Job Functions: Business Development/ ConsultingStrategy/ Planning

Industry: Financial Services

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Senior / Director

About the Opportunity

Our client is a high-growth leader in the FinTech space, specializing in dynamic, high-demand sectors. They are seeking a highly experienced Integration Director to lead the strategic and tactical integration of acquired businesses and new product lines.

This is a critical leadership role responsible for architecting the post-merger integration (M&I) process from end to end. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in IT and Product Integration and a proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.

What You Will Do

• Develop Integration Strategy: Architect, develop, and execute comprehensive integration strategies and plans, ensuring full alignment with the company's high-level goals and objectives.
• Lead Cross-Functional Teams: Lead and manage dedicated, cross-functional integration teams—spanning Product, IT, Operations, and Finance—to ensure the smooth, efficient, and timely integration of acquired businesses.
• Project Management & Execution: Define and own the master integration project plan, establishing clear timelines and milestones, proactively identifying roadblocks, and developing robust mitigation plans.
• Stakeholder & Leadership Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for all key stakeholders, including the leadership teams of acquired businesses. You will ensure total transparency, alignment, and executive reporting throughout the integration lifecycle.
• Build the Integration Playbook: Develop, implement, and standardize the company’s integration processes and tools. This includes creating due diligence checklists, integration playbooks, and post-integration plans for continuous improvement.
• Risk & Budget Management: Identify, prioritize, and develop mitigation plans for all integration-related risks and issues. You will also develop and manage the complete integration budget, ensuring efficient resource use and adherence to financial targets.
• Process Improvement: Conduct post-integration reviews (post-mortems) to assess the effectiveness of integration efforts, identify lessons learned, and build scalable processes to support a dynamic, global customer base.

What You Will Need

• Experience: A minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in IT or Product Integration.
• Industry Focus (Highly Preferred): A proven track record of successfully leading and managing integration efforts within the FinTech industry is strongly preferred (specifically in Crypto, Stock Trading, or Forex).
• Communication: Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex technical and financial information for all audiences (both written and verbal). Fluency in English is mandatory.
• Leadership: Strong, demonstrable leadership and team management skills, with extensive experience leading diverse, cross-functional teams in a high-pressure environment.
• Project Management: Expert-level project management skills, with the proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Analytical Skills: Deep analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think both strategically (long-term planning) and tactically (hands-on execution).
• Financial Acumen: Strong financial literacy and a proven ability to develop and manage complex project budgets.
• Skills: Strategic Thinking, Integrated Product Development, Business Integration, Business Acumen, IT Integration, Integration Strategies, Continuous Integration (CI)

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, detailing their experience in leading IT and Product integrations.