Director - Big 4 Tech Strategy Consulting - Private Equity

Job ID: JN-042026-7005754Posted: 2026-05-22Location: London, England, GBSalary: 150000 - 170000/yearType: Full-timeCompany: Michael PageContact: James BarrettJob function: TransformationSubsector: ConsultingSector: Business ServicesWhere: LondonContract type: PermanentConsultant name: James BarrettLead high-value M&A tech deals for Private Equity clientsBuild a market-leading CoE with strong growth and autonomyAbout Our Client Our client is a global advisory firm with a leading Deal Advisory practice. Its Technology in M&A team is one of the fastest growing and most commercially successful areas, supporting corporates and private equity across complex transactions. The team operates as a Centre of Excellence, delivering end-to-end technology insight across strategy, infrastructure, applications, data, cyber, and operating models. Job Description You will operate as a senior leader across both sales and delivery:Leadership and StrategyShape and execute the Technology in M&A growth strategy with Private Equity clientsEmbed a high-performance culture visible to clients and stakeholdersDrive innovation across propositions and service offeringsClient DeliveryLead major M&A technology engagements end-to-endDeliver buy-side and sell-side due diligence, integrations, separations, and IPO readinessProvide deep insight across technology strategy, cost, risk, and value creationManage C-suite and private equity relationshipsEnsure quality, risk management, and commercial performance across engagementsBusiness DevelopmentOriginate and convert opportunities across corporate and Private Equity clientsLead proposal development and go-to-market activityLeverage broader firm capabilities to deliver integrated solutionsPractice DevelopmentCoach and mentor junior team membersContribute to capability build and scaling of the Centre of ExcellenceStrengthen market reputation through consistent delivery excellenceThe Successful Applicant You will bring a blend of Private Equity relationships, M&A, technology, and consulting leadership:Core ExperienceProven track record delivering technology programmes in M&A environmentsExperience within a consulting firm or Private EquityStrong commercial acumen with evidence of winning and leading client engagementsAbility to operate in ambiguous, high-pressure deal environmentsTechnical Depth (broad, not niche)Technology strategy and operating modelsInfrastructure, cloud, and ERP landscapesCyber security and digital transformationTechnology cost optimisation and synergy deliveryM&A CapabilityFull deal lifecycle experience: diligence through to integration or separationTechnology due diligence, vendor assist, and TSA designProgramme leadership across complex, multi-workstream transactionsLeadership ProfileGravitas with senior stakeholders and deal teamsStrong communication and influencing capabilityExperience building and leading high-performing teamsWhat's on Offer Competitive salary ranging from 150,000 to 170,000 per annum.Leadership role within a high-growth, high-margin practiceExposure to complex, high-profile M&A transactionsClear pathway to PartnerCompetitive compensation and performance-linked rewardsPlatform to build a recognised market profile in Technology in M&A