Project Manager - M&A

Hobbs Madison, Inc. is a leading consulting firm focused on bridging the gap between business strategy and technology execution. They are looking for an experienced Project Manager specializing in Mergers and Acquisitions in the Banking Industry to manage multiple conversion workstreams and ensure successful integration of acquired financial institutions.

Responsibilities:

• Lead conversion project workstream(s)
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, risks, and issue resolution
• Partner with Program Manager, Business Analysts, Technical Analysts, and sponsors to ensure alignment with business objectives
• Create and maintain M&A playbooks covering specific workstreams, dependencies, and system integrations
• Enforce M&A governance standards, metrics, and deliverables
• Coordinate resources and resolve cross-functional and cross-project issues
• Ensure synergies across workstreams and remove obstacles to meet delivery commitments
• Provide detailed communications, including status reports and presentations
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation
• Ensure timely contingency planning and risk mitigation

Requirements:

• 7+ years of hands-on M&A bank conversion project management experience
• 5+ years of multi workstream M&A conversion project management experience
• 5+ years hands-on experience in change control, process reengineering, current/future state process, and data mapping
• Knowledge of FIS (all core systems), Hogan, Jack Henry, Fiserv and/or other banking core solutions required
• Strong verbal and written communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, and PMO tools
• Working knowledge of SharePoint, Jira, M&A Cutover tools, Smartsheet, and MS Project