Manager, Operational Due Diligence and Value Creation

PwC

Join PwC as a Manager in Delivering Deal Value, impacting high-profile M&A transactions. Lead engagement teams to provide operational insights and data-driven analysis for top-tier clients.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeAmsterdam • 🇳🇱 NetherlandsMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

You'll lead pre- and post-deal engagements to quickly assess operational value opportunities and risks, combining data analytics with sector-specific experience;
Work on operational due diligence, carve-out due diligence, and pre-deal value creation, often starting early in the deal cycle and delivering concrete operational upsides that influence the buyer's offer directly;
Identifying operational gaps and providing recommendations to drive value creation;
Developing implementation plans and quantifying savings using a driver-based approach and industry benchmarking;
Driving transformation initiatives focused on short- and long-term value realization;
Coaching and leading junior and senior colleagues;
Managing client relationships at both executive and operational level throughout the project.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 6 years of relevant experience in (deals) consulting or operational performance improvement, preferably in corporate M&A teams, COO support roles or specialized operations consulting;
A university degree in business administration, science, engineering or a related discipline;
Understanding of one or more core operational functions (e.g. Finance, Supply Chain, Working Capital, Procurement, Sales);
Comfortable working with financial information and translating analysis into actionable insights;
Good written and spoken English;
Dutch language skills are highly appreciated.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A competitive salary based on your experience, an annual bonus (depending on results and personal development), and the opportunity to grow;
A motivating work environment where collaboration with ambitious colleagues and recognition for your contributions are central;
A wide range of tailored training via our AI-based Growth Center, linked to skills and goals and focused on professional growth and leadership development;
Choose the mobility option that suits you best: an electric lease car or a mobility allowance for your business travel costs, plus access to various mobility providers via one convenient app;
32 vacation days and the option to purchase additional days;
Personal well-being budget to help you grow in physical and mental health, as well as access to the well-being platform OpenUp;
Work on challenging and meaningful client projects, use cutting-edge technology such as AI-tools, learn from the best, and receive support through coaching;
Flexible for hybrid working where possible;
A monthly net expense allowance for internet and other costs;
YoungPwC: Chance to network and exchange knowledge;
Fun extras such as various informal company and team activities.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Operational Performance ImprovementFinancial AnalysisImplementation PlanningDriver-Based ApproachIndustry Benchmarking

Soft Skills

CoachingCommunication