M&A IT Program Leader

Job Description

POSITION OVERVIEW: Hubbell is looking for a highly skilled and experienced M&A IT Program Leader to drive the successful integration and transformation of IT systems and infrastructure in mergers and acquisitions. As the M&A IT Program Leader, you will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive IT integration strategies, ensuring seamless integration of technology systems, and delivering IT projects within established timelines and budgets. You will so drive the continuous improvements to simplify and accelerate projects utilizing lean and innovative thinking to accelerate M&A Programs. Your expertise in managing complex M&A IT programs, strong leadership skills, and deep knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure will be critical to the success of our organization. Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement IT integration strategies and plans for mergers and acquisitions, aligning them with overall business objectives. Lead and manage cross-functional teams to execute IT integration projects, including infrastructure consolidation, application rationalization, data migration, and system integration. Monitor and evaluate project performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions as needed. Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may impact project delivery and develop contingency plans as necessary. Collaborate with key stakeholders, including business leaders, IT teams, and external vendors, to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables. Provide summarized integration updates, open requests, and risk mitigation plans to executive leadership (Business Development, Integration Functional leaders, and IT/Business executives) Drive the development and execution of project plans, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Provide regular project status updates to senior management and key stakeholders, highlighting progress, challenges, and recommendations for resolution. Develop and implement change management strategies to facilitate smooth transition and adoption of new IT systems and processes. Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in M&A IT integration and leverage this knowledge to drive continuous improvement and innovation. Skills and Experience Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 18 years of experience in enterprise wide IT program management, with a focus on M&A integration and transformation. Proven track record in successfully leading and delivering complex IT integration projects within established timelines and budgets. Strong knowledge of IT systems and infrastructure, including networks, servers, databases, and enterprise applications. Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire cross-functional teams. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen attention to detail. Experience in change management and driving organizational adoption of new IT systems and processes. Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is highly desirable. Experience in the M&A or corporate development function is a plus