Head of M&A

IMI plc

We are a global specialist engineering company that creates breakthrough solutions. We are curious and like to solve problems, partnering with our customers to solve the demands of today and prepare for the challenges of tomorrow. We embrace innovation and care about outcomes that are good for business, everyday life and making a better world – creating lasting impact for everyone.

We design, build and service highly engineered products in fluid and motion control applications. We focus on five market sectors: Industrial Automation, Process Automation, Climate Control, Life Science and Fluid Control, and Transport.

Our partnership approach breaks through problems and reduces complexity. We don’t invent in isolation – we collaborate with our customers. We listen closely and we think differently, creating space for diverse minds to innovate. We are working together to make businesses safer, more sustainable and more productive.

Our Industrial Automation sector has a bold vision for future acquisitions. We are in search of an experienced Head of M&A to strategically support our global initiatives, with a primary emphasis on cultivating robust relationships that facilitate acquisition opportunities in emerging and rapidly expanding markets. 

Location: Hybrid role located in the Chicago area.

Role purpose

To strengthen the global coverage of the Industrial Automation business development group and provide the intellect and drive to accelerate our growth. To provide the execution capability in the areas of M&A screening, relationship building, transaction origination, due diligence, deal execution and integration delivery. The position will report to the VP of Business Development, a member of the Industrial Automation leadership team.

Key accountabilities:

• Collaborate with sector leadership and business development team to develop and manage a global pipeline of M&A targets.
• Proactively engage with the owners of potential M&A targets, devising and implementing strategies to unlock opportunities and advance them for execution.
• Assess and validate the customer value proposition of targets through direct engagement with clients.
• Cultivate strong relationships with third-party M&A advisory firms and due diligence providers to ensure a continuous flow of new opportunities, supplementing in-house origination efforts.
• Drive the execution of the M&A cycle, overseeing all phases from origination and initial analysis to non-binding bid preparation, due diligence, negotiation of final documentation and completion mechanics. 
• Lead the development of acquisition cases in partnership with the Industrial Automation leadership team. 

Team structure:

• Reporting to the VP of Business Development, Industrial Automation
• Part of a broader business development function across the IMI Group comprising Group Corporate Development Director and Business development/M&A resources in other Sectors

Required skills and experience:

• Knowledge of industrial automation applications and an aptitude to understand the criticality of a customer problem that an M&A target is solving.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain relationships with potential M&A targets and unlock through pro-active origination.
• Track record of coordinating and implementing due diligence for potential transactions. 
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience with creating investment proposals, along with supporting strategic and financial analysis, for review by executive management.
• Strong financial modelling and M&A valuation skills.
• Resilience and adaptability in an environment of transformative change. 
• Openness to developing within the role that might require pivoting of scope and priorities.
• Willingness to contribute and collaborate within a relatively flat management and team structure.
• Experience with supporting and facilitating negotiations of transaction terms and legal documentation with the support of external advisors.
• Strong financial modelling and M&A valuation skills.
• High proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

What IMI Can Offer You

At IMI, one of our top priorities is to create an inclusive culture of health. We strive to remove barriers to care (whether that be physical or financial) and in doing so, we offer choice for all your health and wellbeing needs. 

See below for a general overview of our amazing perks and benefits:

• Multiple health plans to choose from: HMO, PPO, and High Deductible Health Plans with a low-cost share
• Best-in-class 401K plan with zero vesting and up to 6% contribution matching
• 14-week maternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• 4-week paternity leave at full pay following one year of service (Adoption benefits are equivalent)
• Employee Resource Groups that offer community and support, like our Pride Network and Network of Women groups 
• PTO, encompassing inclusive holidays 
• Career Development opportunities (IMI’s ‘Catalyst’ Program)
• Employer contribution for Health Savings Account, and in many cases free virtual telemedicine, and teletherapy.
• Mental Health and wellness programs to support you and your family
• Full suite of voluntary benefits to tap into, including but not limited to: Critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity, legal insurance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance or home & auto insurance through our discount advantage platform
• Short & long-term disability as well as basic life insurance at 2x your basic salary at no cost to the employee
• Free financial advisors, webinars, and classes through Charles Schwab
• Annual Employee Stock Purchase Plan with option to purchase IMI shares at a reduced employee only price - no opportunity to lose, only to profit or refund your investment 100%

**Benefits plans change year over year, but we have guiding principles in place to ensure our employees have the tools and resources available to stay connected and up to date**

Health & Safety

The physical demands described within the Key Duties & Responsibilities section of this job description are required to perform the essential functions of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.  Please contact your local HR representative to discuss the specific Work Conditions and Physical Requirements of this role.  

Health, Safety, and Environmental Duties – At IMI we are all personally committed to protecting our people, minimizing our impact to the environment, the communities we operate in and our company. All members of our workforce have the duty to ensure the health, safety and welfare of themselves, others, and the environment. Every employee is expected to follow all HSE operating procedures, also to challenge any observed behaviors or unsafe acts.

Code of Ethics

IMI requires the highest standard of ethics in all business dealings, particularly with customers, suppliers, advisors, employees, and the authorities. In accordance with the IMI Way: Our Code of Responsible Business.

Changes to This Job Description

IMI may amend this job description in whole or part at any time.

IMI is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status.

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Last updated on Oct 25, 2024