Post Merger Integration Specialist (PMI) Interim NEW

Post Merger Integration Specialist (PMI)
Private Equity | Portfolio Operations | London

We are partnering with a well established private equity firm looking to appoint a Post Merger Integration Specialist (PMI) with a strong track record in executing bolt on acquisitions.

This role is central to the firm’s buy and build strategy, supporting portfolio companies through the rapid and effective integration of add on acquisitions. The successful candidate will bring a pragmatic, hands on approach to PMI, ensuring that bolt ons are seamlessly embedded, synergies are realised quickly, and disruption to the core business is minimised.

Key Responsibilities
Lead the integration of bolt on acquisitions across portfolio companies, often in parallel
Translate deal rationale into clear, actionable integration plans tailored to smaller, fast moving transactions
Drive Day 1 and Day 100 planning with a focus on speed, efficiency, and value capture
Work closely with management teams to align processes, systems, and cultures without over complicating integration
Identify and deliver synergies, particularly in cost optimisation, procurement, and cross selling opportunities
Establish lightweight but effective governance structures suited to bolt on environments
Support repeatable integration playbooks to enable scalable buy and build execution
Provide clear, concise reporting to investors and stakeholders

Candidate Profile
Proven experience delivering PMI across bolt on or add on acquisitions within a private equity or fast paced corporate environment
Strong understanding of buy and build strategies and the nuances of smaller, high frequency deals
Hands on operator with the ability to work at both strategic and execution levels
Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple integrations simultaneously
Commercial mindset, focused on rapid value creation and synergy delivery
Strong interpersonal skills, with the credibility to work closely with portfolio company leadership

The Opportunity
This is an opportunity to join a high performing private equity firm with an active investment strategy and a strong pipeline of bolt on acquisitions. The role offers significant exposure to portfolio operations and the chance to directly influence value creation across multiple businesses.

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