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SVP Mergers & Acquisitions

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  The Senior Vice President of Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) is a key strategic leader responsible for driving Sedgwick’s global inorganic growth agenda. The SVP leads the full lifecycle of M&A activity—including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments—with a focus on enhancing Sedgwick’s market position, expanding capabilities, and accelerating innovation. The SVP works closely with the CEO, CFO, and business unit leaders to identify and execute transactions that align with the company’s long-term strategic objectives across core and emerging markets.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

End-to-End Deal Execution

Leads all phases of the M&A process—from initial target identification and outreach through due diligence, valuation, deal structuring, negotiation, and post-close integration.Ensures each transaction is aligned with Sedgwick’s strategic and financial goals.

Strategic Target Identification

Partners with business unit leaders and the corporate strategy team to proactively identify acquisition targets that complement Sedgwick’s service offerings, geographic footprint, or technological capabilities.Conducts market scans and competitive analyses to uncover white space opportunities.

Pipeline Development and Management

Develops and maintains a robust, global pipeline of actionable M&A opportunities.Establishes relationships with investment banks, private equity firms, advisors, and industry stakeholders to source proprietary deal flow.

Financial Analysis and Valuation

Oversees the development of detailed financial models, synergy assessments, and valuation analyses.Leads the preparation of investment committee materials and board presentations to support decision-making.

Cross-Functional Partnership

Partners with legal, finance, colleague resources, IT, compliance, and operations teams to ensure comprehensive due diligence and seamless integration planning.Manages internal and external resources to streamline timelines and mitigate risks.

Integration Leadership

Develops and executes integration strategies that preserve deal value and accelerate synergy realization.Establishes governance structures, tracks integration milestones, and ensures cultural alignment between organizations.

Performance Monitoring and Accountability

Reviews post-deal performance against key metrics, including revenue growth, cost synergies, and strategic fit.Provides regular updates to executive leadership and ensures accountability for value capture.

External Representation

Serves as Sedgwick’s lead negotiator in discussions with target companies, advisors, and financial institutions.Represents the company at industry events and in strategic partnership discussions.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs other duties as assigned.Travels as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Licensing
Master's degree in Business Administration from an accredited college or university preferred.

Experience

Ten (10) years of related experience in investment banking, private equity, or corporate development with at least five (5) years of senior leadership experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience required. 

Skills & Knowledge

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skillsProven track record of leading complex, cross-border transactionsDeep understanding of services-based business models, ideally in insurance, healthcare, or risk managementInterest and some experience in using AI to improve M&A capabilitiesStrong financial acumen and strategic thinkingPC literate, including Microsoft Office productsAnalytical and interpretive skillsStrong time management and organizational skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsProven management/leadership skillsExcellent negotiating skillsAbility to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reportsAbility to work in a team environmentAbility to meet or exceed Performance Competencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

When applicable and appropriate, consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

Mental:  Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Physical:  Computer keyboarding, travel as required

Auditory/Visual:  Hearing, vision and talking

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description.  They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances.  Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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Sedgwick is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace.

If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, consider applying for it anyway! Sedgwick is building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and recognizes that each person possesses a unique combination of skills, knowledge, and experience. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.