Senior Project Manager M&A

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We are looking for an experienced project manager to join our M&A and Strategic Controlling team. You will work on projects of strategic relevance and gain valuable insights into the global Hilti business through direct exposure to top executives and regional leaders. In addition, the role will drive strategic corporate finance projects to advance our strategy Lead 2030.
The M&A and Strategic Controlling team is recognized as a springboard for future finance leaders, providing opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the organization. This full-time position is available starting Q2 2026.

What You'll do

This role encompasses two main areas of responsibility: activities related to M&A and those focused on strategic controlling.
For M&A responsibilities, you will:

• Contribute to the strategic assessment and evaluation of potential acquisition targets, working closely with corporate development and business units.
• Oversee M&A projects throughout all transaction phases (initial contact with target, due diligence, contract negotiation and drafting, signing, PMI preparation, closing, and post-closing management) by coordinating internal teams and external advisors.
• Facilitate effective communication among all stakeholders at various organizational levels.
  For Strategic Controlling, you will:
• Work in close partnership with global finance and controlling community, corporate development team, and senior stakeholders across business units and markets to identify improvement opportunities and drive overall performance.
• Lead new, strategically significant controlling projects for Hilti, ensuring strong alignment with the broader finance community, business units, markets, and other key stakeholders.

What You’ll Bring

• Master’s in business or quantitative discipline, and/or an MBA
• Minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience in M&A advisory or within a corporate M&A function. Transaction experience in construction or software is a plus
• Deep understanding of financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow) and and fundamentals of financial accounting standards
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual abilities, paired with strong business acumen
• Fluent English with excellent communication skills, and experienced in facilitating discussions with senior management
• Proven ability to thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and readiness to progress into a financial leadership role

What’s In It for You

We really value our people, and we've worked hard to develop a reward package that reflects this, creating your future to be just how you would want it. Some of our benefits include:

• Connection with a diverse community of over 2,100 colleagues from 70 nationalities in a region where Liechtenstein, Austria, and Switzerland intersect.
• Employee groups actively supporting causes like female empowerment and the LGBTQIA+ community.
• Leisure activities like mountain biking and tennis.
• Opportunities for community engagement both locally and internationally.
• Shared e-bikes, an on-site gym, dining options, learning opportunities, financial guidance, free parking, fuel discounts, workation, sabbatical, home office opportunity, flexible and trust-based working hours, meditation/ relaxation rooms, Hilti tool rental service, massage possibilities, and relocation support.

Why Hilti

Hilti is a global leader in construction innovation, with more than 34,000 team members across 120 countries. Guided by our purpose, Making Construction Better, we’re driven to keep learning, growing, and finding new ways to make a lasting impact. Here, you’ll be empowered to use your strengths, work with a global and inclusive team, and take on meaningful challenges. At Hilti, you’ll have the chance to make your ideas, achievements, and growth real through purpose, passion, and teamwork.

Commitment to Inclusion

At Hilti, inclusion is a key focus in how we work, lead, and grow together. We are committed to embracing diversity of thought and creating an environment that is inclusive of everyone, everywhere. We continuously strive to ensure every voice is valued and every team member feels empowered to contribute. By building on this foundation, we strengthen our teams, our innovation, and our impact, making construction better together.

Join us in making construction better. For further questions, please feel free to contact Frances Bruno, Talent Acquisition Business Partner ([email protected]).
*For non-EU / EFTA citizens: Please state your eligibility status to work in Switzerland/ Liechtenstein and note that if you do not own a valid Swiss/ Liechtenstein work permit, Hilti cannot guarantee your final employment due to authority regulations.
Learn more about us:https://careers.hilti.group/en
Learn more about life at Hilti Headquarters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeJPLBszc2A
Learn more about our recruitment process: https://careers.hilti.group/en/candidate-interview-preparation
Hilti is an equal opportunity employer.