Manager, Mergers and Acquisitions at ETR Associates – SCOTTS VALLEY, California

Manager, Mergers and Acquisitions (Remote- United States)

WHO WE ARE

ETR (Education, Training, and Research) is a national non-profit passionate about our mission to improve the health and well-being of youth and communities by championing science. We seek to understand and address the ways health and education outcomes are influenced by the complex interactions between people and their environment. As a learning organization with a focus on mission-driven impact, we value different perspectives and ideas, collaboration, and continuous learning, both within the organization and in our partnerships. We are looking for people who share ETR’s values to join our team.

ETR envisions a world where all individuals and communities achieve their best health. We develop and disseminate innovative science-based programs, services, and products. Through this work, and by uplifting our partners, we support positive outcomes across the country.

Reporting to the Senior Vice President of Mergers and Acquisitions, the Manager of Mergers and Acquisitions supports the execution of ETR’s transaction and integration activities through project management, process coordination, documentation, and cross-functional follow-through. This role is an individual contributor responsible for helping maintain structure, visibility, and momentum across the merger and acquisition lifecycle. The Manager will support the SVP of M&A by coordinating transaction milestones, tracking risks and deliverables, maintaining process documentation, and helping standardize materials and templates for repeatable use. They will collaborate closely with Legal, Finance, Culture, Operations, and Executive leadership. This is a remote position that can be worked from anywhere in the United States.

CULTURAL ATTRIBUTES

• You possess excellent communication and relationship-building skills with colleagues, partners and clients with utmost integrity, courtesy and diplomacy.
• You are capable of embracing others' ideas and seeking to understand their points of view to further our shared mission and vision.
• You enjoy working independently as well as collaboratively to meet goals and deadlines.
• You use technology to effectively and professionally communicate with remote colleagues.
• You are self-motivated and can strategically prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment.
• You embrace a spirit of learning and curiosity in your work and proactively seek out answers and solutions to questions and challenges that arise.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Project Management, Organizational Development, Operations, or a related field; advanced degree preferred but not required.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in project management, business operations, integration support, organizational change management, transaction support, or a related field.
• Experience supporting at least 5 full M&A transactions, including exposure to diligence, close, and integration in industries related to ETR’s strategic goals
• Preferred experience in Federal and State grant and contract compliance and due diligence
• Working knowledge of integration management office (IMO) processes or frameworks
• Project management or process improvement certifications (e.g., PMP, Lean) preferred
• Comfort working across legal, financial, and operational domains (no deep expertise required in any one).
• Exposure to financial modeling, valuation methodologies, legal documentation, and regulatory implications.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels and with external stakeholders.
• Experience with business, analytics, pipeline, and transaction management tools and platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and lead multiple teams.
• Demonstrated success leading change with employees at all levels in a high-growth environment.
• Excellent analytical, supervisory, and leadership skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts to colleagues at all levels, ETR’s Board of Directors, and external stakeholders.
• Adaptable to many different types of stakeholders and personalities.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and implement complex plans and projects.
• Experience working under pressure, under short deadlines; ability to work additional hours as needed.
• Able and willing to travel, approximately 25% time.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information and records with tact and discretion.
• The use of a personal vehicle or rental car for ETR business will require a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance.

• This position is subject to a background check.

Starting Pay Range: $126,000-154,900 annually. The typical hiring range for this position is $126,000- $140,800 at 100% FTE. The starting salary is determined based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience.

WORKING AT ETR

ETR employees enjoy a competitive salary, amazing 401(K) and health benefits as well as generous PTO and holiday pay. You will contribute to making a difference in the world!

For more detailed information about this position and ETR, please visit our website:

www.etr.org

To apply for this position, please submit your resume to:

https://www.etr.org/about-us/careers/

ETR is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO and AA Employer/VET/Disabled

ETR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.