Senior Manager, Mergers & Acquisitions (high tech & software)

As Senior Manager in West Monroe’s London M&A practice, you lead complex tech-focused transactions for PE and corporate clients. You will drive due diligence, PMI, and carve-out work, shaping operating models and value creation. You’ll grow the London office through leadership, business development, and cross-functional collaboration. This is a chance to influence high-tech and software deals at scale in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

• Lead complex M&A engagements for private equity and corporate clients in the tech/software space.
• Manage due diligence across operational, product, and technology areas to identify risks and value drivers.
• Deliver PMI and carve-out strategies with operating-model transformations and post-sales optimization.
• Evaluate investment strategies against benchmarks and organizational structures.
• Act as trusted advisor to C-level executives and deal teams with actionable insights.
• Oversee value creation initiatives focusing on revenue growth and cost optimization in software/high-tech.
• Develop and enhance M&A methodologies and data-driven frameworks for tech clients.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to performance management and career development.
• Support London office recruitment and team-building efforts.
• Drive business development including proposals, pricing, and risk assessments.
• Build relationships with PE investors, corporate acquirers, and tech executives.
• Define go-to-market messaging and sales materials to support growth.
• Represent West Monroe at industry events and in the London market.

• 10+ years of experience in M&A advisory, management consulting, or related roles in software/high-tech industries.
• Proven track record leading M&A engagements with due diligence, integration, and carve-out experience.
• Experience with private equity firms, tech-focused corporate acquirers, or technology-driven businesses.
• Deep understanding of software/SaaS business models, GTM strategies, product management, and tech platforms.
• Strong project management and stakeholder management skills.
• Expertise in financial modeling, operational analysis, and technology assessments.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to influence executives.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with passion for growing teams and client relationships.

• strong communication
• influence at C-level
• leadership and mentoring
• financial modeling
• operational analysis
• technology assessments