Director, M&A Integrations & Strategic InitiativesAbout the RoleThis is a critical, high-visibility role at the center of our strategic enterprise initiatives and inorganic growth strategy. You will serve as the connective tissue between Corporate Development, Kiteworks’ functional leaders, and acquired-company teams, ensuring that every acquisition translates into realized value. You’ll own and continuously improve our integration playbook, run the Integration Management Office (IMO), and lead cross-functional workstreams spanning product integration, go-to-market, finance, IT, people, legal, and business operations. This is a high-visibility role for an experienced operator who thrives at the intersection of strategy, transformation, and execution.

What You’ll Do

• Own all post-merger integration (PMI) efforts end-to-end, from pre-close readiness to full synergy realization and operational steady state
• Lead the cross-functional Integration Management Office (IMO), ensuring alignment across all functional teams and timely execution of all phases of integration
• Partner with Corporate Development during due diligence to identify integration risks, synergy opportunities, and Day 1 readiness requirements before deals close
• Define integration strategies tailored to each transaction and align to the deal thesis and business objectives
• Run strategic programs that extend beyond initial deal closure, ensuring long-term integration success and value creation across acquired and legacy businesses
• Drive high-impact initiatives that expand value from past integrations, including product harmonization, GTM alignment, and systems migrations
• Oversee cross-functional integration workstreams including IT systems consolidation, HR and org design, finance and legal entity restructuring, brand and go-to-market alignment, and product rationalization
• Establish synergy tracking and value realization by creating baselines, building accountability mechanisms, and reporting progress to executive leadership and the board
• Serve as the primary integration point of contact for acquired company leadership, building trust and managing change through periods of significant organizational transition
• Identify and proactively mitigate integration risks, escalating issues early and developing contingency plans that keep integrations on track
• Develop and maintain integration dashboards, status reporting, and executive communications that provide visibility into milestones, risks, and decisions needed
• Continuously improve the integration function by capturing lessons learned, benchmarking against industry best practices, and investing in tooling and team capability

What You’ll Bring

• 8+ years of experience in tech M&A integration, corporate strategy, management consulting, or a related field, with at least 4 years directly leading post-merger integrations end-to-end
• Demonstrated track record of successfully integrating acquisitions in a high-growth technology or software company
• Deep expertise across integration workstreams including IT/systems, HR/people, finance, legal, go-to-market, and product, with the ability to lead or credibly challenge functional experts in each area
• Strong execution skills with the ability to run multiple complex, interdependent workstreams simultaneously without losing visibility into the details that matter
• Executive presence and exceptional communication skills, with the ability to present integration strategy to the C-suite while partnering closely with workstream owners
• High financial acumen with an understanding of deal economics, synergy modeling, and translating integration decisions into P&L impact
• Ability to lead through ambiguity and change while making sound decisions with incomplete information
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to align teams across functions, levels, and organizations without direct authority
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred

The Values That Define Us

• Execution – We deliver results with focus, ownership, and consistency. Our teams take initiative, solve challenges proactively, and continuously optimize how we work to create meaningful impact for our customers.
• Transparency – We communicate openly and clearly, ensuring stakeholders have the information they need to make informed decisions. We foster a culture of trust, welcome feedback, and embrace accountability in everything we do.
• Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of honesty and responsibility. Our teams act ethically, consistently honor commitments, and build trust through principled, reliable actions.

Compensation Range

• Annual Base Salary Range: $170,000 – $190,000
• Base pay depends on many factors, such as location, education, experience, and skills. Base pay is only one part of Kiteworks competitive Total Rewards package that can include benefits, perks, equity, and bonuses. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

What Benefits & Perks

• Equity - stock options to share in company success
• Healthcare
  • 3 Cigna plans (PPO, EPO, HDHP)
  • 90% covered (PPO/EPO) + $0 premium HDHP
  • $1,200–$2,400 HSA contribution
  • 100% covered dental & vision
• Savings & Retirement
  • FSA + Dependent Care FSA
  • 401(k) with 100% match (up to $5K), immediate vesting
• Coverage - Fully paid life & disability insurance
• Family Benefits
  • 16 weeks (birthing) / 8 weeks (non-birthing)
  • $10K life time reimbursement fertility benefit
• Care & Support - One Medical membership + EAP counseling
• Time Off & Flexibility
• Unlimited PTO + 10 holidays
• 10 work-from-anywhere days
• Perks - Catered lunches + in-office massage days