M&A Integration Lead, Corporate Development

The Corporate Development team is looking for a dynamic and strategic M&A Integration Sr. Manager to join our growing team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Squarespace's inorganic growth strategy. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to build and lead our M&A integration practice, driving both pre-merger planning and post-merger execution to ensure seamless transitions and maximum value realization.

You will work cross-functionally with executives and key stakeholders across finance, HR, legal, and product teams to develop and implement best-in-class integration strategies. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys solving complex challenges, and is passionate about delivering successful integrations that drive business impact.

You will report into the Vice President of Strategy and Corporate Development in our New York office. This is a hybrid role that will require 2-3 days per week in our NY office.

You'll Get To…

• Lead and develop the M&A integration strategy and planning process with functional leaders and program management resources to ensure seamless alignment with business objectives
• Engage in early due diligence for acquisitions to understand the strategic objectives and provide an early assessment of integration planning and risks
• Design and execute a comprehensive project plan which includes all workstream and functional team tasks to achieve our strategic objectives, as well as managing the day-to-day integration efforts
• Define, track, and communicate key performance metrics, ensuring transparency and accountability while proactively identifying and escalating potential risks or roadblocks. Establish and refine best practices for M&A integration by developing and contributing to a long-term playbook that drives continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Support broader project management initiatives during periods of lower demand by assisting with process improvements, documentation enhancements, and cross-functional initiatives to enhance team and department effectiveness.

Who We're Looking For

• 8+ years of cross-functional project management experience, including significant M&A integrations leadership
• Proven experience in technology-driven industries, preferably in software, SaaS, and/or consumer Internet
• Working knowledge of key business processes, such as. product development, go-to-market strategies, "order to revenue recognition," employee onboarding, etc.
• Exceptional attention to detail and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
• Highly effective communicator and collaborator, with strong written and presentation skills tailored to diverse stakeholders, from executives to operational teams

Benefits & Perks

• A choice between medical plans with an option for 100% covered premiums
• Fertility and adoption benefits
• Access to supplemental insurance plans for additional coverage
• Headspace mindfulness app subscription
• Global Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement benefits with employer match
• Flexible paid time off
• 20 weeks for parental leave and up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member
• Pretax commuter benefit
• Education reimbursement
• Employee donation match to community organizations
• 6 Global Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
• Dog-friendly workplace
• Free lunch and snacks
• Private rooftop

Cash Compensation Range: $148,500 - $239,200 USD

The base salary for this position will vary based on job-related criteria including relevant skills, experience, and location, among other factors.

In addition to the cash compensation above (which includes base salary and, where applicable for eligible roles, may include on-target commissions or overtime pay), Squarespace employees are eligible to be granted an option to purchase our common stock.

About Squarespace

Squarespace is a design-driven platform helping entrepreneurs build brands and businesses online. We empower millions of customers in more than 200 countries and territories with all the tools they need to create an online presence, build an audience, monetize, and scale their business. Our suite of products range from websites, domains, ecommerce, and marketing tools, as well as tools for scheduling with Acuity and creating and managing social media presence with Bio Sites and Unfold. Our team of more than 1,500 is headquartered in bustling New York City, with offices in Dublin, Ireland, Aveiro, Portugal, and coworking spaces in the UK, Netherlands, and Australia. For more information about our company culture, visit https://www.squarespace.com/about/careers.

Our Commitment

Today, more than a million people around the globe use Squarespace to share different perspectives and experiences with the world. Not only do we embrace and celebrate the diversity of our customer base, but we also strive for the same in our employees. At Squarespace, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.