Job Title: Senior Project / Programme Manager – Business Integration (Mergers & Acquisitions)

Contract: 6 Months (Initial)
Location: London (Hybrid working available)
Sector: Consulting / Construction
Start Date: ASAP
Day Rate: Competitive 

Overview:
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Project / Programme Manager to lead the business integration of two major organisations undergoing a corporate merger. This is a high-profile role requiring strategic oversight, stakeholder management, and hands-on delivery to ensure a seamless integration across business units, systems, and cultures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the end-to-end integration programme between two large corporate entities.
• Define, plan, and deliver business integration strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and workstreams including operations, HR, finance, IT, and legal.
• Manage risks, dependencies, timelines, and deliverables in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Report to executive stakeholders, providing clear insights and updates on progress and challenges.
• Champion change management and communications to ensure smooth adoption across both businesses.

• Proven experience managing business integration programmes within the context of mergers and acquisitions.
• Background in consulting or construction sectors (or both), with a strong understanding of industry-specific challenges.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with senior executives and board-level stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of governance, project controls, and change management frameworks.
• Ability to hit the ground running in a high-pressure, transformation-driven environment.