Cadence is seeking a highly structured and detail-oriented Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Project Manager to join our dynamic team. This mid-tier role is an exceptional opportunity for a program management professional to help build, structure and operationalize our M&A and Integration function. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, demonstrated experience with digitization and various project management tools, and an interest in leveraging AI to drive efficiencies. While prior M&A experience is not required, a passion for process development and improvement and a collaborative spirit are essential.
What You'll Do:
As a key member of our team, you will be instrumental in the successful integration of acquired companies. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Operationalize M&A Function: Help build and operationalize the M&A/Integration function through development of processes and playbook.
Develop Playbooks: Create, refine, and manage integration and front-end playbooks, requiring strong PowerPoint and Excel skills.
Manage SharePoint Sites and other Collaboration Mechanisms Stand up and maintain organized and accessible SharePoint sites for M&A projects.
Drive Meeting Cadence: Facilitate and drive a regular meeting cadence on deals, ensuring cross-functional coordination and alignment.
Track Integration Plans: Diligently track and manage detailed integration plans to ensure all milestones are met.
Create Dashboards: Develop and maintain dashboards to provide clear visibility into integration progress and key metrics.
Meeting Support: Take detailed notes and document meeting minutes as needed to ensure clear communication and follow-up.
Process Improvement: Help to evolve the M&A practice by identifying and implementing efficiencies, with a focus on leveraging AI and other digital tools.
Qualifications:
We are looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in project management and a desire to grow in the M&A space.
The annual salary range for California is $88,200 to $163,800. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
Cadence is a market leader in AI and digital twins, pioneering the application of computational software to accelerate innovation in the engineering design of silicon to systems. Our design solutions, based on Cadence’s Intelligent System Design™ strategy, are essential for the world’s leading semiconductor and systems companies to build their next-generation products from chips to full electromechanical systems that serve a wide range of markets, including hyperscale computing, mobile communications, automotive, aerospace, industrial, life sciences and robotics. In 2024, Cadence was recognized by the Wall Street Journal as one of the world’s top 100 best-managed companies. Cadence solutions offer limitless opportunities—learn more at www.cadence.com.
