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Lead Technology Project & Program Manager, M&A Integrations

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Wolters Kluwer
Full Time position
Listed on 2025-12-13
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    IT Project Manager, Systems Analyst, IT Consultant
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Wolters Kluwer is a global leader in information, software solutions, and services for professionals in healthcare; tax and accounting; financial and corporate compliance; legal and regulatory; corporate performance and ESG. We help our customers make critical decisions every day by providing expert solutions that combine deep domain knowledge with technology.

As the Lead Technology Project & Program Manager, M&A Integrations
, you will be responsible for overseeing projects or work streams aimed at transforming infrastructure, with focus on merger and acquisitions, and divestitures. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including engineering, operations, product development, and business stakeholders, to ensure the successful planning, implementation, and delivery of merger and acquisition integrations or divestments projects/work streams.

In this role, you will report to the Vice President, Technology Project and Program and work a hybrid schedule (2 days in office and 3 days remote) from one of our local offices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program Management
  • Accountable for the successful delivery of M&A IT projects/work streams and execution of aspects of project life cycle leveraging M&A playbook. Develop project plans, including timelines, milestones, and ensure that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
  • Identify potential risks, dependencies, and roadblocks in the M&A technology work streams/projects. Implement mitigation plans and elevate critical issues to senior management when necessary.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand their requirements, expectations, and concerns are met. Build strong working relationships with key stakeholders and effectively communicate project progress, status, and outcomes.
  • Build trusted relationships with internal and external (GBS, Divisions/BU) stakeholders and subject matter experts.
  • Deliver change management activities for projects/work streams in scope.
Resource Management
  • Working with functional leaders to ensure resource availability and allocation to required projects to reach objectives.
  • Manage Click Time data tracking and enable appropriate allocations of costs.
  • Develop meaningful actionable reports, as needed.
  • Assist in the development of business cases while working with the associated leaders.
Additional Knowledge & Skills
  • Possess Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred)
  • Communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively through presentations and discussions
  • Build strong relationships and collaborate across all levels of the organization
  • Influence outcomes through persuasion, facilitation, and training to drive positive results
  • Solve problems creatively and implement innovative solutions
  • Apply project management tools, methodologies, and best practices to deliver successful outcomes
  • Lead projects through the full life cycle—from initiation to completion
  • Analyze data and situations to make informed decisions and recommendations
  • Adapt quickly and remain resourceful in dynamic environments
  • Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and deliver added value to stakeholders
  • Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget
  • Utilize change management concepts to ensure smooth business transitions.
Qualifications Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Prefer advanced degree.
Experience
  • 10+ years of demonstrated progressive experience in IT Project management with focus on infrastructure, cybersecurity or Backoffice.
  • 3+ years’ experience with shared services model.
Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package that begins your first day of employment. Additional Information:
Wolters Kluwer offers great benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave
. Full details of our benefits are available at https://

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Wolters Kluwer strives for an inclusive company culture in which we attract, develop, and retain…

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