Deputy Manager - M&A Tech

The team The Technology Due Diligence team is a part of the Transaction Services International team and provides advisory & support services to Deloitte members firms in performing a diverse nature of technological diligence engagements. The team undertake IT health assessments and exit readiness reviews, support buy-side, sell-side, IPO and re-financing projects. It supports transactions across all industry sectors including Digital, Technology and Financial Services. The team works as an extension of our Deloitte member firms M&A Technology team and provide dedicated support throughout the project lifecycle. It often works alongside the Operational diligence teams with Deloitte member firms globally. Learn more about Strategy & Transactions Your work profile As apart of our Transaction Services M&A Technology Team you’ll build and nurture positive working relationships with teams and clients with the intention to exceed client expectations: - Delivering and reviewing high-quality, transaction reports and other M&A work products Undertake IT health assessments and exit readiness reviews, support buy-side, sell-side, IPO and re-financing projects from inception to completion; and cover pre-transaction reporting, Day 1 preparation and integration/separation support Provide day to day Programme Management Office support on our engagements, assisting IT workstreams to fulfil their programme objectives and deliverables Engage with colleagues and client senior management to drive the completion of actions, management of risks and issues and facilitation of decision making Research and analysis of IT information including IT cost data, IT contracts and IT qualitative information Support the development of key documents for a transaction e.g. Transitional Service Agreements, status reports, SteerCo reports and papers addressing strategic issues Managing IT integrations and separations and identify IT synergies/ one-off/ ongoing costs either within a larger team or as an advisor on smaller engagements Develop your expertise in reporting to senior executives, facilitating large workshops, benefits tracking, change control and stakeholder management. Develop your consulting skills in strategic thinking, programme and change management Drawing on knowledge and experience across all aspects of IT in business, providing insightful, deal-relevant points of view and recommendations based on robust analysis. Taking ownership for quality and risk management, ensuring that all client work is delivered consistently complying with Deloitte quality and risk rules and guidelines Contribute to practice and business development activities e.g. through the development of thought leadership material and/or sales materials Work effectively in diverse teams within an inclusive team culture where people are recognised for their contribution You will have the opportunity to be involved in diverse nature of engagements where you will: Support Deloitte member firms’ (UK, Canadian and European) Technology DD practice Extensively support Deloitte London’s market leading M&A Technology, who are c. 120 London-based professionals providing M&A Technology diligence, integration and separation expertise to corporate organizations, Private Equity houses and banks Analyze IT architecture of varying complexities for international entities (private and public) of differing sizes operating across a diverse range of industries Analyze and interpret IT cost and other relevant data Liaise with engagement team members in UK, Canada and Europe as required Work towards tight deadlines, adding value to complex and high profile projects Demonstrate strong business diagnostic skills and the ability to apply a logical and analytical approach to problem solving Key skills required: B.Tech / M.Tech / MBA (Systems) or equivalent qualification/experience 6+ years of Experience of the M&A lifecycle, including writing and reviewing IT Due Diligence and post-merger integration/separation IT experience within industry, consulting or professional services environment Analysis of business models and development of target operating models Developed your skills in a top management consultancy or a corporate environment – preferably both Strong report writing and reviewing skills, with an appropriate focus on attention to detail, conciseness and risk management Strong excel skills - quick and accurate manipulation of data Excellent track record and strong academic achievements Excellent verbal and written communication skills (including PowerPoint) Proven analytical and business diagnostic skills Strong commercial acumen and market awareness Interest in working in a challenging and dynamic environment Ability to work in a deal environment with staff at all levels of the organization Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Transaction experience/exposure would be an advantage