Senior Consultant / Assistant Manager – Technology M&A

About the role

KPMG is hiring a Senior Consultant / Assistant Manager for its Deal Advisory practice, Technology Center of Excellence, based in Zurich. The role leads technology M&A workstreams across due diligence, integration and separation projects, translating complex technology topics into business value for clients. It is a full-time position (100-100%) with a start date by agreement.

Key responsibilities

• Lead technology M&A workstreams across due diligence, integration and separation projects, and support clients through critical transaction decisions
• Assess technology capabilities, operating models, applications, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data and IT cost structures to identify risks and value creation opportunities
• Develop and quality-review technology due diligence reports, and translate findings into strategic, operational and financial implications
• Support the design and execution of technology integration and separation strategies, including Day 1 readiness, TSA planning and target operating models
• Coordinate client and cross-functional teams, manage deliverables and timelines, and present findings to senior stakeholders
• Coach junior colleagues and contribute to proposals, methodologies and the growth of the technology M&A offering
• Contribute to business development, including proposals, client presentations and thought leadership

Required profile

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Business Informatics, Information Systems or a related field
• Three to five years of experience in Technology M&A, technology strategy, IT due diligence, integration, separation or related transaction advisory services
• Proven experience independently managing workstreams and delivering high-quality technology due diligence, integration or separation projects
• Advanced German and English; French or Italian is an advantage
• Willingness to travel as required for client engagements

Required skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, connecting technology topics to commercial and operational outcomes
• Confident project management and communication skills, including working with senior stakeholders and coaching juniors

What we offer

• Personalized training, mentoring programs, networking and flexible working options, including hybrid work and the option to work from abroad (up to 10 days per year)
• Generous parental leave (18 weeks maternity, 4 weeks paternity, plus additional unpaid leave for fathers) and holiday camp places for children
• Mobile phone coverage, financial support for a mobile device, an SBB Half-Fare Travelcard and parking spaces
• Lunch allowance, discounts and a pension fund