Grant Thornton Isle of Man · 15 hours ago
Technology Diligence Manager
Chicago, IL, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$128K/yr - $192K/yr
5+ years expGrant Thornton is a leading professional services firm, and they are seeking a Technology Diligence Manager to join their Advisory Transaction Technology Diligence practice. This role focuses on delivering enterprise technology diligence and execution support for Private Equity and strategic clients across the transaction lifecycle.
Professional Services
Responsibilities
Execute enterprise technology diligence workstreams for buy-side and sell-side transactions, including assessment of: Core enterprise applications and infrastructure, Cloud platforms and hosting models (e.g., public, private, hybrid), cloud cost structures, and scalability, Data platforms, integration architecture, and analytics foundations, IT operating models, governance, and service delivery, Cybersecurity and privacy considerations (embedded within enterprise diligence and cloud environments), Automation, tooling, and AI readiness within enterprise environments and cloud environment
Perform structured qualitative and quantitative analyses to identify risks, constraints, and opportunities aligned to the investment thesis
Develop clear, well-organized diligence deliverables that connect enterprise technology findings to business impact, execution risk, and value implications
Support integration and separation planning efforts
Assist in translating diligence findings into integration, separation, and remediation plans, including cloud migration, optimization, or rationalization considerations
Collaborate with Financial Due Diligence, Cyber, Strategy, and Transformation teams to ensure coordinated, enterprise-wide client delivery
Support proposal development, work planning, and budgeting for enterprise technology diligence engagements
Identify potential scope expansion opportunities related to enterprise technology and cloud modernization/optimization during active engagements and communicate them to engagement leadership
Contribute to the development and refinement of enterprise technology diligence methodologies, tools, and playbooks
Participate in internal training and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the Technology Transaction Advisory practice
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Information Technology, Accounting, or a related field
5+ years of experience in technology diligence, IT advisory, technology consulting, or a related role supporting transactions
Strong understanding of technology operating models and architectures
Strong understanding of cloud platforms, deployment models, and cloud cost / operating economics
Strong understanding of software development and product engineering environments
Strong understanding of technology cost structures and operating economics
Experience analyzing complex quantitative and qualitative data and synthesizing insights into clear, structured outputs
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with experience working in cross-functional teams and client-facing environments
Experience working on Private Equity-backed transactions
Product-centric or software engineering experience (e.g., SaaS, digital platforms, technology-enabled business models)
Exposure to digital transformation, automation, data platforms, or AI-enabled initiatives
Experience supporting integration or separation initiatives in M&A environments
Interest in developing a technology strategy and value creation perspective leveraging latest technology trends
Can travel as needed. Expected travel is up to 50%
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance programs
Employee assistance program
401(k) savings plan
Employee retirement plan
Minimum of 72 hours of paid sick leave
Discretionary, annual bonus based on individual and firm performance
Company
Grant Thornton Isle of Man
Grant Thornton Isle of Man is part of Grant Thornton Ireland.
1,001-5,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase