Project Manager - M&A

Hobbs Madison is a leading consulting firm focused on bridging the gap between business strategy and technology execution. We combine deep technical and management expertise to solve complex challenges, improve capabilities, and drive competitive growth. Our clients include some of the largest banking, insurance and investment firms in the U.S.We are looking for an experienced Project Manager specializing in Mergers and Acquisitions in the Banking Industry. This position offers tremendous growth as you will be exposed to multiple M&A projects within financial institutions. You will work directly with leadership, lines of business, operations, finance, technology, compliance, and risk teams to ensure successful and compliant integration of acquired financial institutions. This role requires the ability to manage multiple conversion workstreams. An ideal candidate will have hands-on experience as an M&A Project Manager in a Regional or Large Bank, Core Provider or Consulting Firm.This is a Remote, Full-Time position that may also require some travel.Key Responsibilities

• Lead conversion project workstream(s).
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, risks, and issue resolution.
• Partner with Program Manager, Business Analysts, Technical Analysts, and sponsors to ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Create and maintain M&A playbooks covering specific workstreams, dependencies, and system integrations.
• Enforce M&A governance standards, metrics, and deliverables.
• Coordinate resources and resolve cross-functional and cross-project issues.
• Ensure synergies across workstreams and remove obstacles to meet delivery commitments.
• Provide detailed communications, including status reports and presentations.
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation.
• Ensure timely contingency planning and risk mitigation.

• Ability to manage complex, multi-workstream teams.
• 7+ years of hands-on M&A bank conversion project management experience.
• 5+ years of multi workstream M&A conversion project management experience.
• 5+ years hands-on experience in change control, process reengineering, current/future state process, and data mapping
• Knowledge of FIS (all core systems), Hogan, Jack Henry, Fiserv and/or other banking core solutions required.
• Strong verbal and written communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, and PMO tools
• Working knowledge of SharePoint, Jira, M&A Cutover tools, Smartsheet, and MS Project

Our History

Founded in 2002, Hobbs Madison Inc. is a consulting firm specializing in technology and business solutions for the financial services industry. We partner with leading banks, insurance companies, and investor services firms to maximize existing platforms, implement innovative solutions, and deliver results quickly.

Our senior consultants average 15+ years of industry and technology experience, combining technical expertise, business insight, and clear communication to solve complex challenges. Known for our speed, precision, and collaborative approach, we help clients navigate change, improve capabilities, and strengthen their competitive edge.

Hobbs Madison has established a reputation among its clients as one of the leading Strategy and IT Consultants in the U.S. for the financial services industry.

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