Senior Managing Consultant - Tech-Strategy M&A | Germany

At Kyndryl, we are currently building a new Technology Strategy capability within our Consulting Practice in Germany. Our focus is not on isolated technology topics, but on value-driven, end-to-end transformations – from strategic target definition through to execution across operating model, processes, and technology.

In this role, you will take a key position in building our M&A and IT due diligence capability . You will work on transactions with a clear focus on value creation and execution feasibility.

At the same time, you will contribute to projects that aim to integrate business, operating model, and technology , working closely with our technology experts in delivering transformation outcomes.

Your responsibilities:

• Lead IT due diligence and M&A engagements end-to-end
• Assess IT, operating models, processes, and cost structures in a transaction context
• Derive value levers, risks, and actionable recommendations for investors and management
• Design and steer carve-outs, integrations, and Day 1 / TSA concepts

Value Creation & End-to-End Transformation

• Translate transactions into concrete value creation initiatives and transformation programs
• Develop target states, roadmaps, and governance structures to ensure sustainable value realization
• Design operating models, processes, and governance frameworks aligned with strategic objectives
• Work closely with technology experts to drive implementation across the transformation

Capability Build & Market

• Actively contribute to building our M&A and Technology Strategy capability (methodologies, offerings, storylines)
• Develop client relationships in M&A and transformation contexts and support business development
• Development of teams and individuals within a growing capability

What you bring:

• ~6–12 years of experience in M&A / IT due diligence and/or value-driven transformation , within a Big4 or comparable consulting or in-house environment
• Proven experience across several of the following areas: IT due diligence (commercial, technical, operational), carve-outs and integrations (incl. Day 1, TSA, separation planning), operating model design and organizational/process transformation, transformation programs focused on value creation and scalability
• Strong ability to structure complex situations , develop hypotheses, and translate them into clear decision frameworks, roadmaps, and execution plans
• Experience in leading projects and teams and managing complex engagements
• Confident interaction with senior stakeholders (C-level, deal leads, private equity) and in facilitating workshops and decision forums
• Experience in business development and proposal work , ideally in transaction or transformation contexts
• Fluent in German and English (both written and spoken)

What sets you apart:

• You combine depth in M&A and transformation and can actively connect both
• You think in terms of value creation, execution, and impact
• You are comfortable operating between fast-paced, hypothesis-driven deal environments and structured transformation delivery
• You bring together business, operating model, and technology into an integrated perspective
• You take ownership, drive topics forward, and thrive in a build-up environment
• You communicate clearly, structured, and at a senior-executive level