Job Description Director Mergers & Acquisitions Integration Scottsdale, AZ Cadence Education is currently in search of our nextDirector Mergers & Acquisitions Integrationlocated inScottsdale, AZ. Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 325 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 30 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood. At Cadence Education, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees and our communities. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education. Our schools are staffed with individuals who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office. We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting leaders and staff members every step of the way. For additional information about Cadence, please visit www.cadence-education.com. Benefits of Working Full Time at Cadence Education: + Competitive compensation + On demand pay with UKG Wallet + 50% childcare tuition discount + 401(k) with employer match + Educational and professional development + Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including: + Paid time off that increases with seniority + Medical, dental, vision options available + Additional life, disability, and retirement plans + Tuition reimbursement + Company-paid life insurance + Paid holidays + 401K + Pet insurance + Paid CDA Company Overview Director M&A Integration Required Skills and Education: · Experience organizing, overseeing, and conducting due diligence processes on acquisition target businesses · Superior organizational skills, with analytical and problem-solving skills and the ability to understand how due diligence processes and decisions impact acquisition processes, operating model design / execution across operations, finance, human resources, and organizational design · Competence to perform in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects in process at once, and the ability to stay organized and deadline focused when completing tasks. · Ability to problem solve with colleagues when a complex situation arises, and follow-up with tasks until fully complete · Ability to interact with colleagues, other management companies and clients in an appropriate and professional manner · Must possess good customer service orientation with a strong problem-solving approach. · Must possess strong verbal and written communications skills and the ability to work cross functionally and maintain confidentiality standards. · Requires the ability to read, write and speak effectively in English. · Requires the ability to travel up to 20% of the time. Education or equivalency: · Requires a bachelor’s degree; or an equivalent combination of training and progressively responsible experience that will result in the required specialized knowledge and abilities to perform the assigned work. Experience: · Requires a minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible project management or related experience that demonstrates a high level of understanding of the required knowledge, skills, and capabilities. · Experience must include demonstrated ability, preferably in a related position and in a highly dynamic environment. · M&A due diligence: 3 years Director M&A Integration Job Responsibilities: Under the direction of the VP of Integration, the Director of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) is responsible for overseeing the successful pre-acquisition due diligence and post-acquisition integrations. This position will be responsible for developing the company’s growth strategy through sourcing, pipelining, and executing M&A deals and position. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Monitor and direct implement post-merger integration plans specific to each acquisition and define appropriate scope and objectives based upon real-time acquisition performance. 2. Maintain, coordinates, and delivers timely and proactive due diligence support and content via DealRoom (Due Diligence Portal), emails, and conference calls. 3. Leads cross-functionally to understand the organization, to determine potential project impacts, and to tailor the project approach, plan, and deliverables accordingly. 4. Ensures the adherence to Cadence’s M&A Playbook guidelines, internal processes, documentation, and knowledge sharing. 5. Ensure that project deliverables can be integrated to achieve the overall result and are fit to deliver the expected outcomes. Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. School Name 100 - School Support Center ID 2025-53297 Category Corporate Position Type Full-Time