Job Description

At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect. We aim to achieve this by cultivating a work environment where all team members belong and have the opportunity to thrive.



We are seeking an experienced Director to establish and lead our Integration Management Office (IMO), driving successful post-merger integration initiatives and ensuring value capture from acquisitions and strategic partnerships. This role will be critical in developing our M&A integration capabilities, standardizing our approach to deal integration, and maximizing synergy realization across all transactions.



This role presents an opportunity to have a profound impact on an organization going through exciting, transformational times. You'll report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and work closely with key leaders across the business.

Responsibilities:

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Strategic Leadership


Establish and lead the Integration Management Office as a center of excellence for M&A integration Develop and maintain comprehensive integration playbooks, frameworks, and best practices Partner with Corporate Development, Finance, and executive leadership on deal strategy and integration planning Provide critical input during due diligence on integration feasibility, costs, and synergy potential

Integration Planning & Execution


Lead end-to-end integration planning from announcement through synergy realization Develop detailed integration roadmaps with clear workstreams, milestones, and success metrics in conjunction with the business teams Establish integration governance structure including SteerCo, functional workstreams, and decision-making frameworks Drive Day 1 readiness and first 100-day planning for all acquisitions

Financial & Synergy Management


Deeply contribute to building comprehensive integration cost models including one-time costs and ongoing investments Track and report synergy capture against deal model assumptions Provide input on deal models during due diligence, validating integration assumptions Establish ROI measurement framework and post-close value tracking mechanisms

Cross-Functional Leadership


Orchestrate integration efforts across all functions: Finance, Legal, HR, IT, Operations, Product, and Engineering Facilitate committees and functional integration team meetings Manage complex stakeholder relationships and drive alignment across disparate groups Ensure effective communication cascade to all levels of both organizations

Risk & Change Management


Identify and mitigate integration risks including customer attrition, talent retention, etc Develop comprehensive change management strategies to maintain business continuity Design and execute cultural integration initiatives in collaboration with the people team

Experience:

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10+ years of experience in M&A integration, management consulting, or corporate development Successfully led multiple end-to-end M&A integrations with transaction values of $100M+ Demonstrated experience managing complex, cross-functional programs with 20+ workstreams Proven track record of achieving or exceeding synergy targets Experience with international acquisitions and cross-border integrations Experience in technology, marketplace, or high-growth companies preferred

Technical Expertise


Deep understanding of integration methodologies and best practices across all functional areas Exposure to financial modeling, synergy quantification, and integration cost estimation Experience with negotiations and exit planning Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements in M&A transactions Knowledge of specific integration tools and project management platforms

Leadership Competencies


Exceptional ability to influence without authority and drive consensus across organizations Outstanding executive presence and communication skills Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with attention to detail Ability to manage ambiguity and drive clarity in complex, fast-moving environments

Benefits:

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Great medical, dental, and vision insurance options with additional programs available when enrolled Mental health benefits Family building benefits Child care and pet benefits 401(k) plan to help save for your future In addition to 12 observed holidays, salaried team members have discretionary paid time off, hourly team members have 15 days paid time off 18 weeks of paid parental leave. Biological, adoptive, and foster parents are all eligible Subsidized commuter benefits Lyft Pink - Lyft team members get an exclusive opportunity to test new benefits of our Ridership Program

Lyft is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace that fosters belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.


Lyft highly values having employees working in-office to foster a collaborative work environment and company culture. This role will be in-office on a hybrid schedule -- Team Members will be expected to work in the office 3 days per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Lyft considers working in the office at least 3 days per week to be an essential function of this hybrid role. Your recruiter can share more information about the various in-office perks Lyft offers. Additionally, hybrid roles have the flexibility to work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year. #Hybrid


The expected base pay range for this position in Toronto is CAD $236,000- $295,000. In addition to the base pay, this role is eligible for competitive equity awards, bonuses, and benefits. You can read more about Lyft's employee benefits here.


Total compensation is dependent on a variety of factors, including qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range specific to your working location and other factors during the hiring process.