GN - I&E- Transaction Advisory- Manager

M&A and Private Equity Consulting Manager Practice: Accenture Strategy M&A and Private Equity Consulting (Global Network) Location: Gurgaon / Mumbai / Bangalore About Practice Accentures Transaction Advisory team sits at the heart of strategic value creation across the deal lifecycle. We support both Private Equity (PE) and Corporate clients, partnering on initiatives from target screening and due diligence to integration, separation, and portfolio value enhancement. This team works in close collaboration with Capability Network Industry/Functional teams, Client Account Teams, and Global M&A/PE Leadership across geographies offering unmatched opportunities to lead and shape high-impact consulting engagements. What Youll Do Key Responsibilities Deliver strategic engagements across the full M&A lifecycle:Pre-Deal: Target screening, sector/company research, commercial/operational/technology due diligence, synergy assessmentDeal Execution Day 1 Planning, synergy and value creation planning, business model evaluation, go-to-market and product strategy assessmentPost-Deal: Integration/separation planning and execution, operating model alignment, cost/value capture realization, portfolio transformation initiatives, and functional scaling and readiness of entities across areas like supply chain, finance, HR, and ITWork across both Functional M&A (such as operating model shifts, supply chain optimization, commercial acceleration, workforce and org redesign, harmonization of legal and other operational processes, etc.) and Tech M&A (IT/cyber due diligence, platform assessment, tech separation/integration) depending on client needCollaborate with account teams and global leadership to shape opportunities and deliver client orals and proposalsDevelop and contribute to new IP, accelerators, POVs, and brown bag sessions to drive practice developmentRole-Specific Expectations Project Delivery: Lead day-to-day execution and governance of large, complex M&A/PE programsIT M&A: Must have hands-on experience in both pre-deal and post-deal phases including Tech Due Diligence, IT Integration/SeparationFunctional M&A: Ideally experienced in both pre- and post-deal stages; post-deal exposure is mandatoryBusiness Development: Build relationships with global stakeholders, contribute to pipeline origination and proposal ownershipTeam Building: Mentor consultants, lead knowledge-sharing, and actively participate in growing the M&A/PE consulting practice Industry Focus (Preferred) Experience working with clients in one or more of the following sectors is preferred: CMT, Financial Services, Resources, Healthcare/Life Sciences, Consumer Goods & Services, Retail Must-Have Skills Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities with issue-based thinkingExperience in direct client interactions, including presenting findings and driving stakeholder discussions.Experience with value creation strategies, growth and cost levers, and digital or tech transformation in dealsBusiness acumen and knowledge of M&A trends, investment models, and PE-backed transformation mandatesDeal Lifecycle Expertise Breakdown Deal Stage Functional M&A Tech M&A Pre-Deal Commercial DD, Ops DD, Target Screening Tech DD, Cyber DD, Digital DD (for digital product-based companies) Deal Planning and Execution Day 1 Planning, IMO Day 1 Planning, IMO Post-Deal Functional Integration & Separation Planning & Execution (Finance, HR, Supply Chain/Procurement functional exposure as good to have) IT Integration & Separation Planning & Execution Why Join Us Work on some of the most strategic deals in the market with global clients and PE firmsDevelop deep expertise across industries, technologies, and the full M&A lifecycleBe part of a rapidly growing and entrepreneurial practice, with leadership exposure and growth opportunitiesAccess world-class learning and global collaboration in a high-performing, supportive culture .