People M&A Lead – Business Partner

Fletchers Solicitors Ltd; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a People M&A Lead to drive successful integration of people workstreams in M&A projects. This pivotal role involves collaborating with stakeholders to ensure seamless transitions, aligning cultures, and managing HR issues throughout the process. With a focus on delivering people-centric solutions, the ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and possess strong analytical and project management skills. Join a growing firm that values flexibility and offers a supportive culture, making this an exciting opportunity for those passionate about HR and M&A.

Benefits

35 days holiday including bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Pension scheme

Life Assurance Policy

Medicash policy

Company sick pay

Enhanced Maternity and Paternity schemes

Flexible working environment

Funded company social events

Monthly voucher awards

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience in M&A activities.
• Strong analytical skills with data interpretation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support HR issues during M&A activities.
• Provide expertise to integration teams for acquisitions.
• Manage people impact assessments for acquisitions.

Skills

Broad generalist HR knowledge

Employment law

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Project management

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Tech-savvy

Education

Graduate-level membership of the CIPD

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Role: People M&A Lead – Business Partner

Location- Hybrid/Fletchers offices (travel to other locations will be required) We are predominantly based in the North West of England, with offices in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Bolton & Southport, as well as a team in Cambridge. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices.

Join Fletchers Group as a People M&A Lead – Business Partner!

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business? As a People Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Lead at Fletchers Group, you'll be at the heart of our dynamic M&A team, driving the successful integration of people workstreams across acquisition projects.

From due diligence to post-deal execution, you’ll ensure a seamless transition, collaborating with stakeholders to align cultures, policies, and talent strategies. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment and have a passion for delivering people-focused M&A solutions, we want to hear from you!

Be part of our growth story—apply today!

In return Fletchers can offer:

• 35 hours working week
• Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)
• 35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5 th , 7 th, and 9 th full year of employment
• Pension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice option
• Life Assurance Policy
• Medicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expenses
• Company sick pay
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemes
• Flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance
• Varied calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)
• Monthly voucher awardsfor winning nominees

Main Responsibilities :

• Support all People/HR/employment law issues arising during Fletchers’ M&A activity, from due diligence of employment matters to integration and harmonisation
• Provide People/HR expertise to the multidisciplinary integration team for each M&A project.
• Support the delivery of the People integration plan for each business acquisition
• Support the design and delivery of the agreed plan for each M&A integration project, including co-ordination and follow-up of all actions.
• Contribute to the development of bespoke People materials (letters, benefits documents etc) required for each M&A integration.
• Support operational managers with People issues before, during and throughout the integration process.
• Work collaboratively and proactively with Fletchers’ People Leadership Team to ensure consistency of approach.
• Manage the people impact assessment of each acquisition outlining key changes for colleagues through data analysis

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Broad generalist HR knowledge and experience (including general employment law, TUPE, remuneration, talent management, employee relations and organisational development),
• Specific application of the above in delivering M&A activity, with evidence of at least 5 previous successful transfer integrations
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to review and interpret large amounts of data
• Demonstrable experience of supporting the People aspects of post-acquisition integration projects, ideally gained within the legal or professional service sectors
• Strong stakeholder management skills, including demonstrable experience of working with multidisciplinary professional groups
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive approach, with the ability to identify issues and design solutions independently
• Strong project management and organisation skills; able to work effectively across multiple projects at once
• An advanced user of Microsoft Excel
• Proven ability to respect confidentiality and commercial sensitivity
• Ability to exemplify and promote Fletchers’ values and approach to people leadership
• “Tech-savvy” – able to get the best out of new and existing technologies

Desirable qualifications, skills and experience:

• Graduate-level membership (or equivalent) of the CIPD
• A legal sector background is not required, however experience of working in professional services would be beneficial.

We reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.

About Fletchers Solicitors:

Fletchers is a growing law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with excellent rankings with both the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several acquisitions, we have transformed into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for further expansion. Situated in the North-West of the UK, our offices are located in Manchester, Liverpool, Southport, Leeds, Bolton, and Cambridge. Many of our colleagues enjoy the flexibility of hybrid work arrangements. We offer a great work-life balance, attractive benefits, apprenticeship or training contract opportunities, and avenues for internal progression. Currently, approximately 10% of our colleagues participate in apprenticeships or training contracts, marking a milestone for us as we continue to improve our Learning & Development programs. Our culture is nurturing, designed to assist you in achieving your aspirations. Additionally, we have our Associate and Partner programs for senior lawyers and established the Fletchers Foundation to support those who have suffered injuries.

Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce, which is why we welcome applications from all diversity groups and backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive. Fletchers understand and celebrating that no colleague is the same.We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.

Manchester/Liverpool/Bolton/Leeds/Southport/Hybrid

Department

New Acquisitions

Job Title

People M&A Lead – Business Partner

DOE

City

Southport /Manchester/ Leeds/ Liverpool/ Hybrid