HR M&A Lead

IFS; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking an experienced HR leader to manage the HR due diligence process in M&A programmes. This role involves collaboration with various business functions to ensure a smooth integration of acquired employees. Ideal candidates will have extensive HRBP experience, strong stakeholder management skills, and a proven track record in multinational environments. The position is based in Staines-upon-Thames, UK.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior HRBP or HR programme role, ideally with M&A integration.
• Deep understanding of HR operations including payroll and benefits.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects across geographies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the HR due diligence for all M&A activities.
• Collaborate with Legal and Finance to evaluate HR-related liabilities.
• Develop change management strategies to foster engagement.

Skills

HR programme management

Stakeholder management

Change management

Global employment laws

Job description

Job Description

As the key HR partner in our M&A programmes, you’ll own the entire HR due diligence process and lead HR integration efforts across geographies, functions, and systems. You’ll work cross-functionally to align HR strategy with business goals, ensuring that acquired employees are welcomed, supported, and set up for success.

HR Due Diligence & Strategic Assessment

• Lead and own the HR due diligence process for all M&A activity, assessing risks, opportunities, and integration requirements across employment terms, benefits, compensation, compliance, immigration and organizational structure.
• Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and Corporate Development teams to evaluate HR-related liabilities and ensure alignment with deal strategy.
• Provide strategic recommendations to executive leadership based on HR findings, influencing deal structure and integration planning.

HR Operational Integration & Programme Management

• Act as the primary HR liaison with the Programme Management Team, aligning HR integration with broader business and systems strategies.
• Drive end-to-end HR integration, including onboarding, harmonization of compensation and benefits, and transition of HR operations.
• Partner with HR Country, Reward, Payroll, and HRIS teams to ensure smooth operational execution and compliance.
• Support entity restructuring activities—mergers, asset transfers, and amalgamations—ensuring HR processes and contracts are aligned with legal and financial requirements.
• Collaborate with IT and HRIS teams to manage data migration and system integration.

Change Management & Employee Experience

• Develop and execute change management strategies that foster engagement and minimize disruption.
• Partner with Communications and HR teams to deliver clear, transparent messaging throughout the integration lifecycle.
• Work with business leaders to assess cultural alignment and drive initiatives that support a unified, positive employee experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in a senior HRBP or HR programme role, ideally, with a strong track record in multinational M&A integration.
• Deep understanding of HR operations, including payroll, HRIS, benefits, and employee consultation processes.
• Proven ability to lead within a programme-led structure, managing multiple projects and stakeholders across geographies.
• Experience in entity restructuring and collaboration with Finance and Legal teams.
• Strong technical acumen in HR systems and data migration, with a collaborative approach to working with IT.
• Exceptional stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Familiarity with global employment laws and compliance requirements.
• Self-starter, proactive, responsible, and results oriented