About Cognizant Consulting
Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant's consulting practice-we're a global community of 5,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending deep industry and technology advisory expertise, we partner with Fortune 500 and Global 2000 clients to solve their most complex challenges and drive measurable business outcomes.
About the role
As a Senior Consulting Manager, PMO Mergers & Acquisitions , you will make an impact by leading end-to-end M&A advisory engagements that help clients maximize deal value, manage integration complexity, and execute business-driven technology transformation. You will be a valued member of Cognizant Consulting's M&A Advisory team and work collaboratively with client executives, cross-functional consulting teams, and technology stakeholders.
In this role, you will:
Lead M&A advisory engagements across the full deal lifecycle, including IT due diligence, Day 1 readiness, and post-merger integration
Act as a trusted advisor to C-suite and senior technology leaders on integration strategy, operating models, and value realization
Assess application, infrastructure, and IT operating landscapes to define interim and future-state integration roadmaps
Manage and mentor cross-functional consulting teams while ensuring high-quality, value-focused client delivery
Contribute to practice growth through thought leadership, methodology development, proposals, and client discussions
Work model
We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States . Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.
The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.
What you must have to be considered
15+ years of consulting or professional services experience with a strong focus on M&A advisory and integration engagements, specifically network.
Proven experience leading complex, client-facing transformation programs across due diligence, Day 1, and post-merger integration
Experience managing non-related M&A related programs
AI / Generative AI fluency. Demonstrated ability to use and guide teams leveraging modern GenAI
Demonstrated ability to engage senior executives and deliver strategic, data-driven recommendations
Experience leading, developing, and managing consulting teams in a matrixed environment
Bachelor's degree required; MBA or Master's degree strongly preferred
These will help you succeed
Deep expertise across IT M&A topics including integration management, application rationalization, IT operating models, and synergy realization
Track record of contributing to practice development, thought leadership, and business development activities
Excellent executive communication skills and strong presence in senior-level client settings
Ability to translate complex technical assessments into clear business outcomes
Willingness to travel as needed based on client and project demand
Compensation
The annual base salary for this position is anticipated to range between $98,853 - $158,500 , depending on experience, qualifications, and location. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of applicable plans.
Compensation information is valid as of the date of posting and may be adjusted in accordance with applicable law.
Benefits
Cognizant offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) plan with contributions
Employee stock purchase program
Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
Paid parental leave and family-building benefits
Employee assistance program
Learning and development programs, certifications, and career advancement support
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
