Verndale
Director, Integration Management Office (IMO)
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About the Director, Integration Management Office (IMO) Position This role is a hybrid role, requiring 2-3 days per week in our Boston office. Verndale is seeking a Director, Integration Management Office (IMO) to design and operationalize the processes that will drive the success of our multi-acquisition growth strategy. Reporting to the COO, this role will be responsible for supporting integrations of small to mid-size companies, and building foundational systems, playbooks, and structures that enable seamless post-acquisition integration.
This is a hands-on, builder role - ideal for a strategic operator who can lead execution while establishing scalable methods, tools, and governance. As Verndale continues its acquisition strategy, the Director will work directly with cross-functional leaders to execute integrations and build and manage a small team of Integration Leads to support concurrent integrations.
Key Responsibilities Integration Framework Development
Build and document the foundational Integration Playbook - defining stages, workstreams, templates, and decision frameworks for post-close execution
Partner with the COO, Corp Dev, and functional leaders to align integration objectives with deal theses and operational goals
Establish core governance, reporting cadence, and success metrics for all integrations
Education & Program Leadership
Lead day-to-day integration efforts for active acquisitions, coordinating workstreams across HR, IT, Finance, Legal, Marketing, Sales, and Delivery ensuring cross-functional accountability, milestone tracking, and transparent reporting to the COO
Develop detailed integration plans (Day 1 and 30/60/90 milestones), monitor progress, and ensure alignment to overall business objectives
Serve as the primary point of contact for functional leads and acquired company stakeholders throughout the integration lifecycle driving clarity, alignment, and a positive transition experience
Tooling & Process Enablement
Stand up and maintain the IMO’s toolset (Smartsheet, Confluence, Jira, Slack, SharePoint) as the single source of truth for integration planning, documentation, and progress tracking. Create dashboards, RAID logs, and KPI reports to enable transparency and accountability across teams. Capture and document lessons learned, updating the playbook to continuously improve efficiency and outcomes
Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Partner closely with HR, IT, and Finance to execute the operational components of integration, ensuring continuity for clients and employees
Support change management and communication strategies that help employees across both organizations understand timelines, impacts, and expectations
Develop trusted relationships with acquired leadership teams to drive alignment, engagement, and retention
Team Building & Development
Recruit and coach a small team of Integration Leads to manage concurrent integration workstreams
Define clear roles, responsibilities, and performance metrics for the growing IMO team
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that aligns with Verndale’s client-first values
Qualifications & Experience
A minimum of 5+ years of relevant professional consulting and/or operational experience (with a focus on corporate M&A, diligence and integrations) leading integrations of small to mid-size companies or similar environments, preferably within a private equity-backed environment
Demonstrated success in developing integration frameworks or PMO/IMO processes in a growth or multi-acquisition environment
Strong organizational and project management skills; able to drive both strategy and execution simultaneously
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership capabilities
Solid understanding of financial, operational, and cultural integration principles
Experience with collaboration and workflow tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, and Slack
Willingness to travel periodically to acquired company locations as needed
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Job Details
Seniority level:
Director
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Sales, General Business, and Education
Industries:
Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing
Why Verndale Verndale is a digital experience agency helping ambitious organizations transform how they engage customers across every touchpoint. The Director, IMO will have the unique opportunity to directly shape how Verndale realizes value from its acquisitions while preserving culture and client experience.
Ten Great Reasons to Work at Verndale
We are a rapidly growing company that is just as entrepreneurial today as when we were founded in 1998
We are relentlessly curious and enthusiastically solve our clients’ complex business problems through technology, data, and design
We foster a culture that enables every person in the organization to do the best work of their career
We offer regular training and professional development to move careers forward
Client and employee satisfaction are our two most important business metrics
We celebrate and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion
We offer generous paid company holidays, vacation, and paid sick time to every employee starting on day one
We provide top-of-the-line benefits including health, dental, vision, 401K, LTD, STD, Life Insurance, EAP, HRA and more
We support a healthy work/life balance
We are fully remote enabled and embrace the evolving definition of the workplace
Compensation & Benefits $150,000 - $225,000 USD In accordance with applicable law, the above salary range provided is Verndale's reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. The actual amount may vary, based on non-discriminatory factors such as location, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. In addition to salary, Verndale also offers a competitive benefits package.
Verndale is proud of the fun, diverse, and respectful company environment we enjoy on a daily basis. Competitive compensation and comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, life, disability and a 401(k) savings plan are offered to all full-time employees. Ample company paid holidays and personal time off make having a work-life balance possible. For some roles, remote work is a definite possibility; we believe in hiring the best and keeping our own happy and motivated.
About Verndale Verndale is a digital experience agency, purpose-built to help marketing and technology leaders connect the dots of the consumer journey. From our offices in Boston, Los Angeles, Montreal, and Quito, we design and develop digital experiences and enable marketing technologies that bring brands and their customers together.
We know that in order to do great work, you have to make work great. Verndale is committed to always being a company that celebrates diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to recruit and retain people who are committed to creating the climate of respect that is essential for individual and company success. Verndale's services are built around a core methodology that encompasses Growth Strategy, Experience Design, Technology Enablement, and Experience Optimization.
Learn more about Verndale at http://www.verndale.com
Equal Opportunity Employer Verndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Director, Integration Management Office (IMO)
role at
Verndale .
About the Director, Integration Management Office (IMO) Position This role is a hybrid role, requiring 2-3 days per week in our Boston office. Verndale is seeking a Director, Integration Management Office (IMO) to design and operationalize the processes that will drive the success of our multi-acquisition growth strategy. Reporting to the COO, this role will be responsible for supporting integrations of small to mid-size companies, and building foundational systems, playbooks, and structures that enable seamless post-acquisition integration.
This is a hands-on, builder role - ideal for a strategic operator who can lead execution while establishing scalable methods, tools, and governance. As Verndale continues its acquisition strategy, the Director will work directly with cross-functional leaders to execute integrations and build and manage a small team of Integration Leads to support concurrent integrations.
Key Responsibilities Integration Framework Development
Build and document the foundational Integration Playbook - defining stages, workstreams, templates, and decision frameworks for post-close execution
Partner with the COO, Corp Dev, and functional leaders to align integration objectives with deal theses and operational goals
Establish core governance, reporting cadence, and success metrics for all integrations
Education & Program Leadership
Lead day-to-day integration efforts for active acquisitions, coordinating workstreams across HR, IT, Finance, Legal, Marketing, Sales, and Delivery ensuring cross-functional accountability, milestone tracking, and transparent reporting to the COO
Develop detailed integration plans (Day 1 and 30/60/90 milestones), monitor progress, and ensure alignment to overall business objectives
Serve as the primary point of contact for functional leads and acquired company stakeholders throughout the integration lifecycle driving clarity, alignment, and a positive transition experience
Tooling & Process Enablement
Stand up and maintain the IMO’s toolset (Smartsheet, Confluence, Jira, Slack, SharePoint) as the single source of truth for integration planning, documentation, and progress tracking. Create dashboards, RAID logs, and KPI reports to enable transparency and accountability across teams. Capture and document lessons learned, updating the playbook to continuously improve efficiency and outcomes
Cross-Functional Leadership & Collaboration
Partner closely with HR, IT, and Finance to execute the operational components of integration, ensuring continuity for clients and employees
Support change management and communication strategies that help employees across both organizations understand timelines, impacts, and expectations
Develop trusted relationships with acquired leadership teams to drive alignment, engagement, and retention
Team Building & Development
Recruit and coach a small team of Integration Leads to manage concurrent integration workstreams
Define clear roles, responsibilities, and performance metrics for the growing IMO team
Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture that aligns with Verndale’s client-first values
Qualifications & Experience
A minimum of 5+ years of relevant professional consulting and/or operational experience (with a focus on corporate M&A, diligence and integrations) leading integrations of small to mid-size companies or similar environments, preferably within a private equity-backed environment
Demonstrated success in developing integration frameworks or PMO/IMO processes in a growth or multi-acquisition environment
Strong organizational and project management skills; able to drive both strategy and execution simultaneously
Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership capabilities
Solid understanding of financial, operational, and cultural integration principles
Experience with collaboration and workflow tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, Confluence, SharePoint, and Slack
Willingness to travel periodically to acquired company locations as needed
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
Job Details
Seniority level:
Director
Employment type:
Full-time
Job function:
Sales, General Business, and Education
Industries:
Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing
Why Verndale Verndale is a digital experience agency helping ambitious organizations transform how they engage customers across every touchpoint. The Director, IMO will have the unique opportunity to directly shape how Verndale realizes value from its acquisitions while preserving culture and client experience.
Ten Great Reasons to Work at Verndale
We are a rapidly growing company that is just as entrepreneurial today as when we were founded in 1998
We are relentlessly curious and enthusiastically solve our clients’ complex business problems through technology, data, and design
We foster a culture that enables every person in the organization to do the best work of their career
We offer regular training and professional development to move careers forward
Client and employee satisfaction are our two most important business metrics
We celebrate and champion diversity, equity, and inclusion
We offer generous paid company holidays, vacation, and paid sick time to every employee starting on day one
We provide top-of-the-line benefits including health, dental, vision, 401K, LTD, STD, Life Insurance, EAP, HRA and more
We support a healthy work/life balance
We are fully remote enabled and embrace the evolving definition of the workplace
Compensation & Benefits $150,000 - $225,000 USD In accordance with applicable law, the above salary range provided is Verndale's reasonable estimate of the salary for this role. The actual amount may vary, based on non-discriminatory factors such as location, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. In addition to salary, Verndale also offers a competitive benefits package.
Verndale is proud of the fun, diverse, and respectful company environment we enjoy on a daily basis. Competitive compensation and comprehensive coverage for medical, dental, life, disability and a 401(k) savings plan are offered to all full-time employees. Ample company paid holidays and personal time off make having a work-life balance possible. For some roles, remote work is a definite possibility; we believe in hiring the best and keeping our own happy and motivated.
About Verndale Verndale is a digital experience agency, purpose-built to help marketing and technology leaders connect the dots of the consumer journey. From our offices in Boston, Los Angeles, Montreal, and Quito, we design and develop digital experiences and enable marketing technologies that bring brands and their customers together.
We know that in order to do great work, you have to make work great. Verndale is committed to always being a company that celebrates diversity, equality and inclusion. We strive to recruit and retain people who are committed to creating the climate of respect that is essential for individual and company success. Verndale's services are built around a core methodology that encompasses Growth Strategy, Experience Design, Technology Enablement, and Experience Optimization.
Learn more about Verndale at http://www.verndale.com
Equal Opportunity Employer Verndale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
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