What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technology M&A Specialist position at Warner Bros. Discovery?
Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
We are seeking a dynamic and result-driven Technology M&A Specialist to support and mature our M&A practice. The ideal candidate will combine functional competencies, technical and operational acumen, and strategic mindset to drive successful IT integration and separations in mergers and acquisitions. This hands-on role will involve leading the planning and execution of IT integration / separation efforts, managing cross-functional teams without formal authority, fostering stakeholder buy-in, and driving the alignment of strategy & framework across multiple programs and projects.
As a client-facing position, the Technology M&A Specialist will be expected to engage with business stakeholders and external partners, provide actionable insights on technology integration, and ensure seamless execution of IT initiatives throughout the M&A lifecycle. The role requires a self-starter who can navigate complex and evolving environments while maintaining a focus on strategic outcomes.
This position is part of the Technology Business Solutions (TBS) team within Technology & Operations (T&O) Enterprise Architecture and Technology Strategy (EAS) organization, and will report directly to the Senior Director, Technology M&A Integration.
Your Role Accountabilities
Integration / Separation Management (50%)
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
Who We Are…
When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role
We are seeking a dynamic and result-driven Technology M&A Specialist to support and mature our M&A practice. The ideal candidate will combine functional competencies, technical and operational acumen, and strategic mindset to drive successful IT integration and separations in mergers and acquisitions. This hands-on role will involve leading the planning and execution of IT integration / separation efforts, managing cross-functional teams without formal authority, fostering stakeholder buy-in, and driving the alignment of strategy & framework across multiple programs and projects.
As a client-facing position, the Technology M&A Specialist will be expected to engage with business stakeholders and external partners, provide actionable insights on technology integration, and ensure seamless execution of IT initiatives throughout the M&A lifecycle. The role requires a self-starter who can navigate complex and evolving environments while maintaining a focus on strategic outcomes.
This position is part of the Technology Business Solutions (TBS) team within Technology & Operations (T&O) Enterprise Architecture and Technology Strategy (EAS) organization, and will report directly to the Senior Director, Technology M&A Integration.
Your Role Accountabilities
Integration / Separation Management (50%)
- Oversee IT integration and separation efforts, including TSA (Transition Service Agreement) execution, ensuring smooth data, user, and system migration with minimal disruption to operations.
- Ensure alignment of IT governance, security, and compliance requirements throughout the integration process, acting as a liaison between technical teams, business units, and vendors.
- Support business case updates, addressing changes in scope, schedule, resources, and financials.
- Proactively identify potential risks related to IT systems, infrastructure, and security during the M&A process.
- Develop risk mitigation plans and address any technical or operational issues that arise during integration.
- Conduct complex financial analysis to evaluate operational scenarios and risk trade-offs, providing strategic insights.
- Analyze architectural diagrams to identify interdependencies and operational considerations for effective planning.
- Support stakeholders in developing technology investment business cases and driving continuous improvement in IT operations post-merger.
- Identify gaps and risks associated with tech enablement / technical debt and develop remediation and mitigation recommendations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field OR equivalent relevant work experience
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Big 4 consulting and/or relevant industry experience.
- 4 years of post-merger technology integration experience, including joint ventures or carve-outs, with involvement in 10 transactions.
- 4 years of experience in a Technology Integration Management Office (IMO) or Separation Management Office (SMO)
- 4 years of experience in Tech FP&A.
- Experience in Technology assessment (identifying value creation opportunities and technical risks)
- Process mapping tools, project management tools and visualization tools experience are a plus!
This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of our society and the world around us. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.
If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.
