M&A Program Manager

M&A Program ManagerLocation: Remote Duration: 7 Months Rate Range: $72 - $82/hr. Top 3 Skills: 8+ years of experience delivering complex enterprise transformation programs in operations consulting, strategy, or enterprise technology with end-to-end program ownership M&A program experience with strong Workday HCM expertise and hands-on involvement in people technology integrations Experience leading enterprise HR tech programs (Workday, Greenhouse) and cross-functional initiatives, including GDPR or other privacy/security compliance work and executive stakeholder managementCompany: Our client is a tech-driven mobility company with a strong culture of innovation, inclusion, and community impact.Description: In 2025, we took on various transformation programs across our FinTech, LegalTech, and PeopleTech organizations. We've developed an AI strategy that we plan to invest heavily in as we enter 2026. In addition, 2026 will kick off the integration of our Freenow European company into our business technology, while also moving the US to fill GDPR compliance, further adding to the need for additional techops program managers. This is an exciting time to join a growing team, during a period of great opportunity to positively impact the business. We're seeking an experienced Program Manager to drive high-impact, high-value People Tech initiatives that propel the business forward. The ideal candidate will partner cross-functionally with People business leaders and People technology delivery teams, serving as the critical connection point that ensures our organization moves with unified purpose and measurable impact.Must-Have Experience: M&A Program (FT) - Workday HCM experience, M&A experienceRequirements:Lead end-to-end program delivery for complex, multi-year initiatives, people technology transformations (Workday, Greenhouse, Jira, Zendesk, Confluence)Execute strategic planning sessions and cross-functional prioritization with Corporate Engineering, IT, Privacy and Security leadership teams to align program roadmaps with business objectivesManage program governance through biweekly and monthly strategic initiative reviews, risk assessments, and executive reporting that drives accountability and informed decision-makingOrchestrate cross-functional program teams spanning engineering, IT operations, security, privacy, compliance, and People stakeholders to ensure seamless program deliveryDrive enterprise technology lifecycle management, including vendor selection, contract negotiations, system integrations, and sunset/migration planningExecute operational excellence initiatives such as infrastructure optimization, business process automation, disaster recovery planning, and performance monitoring implementationsProactively manage program risks and dependencies, implementing course corrections and stakeholder communications to keep initiatives on trackPartner with finance and strategy teams to manage program budgets, track ROI, and optimize resource allocation across the technology portfolioExperience:8+ years executing complex transformation programs in operations consulting, strategy, or enterprise technology6+ years leading enterprise technology program delivery, including HCM platforms (Workday, Greenhouse)Proven track record executing full-cycle transformations from business case development through implementation, change management, and operational handoffExperience leading privacy and security programs such as GDPR/CCPA compliance, security framework implementations, identity management systems, or data governance initiativesStrong executive communication skills with the ability to manage up to C-level stakeholders and translate complex technical and regulatory requirements into business impactDemonstrated experience managing technology vendors, complex procurement processes, and successfully managing technology budgets exceeding $1M annuallyTrack record coordinating cross-functional teams across IT, Engineering, Security, Privacy, Compliance, Finance, HR, and business operationsStrong business acumen with the ability to identify strategic needs, lead all aspects of planning with sound business recommendations, and generate alignment with key business partnersForward-thinking strategist with proven success in translating strategy to tactical plans with high-quality execution and delivery.Benefits Summary: Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate or annual salary only, unless otherwise stated. In addition to base compensation, full-time roles are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Commuter and 401K benefits with company matching. IND123