Director, M&A Practice
San Francisco
Wednesday, 03 June 2026
We are seeking an experienced and driven Director, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) to support the growth and delivery of RGP’s M&A advisory services. This role will focus on leading client engagements, contributing to revenue growth, and delivering high-quality solutions across the transaction lifecycle. The ideal candidate brings strong experience across M&A due diligence, integration, and separation, along with a demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and deliver complex engagements. This individual will play a key role in executing go-to-market initiatives, supporting business development, and helping to scale RGP’s M&A offerings. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-performing consulting professional who thrives in fast-paced transaction environments and is passionate about delivering measurable value to clients. This is a fully remotely based role with a travel component. Base compensation range for this role is expected to be between $170,400 - $213,000 plus incentive. What You Will Work On - Identify opportunities, sell, and deliver M&A advisory engagements, including due diligence, integration, and carve-out/separation initiatives - Manage end-to-end project execution or key workstreams across complex transaction programs, ensuring quality, timelines, and client satisfaction - Contribute to execution of:o Operational due diligenceo Integration / separation readiness (pre-deal)o Integration / separation managemento Target operating model design and process integrationo Value creation analysis and execution – synergies, stranded costso Transition service agreement structuring and exit managemento Employee experience planning and execution (change management, communications, culture) - Serve as a key client-facing lead, building strong relationships and helping guide clients through transaction-related decisions - Support business development efforts, including proposal development, RFP responses, and client presentations - Represent RGP capabilities in client meetings and help identify new solution opportunities - Contribute to the development of tools, methodologies, and offerings to strengthen RGP’s M&A go-to-market approach - Drive continuous improvement in delivery, including lessons learned and engagement feedback loops - Mentor and support team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing engagement environment What You Will Bring 10 years of experience in consulting, transaction advisory, or corporate development, with exposure to M&A engagements. Experience delivering projects across due diligence, integration, or transformation initiatives. Strong understanding of the M&A lifecycle, including transaction execution and post-close activities. Proven ability to manage client engagements and deliver high-quality outcomes. Experience supporting sales pursuits and proposal development. Strong project management, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities. Ability to communicate effectively and develop client-ready deliverables. Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders in fast-paced environments. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certifications a plus What You Can Expect An inspirational place for you to do your best work, be engaged in meaningful ways, and continually develop the skills, competencies and qualities that set our team apart. Compensation commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and other factors, including geographic location, market and operational factors. Total Rewards based on eligibility include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Professional Development Program, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Sick Time (in geographies where legally required).