Three Pillars Recruiting

Vice President of M&A - PE Backed IT Service Provider

NEW YORK, NYPosted 23 days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.

  • Job overview

    The Vice President of M&A leads and executes mergers and acquisitions for a high-growth IT service provider, playing a critical role in the company's expansion strategy.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The role involves leading the entire M&A process, sourcing targets, conducting due diligence, negotiating deals, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring successful post-acquisition integration while aligning with company values.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Finance or related field, 7+ years of M&A experience preferably in investment banking or private equity, strong financial and negotiation skills, leadership abilities, and excellent communication; an MBA and industry-specific knowledge are preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    The company values courage, partnership, relentlessness, integrity, and fosters a culture of innovation and respect within a fast-paced environment.

  • Job location and travel

    The role requires travel across the U.S. and potentially internationally, with visits to the back-office headquarters in Tampa, FL.

  • Unique job features

    The position offers the opportunity to impact a high-growth roll-up strategy in the professional services industry and requires engagement with senior leadership and multiple advisors throughout the M&A process.

Company overview

Three Pillars Recruiting is a specialized recruitment firm focusing on placing top talent in the technology, media, and advertising industries. They generate revenue by offering tailored recruitment solutions, including executive search, contingency recruitment, and contract staffing. Founded in 2005, the company has built a reputation for its deep industry knowledge and personalized approach, helping clients find the right candidates while supporting job seekers in their career advancement. Their success is rooted in long-term relationships and a thorough understanding of market trends.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight leadership in M&A, emphasizing experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development relevant to the IT service or professional services industry.

  • Focus on showcasing your ability to lead end-to-end M&A processes including target sourcing, due diligence, deal negotiation, and post-acquisition integration, as well as your financial analysis and strategic planning skills.

  • Apply through multiple channels such as Three Pillars Recruiting’s corporate website, LinkedIn job postings, and specialized M&A or finance job boards to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect with professionals in the M&A or corporate development teams at Three Pillars Recruiting on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent acquisitions the company has made or asking about the company culture and growth strategy to initiate conversations.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'M&A strategy,' 'due diligence,' 'transaction execution,' 'financial analysis,' 'post-merger integration,' and 'private equity' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.

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