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Grammarly is hiring a Principal, Strategy & Operations - M&A to lead the execution of its acquisition strategy from due diligence through integration. This role drives cross-functional deal execution, integration governance, and strategic initiatives while partnering closely with Corporate Development and executive leadership.

Highlights

Lead cross-functional due diligence and integration planning for acquisitions.
Define and manage integration governance and lead workstreams lacking ownership.
Act as fractional COO for newly acquired businesses, driving initiatives and incorporation into company operations.
Develop Corporate Development operations, including information systems and pipeline processes.
Participate in strategic projects such as capital raises, IPO readiness, and Board of Directors updates.
Requires 10+ years in strategy, operations, or program management with at least 5 years in merger integration.
Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills with senior leaders.
Strong systems-thinking mindset and organizational awareness with high emotional intelligence.
Compensation ranges from $244,000 to $336,000 annually for U.S. Zone 1 locations.
Benefits include comprehensive healthcare, disability and life insurance, retirement matching, paid parental leave, generous paid time off, stipends, and professional development budget.

Principal, Strategy & Operations - M&A Full Description

Grammarly offers a dynamic hybrid working model for this role. This flexible approach gives team members the best of both worlds: plenty of focus time along with in-person collaboration that helps foster trust, innovation, and a strong team culture.

About Grammarly

Grammarly is the trusted AI assistant for communication and productivity, helping over 40 million people and 50,000 organizations do their best work. Companies like Atlassian, Databricks, and Zoom rely on Grammarly to brainstorm, compose, and enhance communication that moves work forward. Grammarly works where you work, integrating seamlessly with over 500,000 applications and websites. Founded in 2009, Grammarly is No. 7 on the Forbes Cloud 100, one of TIME’s 100 Most Influential Companies, one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies in AI, and one of Inc.’s Best Workplaces.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an experienced M&A operations specialist to drive the execution of Grammarly’s acquisition strategy from due diligence through integration in partnership with Corporate Development and the Grammarly executive team. Acquisitions are a critical component to the company’s growth strategy, making this a high-visibility, high-impact role — and ensuring you’ll be busy!

Here are more specific responsibilities:

Support deal execution, notably cross-functional due diligence and integration planning
Define and lead integration governance for future acquisitions. Get your hands dirty and “pinch hit” by leading core cross-functional workstreams that lack ownership
Cultivate a community of functional integration leaders across company. Build and refine playbooks to drive integration excellence
Outside of integration leadership, act as fractional COO across newly-acquired businesses. Drive important initiatives, lead incorporation into Grammarly rituals, etc.
Build out Corp Dev Operations — namely our information systems and pipeline processes
Play an integral role in strategic projects such as future capital raise, IPO readiness, BOD updates, etc.

Qualifications

We’re seeking an experienced integration leader who combines proven playbooks with in-the-moment business acumen, recognizing that every acquisition is different. The ideal candidate will bring:

10+ years of experience in strategy, operations, and/ or program management, with at least 5 years of specific merger integration experience. Bonus points for time spent building these experiences in an advisory / consulting capacity
A proven ability to manage high-visibility, cross-functional programs with limited oversight.
Exceptional stakeholder management skills — able to build trust quickly with senior leaders and influence without authority.
Clear, crisp communication — especially in moments of ambiguity or tension.
A systems-thinking mindset with strong judgment on how and when to bring structure.
Comfort saying “no,” “not yet,” or “yes, but here’s how” — and doing so without damaging relationships.
Deep organizational awareness, with a high EQ and the instincts of a people whisperer.
Embodies our EAGER values—is ethical, adaptable, gritty, empathetic, and remarkable.
Is inspired by our MOVE principles: move fast and learn faster; obsess about creating customer value; value impact over activity; and embrace healthy disagreement rooted in trust.

Compensation and benefits

Grammarly offers all team members competitive pay along with a benefits package encompassing the following and more:

Excellent health care (including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, mental health, and fertility benefits)
Disability and life insurance options
401(k) and RRSP matching
Paid parental leave
20 days of paid time off per year, 12 days of paid holidays per year, two floating holidays per year, and flexible sick time
Generous stipends (including those for caregiving, pet care, wellness, your home office, and more)
Annual professional development budget and opportunities

Grammarly takes a market-based approach to compensation, which means base pay may vary depending on your location. Our US locations are categorized into two compensation zones based on proximity to our hub locations.

United States:

Zone 1: $244,000 – $336,000/year

We encourage you to apply

At Grammarly, we value our differences, and we encourage all to apply—especially those whose identities are traditionally underrepresented in tech organizations. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, political belief, or any other characteristic protected by law. Grammarly is an equal opportunity employer and a participant in the US federal E-Verify program (US). We also abide by the Employment Equity Act (Canada).

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Original Job Description

About Grammarly

The Opportunity

Here are more specific responsibilities:

Support deal execution, notably cross-functional due diligence and integration planning
Define and lead integration governance for future acquisitions. Get your hands dirty and “pinch hit” by leading core cross-functional workstreams that lack ownership
Cultivate a community of functional integration leaders across company. Build and refine playbooks to drive integration excellence
Outside of integration leadership, act as fractional COO across newly-acquired businesses. Drive important initiatives, lead incorporation into Grammarly rituals, etc.
Build out Corp Dev Operations — namely our information systems and pipeline processes
Play an integral role in strategic projects such as future capital raise, IPO readiness, BOD updates, etc.

Qualifications

We’re seeking an experienced integration leader who combines proven playbooks with in-the-moment business acumen, recognizing that every acquisition is different. The ideal candidate will bring:

10+ years of experience in strategy, operations, and/ or program management, with at least 5 years of specific merger integration experience. Bonus points for time spent building these experiences in an advisory / consulting capacity
A proven ability to manage high-visibility, cross-functional programs with limited oversight.
Exceptional stakeholder management skills — able to build trust quickly with senior leaders and influence without authority.
Clear, crisp communication — especially in moments of ambiguity or tension.
A systems-thinking mindset with strong judgment on how and when to bring structure.
Comfort saying “no,” “not yet,” or “yes, but here’s how” — and doing so without damaging relationships.
Deep organizational awareness, with a high EQ and the instincts of a people whisperer.
Embodies our EAGER values—is ethical, adaptable, gritty, empathetic, and remarkable.
Is inspired by our MOVE principles: move fast and learn faster; obsess about creating customer value; value impact over activity; and embrace healthy disagreement rooted in trust.

Compensation and benefits

Grammarly offers all team members competitive pay along with a benefits package encompassing the following and more:

Excellent health care (including a wide range of medical, dental, vision, mental health, and fertility benefits)
Disability and life insurance options
401(k) and RRSP matching
Paid parental leave
20 days of paid time off per year, 12 days of paid holidays per year, two floating holidays per year, and flexible sick time
Generous stipends (including those for caregiving, pet care, wellness, your home office, and more)
Annual professional development budget and opportunities

United States:

Zone 1: $244,000 – $336,000/year

We encourage you to apply

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