OverviewJoin to apply for the PMI Director role at BPP. Reporting lines: Chief Strategy and Transformation Officer. BPP, backed by TDR Capital, is a leader in the UK higher education and professional training sector, driving growth through acquisitions and international expansion. The PMI Director will lead end-to-end integration of acquired companies into the Group, initially focusing on Canada and Australia, and will build a scalable integration playbook for future acquisitions. This is a high-impact, externally facing role requiring cross-functional collaboration, execution discipline, and the ability to manage complex projects at pace.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the full lifecycle of post-merger integration (PMI) programmes for acquired companies, from Day 1 planning through to execution and stabilisation.Ensure seamless alignment of people, processes, technology, and culture between acquired companies and BPP. Act as the primary point of accountability for integration programmes, ensuring milestones are achieved and value realisation is tracked.Design and build a best-practice PMI playbook to serve as a Group-wide standard for future integrations.Establish integration methodologies, governance, tools, and reporting mechanisms.Continuously refine and improve the integration approach based on lessons learned.Develop detailed integration plans, including scope, timelines, resource requirements, and key success measures.Drive execution across multiple functions (Finance, HR, IT, Legal, Operations, etc.) to ensure smooth integration.Monitor risks, issues, and dependencies, providing solutions and escalating where necessary.Deliver clear, regular progress updates to the Chief of Strategy, Executive Team, and other senior stakeholders.Build strong working relationships with leadership teams in acquired companies and BPP functional leads.Act as a trusted advisor and integration partner to senior stakeholders in Canada and Australia, ensuring alignment of priorities and expectations.Provide transparent communication and change management support throughout the integration process.Track and report on synergy realisation and integration outcomes. Identify opportunities for additional value creation post-acquisition.Support strategic decisions on future acquisitions by feeding back learnings into BPP’s M&A process.Qualifications & ExperienceExtensive experience in post-merger integration (PMI), corporate development, or large-scale transformation programmes.Proven track record of leading complex integrations across multiple geographies, ideally including Canada and/or Australia.Strong programme management experience with the ability to coordinate across functions and deliver large-scale initiatives.Deep understanding of M&A processes, including Day 1 readiness, integration planning, and value realisation.Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively with senior executives.Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a structured approach to execution.Experience in education, professional services, or knowledge-based industries is desirable but not essential.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on delivery.Seniority & EmploymentSeniority level: DirectorEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: ManagementIndustries: Professional Training and Coaching and Higher Education #J-18808-Ljbffr