Stonebridge Consulting is seeking an experienced Data Integration Lead with strong Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) experience. This role is critical in ensuring the seamless integration and readiness of data assets across the client enterprise, supporting business continuity and maximizing operational efficiencies during the M&A process. The ideal candidate will bring a robust understanding of the upstream Oil & Gas sector, M&A lifecycle, and a proven ability to lead data integration initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Data Integration Strategy: Develop and lead the execution of a comprehensive data integration strategy aligned with the M&A objectives.
Data Readiness: Oversee data readiness activities across enterprise systems, including data cleansing, validation, data request, and migration planning.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with IT, Operations, Finance, Accounting, Land, Production, and other business units to align data requirements and ensure successful data consolidation.
Project Leadership: Manage data integration project timelines, resources, and deliverables while proactively identifying and addressing risks to ensure seamless integration.
Data Governance: Establish data governance protocols, including data quality, data lineage, and compliance, to maintain data integrity during the integration process.
Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate progress, challenges, and updates to senior management, ensuring alignment with business goals.
M&A Expertise: Apply M&A best practices for data consolidation, providing insights on potential data-related challenges and solutions to facilitate integration.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 8+ years in data integration, with 2+ years in M&A-specific data integration projects, specifically in the upstream Oil & Gas industry.
Technical Skills: Proficient in ETL processes, data management platforms, SQL, and data governance tools. Familiarity with upstream Oil & Gas data types and systems.
Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the upstream Oil & Gas industry, including data landscapes and regulatory considerations.
Leadership & Communication: Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills with the ability to manage cross-functional teams.
Problem Solving: Ability to foresee and mitigate integration challenges related to data architecture, governance, and security.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications: PMP, Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), or relevant M&A certifications.
Previous Experience with major O&G companies: Familiarity with data systems or projects at those companies.
Advanced Technical Skills: Experience with cloud data platforms, data analytics, and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Snowflake, Azure).
Why Join Us?
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a pivotal data integration project with direct impact on a major M&A initiative in the Oil & Gas industry. Join our specialized consulting team and leverage your expertise to drive data excellence and add value to a dynamic, growing organization.