Project Manager (Mergers & Acquisitions) - Remote

Purpose of the Role

We have ambitious growth plans with a significant element of that growth coming through acquisition. Our Acquisition, Integration & Change team are at the forefront of this, and form part of a larger team of Project Managers and Business Analysts. Our projects are always varied and allow you to gain experience and develop your skills in new areas. It is a fast-paced environment which brings challenges and successes. Teamwork is key, and we work collaboratively as a team, and with colleagues from across the business, to achieve results.

The focus is on planning, ensuring a rational schedule of work is defined and controlled, that resources/roles are aligned, and that high-quality results are achieved.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for multiple remote based experienced Mergers & Acquisitions Project Managers to be a key part of our change team. If you are looking for variety and challenge and have an exceptional track record of project management delivery, then we could be the right place for you.

As a M & A Project Manager in our business you will play a lead role in the day-to-day project management of a variety of business acquisitions with a focus on planning all aspects of both pre and post acquisition processes including all related workstream project activities, stakeholder and vendor communication from initiation to full business integration in our business estate architecture.

You will have:

• A proven track record of programme and project delivery in an environment of equivalent pace and complexity, leading M & A projects through their full life cycle to meet the project objectives within scope, budget, and schedule constraints.
• Excellent knowledge of project management delivery methods and frameworks, and programme and project governance and controls.
• Great interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage at all levels, including with our Executive team. Working collaboratively with Senior Leaders across all Ardonagh segments to effectively shape the delivery of acquisitions through the M&A lifecycle, from Heads of Terms to Completion of the deal including integration of acquired business into receiving business unit.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, drive, and initiative.
• Detail focused, able to deliver all work to Project Management policy and standards, and administer, facilitate, and manage appropriate project processes and documentation – including project change management, project planning and scheduling, and risk/issue management.
• Exceptional skill at coordinating all internal due diligence and business integration work streams ensuring consistency, quality and challenging any anomalies.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• The ability to naturally negotiate, influence, challenge, and gain commitment, with broad business perspective and acumen.

In return you will be welcomed and supported by our Ardonagh family and be joining an organisation that cares about you as a person and your wellbeing. Some of the other benefits are:

• Holiday entitlement of 28 days plus bank holidays
• Opportunity to progress your career across the entire Ardonagh family
• Pensions scheme for when you feel it’s time to retire
• 24-hour support for physical and mental wellbeing
• 1 days paid volunteering day to give back to our communities
• The Spotlight Awards, where we shine a light on the brightest talent across our group

We offer genuine potential for both personal and professional development, come and be part of our story and help us shape our future. So, what are you waiting for? Apply today and one of our team will be in touch.

If your application is successful, we will conduct relevant employment checks prior to you beginning employment with us. These will include verifying your recent employment, address, credit history and a standard criminal record check.

Please note: We may close a vacancy prior to the publish end date if the required quality or number of applications has been received. No agencies please

Why not check us out on LinkedIn to find out what life’s really like at Ardonagh.

The Ardonagh Group is one of the UK’s largest independent brokers with over 9000 dedicated and passionate professionals across the country, and worldwide, facing and dealing with our clients’ challenges, offering an enviable range of products, services and solutions to their clients. We are progressive, passionate and proud of the work we do, across all sectors of the business. Therefore, we need highly capable people to join our team to make this a reality!

So if this sounds like you, and you are looking for a new challenge where you can learn and develop your career, then this could be a great opportunity for you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Life insurance
• Referral programme
• Store discount
• Wellness programme
• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

• What is your salary expectation?
• Do you have project management experience in the insurance and/or financial services market?

Work Location: Remote

Reference ID: ARDUM843574