Partner, M&A

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 275,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with employer Matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance and adoption aid

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a Partner, M&A to guide clients through human capital aspects of complex transactions. You will shape HR strategies, lead multi-workstream engagements, and act as trusted advisor to senior executives, aligning HR priorities with transaction goals.

The role requires deep expertise in global benefits, compensation, talent management, and HR operating models, with executive presence to influence stakeholders in high-stakes environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, HR or related field.
• 12+ years of consulting or industry experience in global M&A or complex transactions.
• Deep knowledge of global benefits, compensation, talent management, and HR operating models.
• Proven ability to establish relationships with C-suite executives and HR leaders.
• Strong executive presence and facilitation skills for leading complex client engagements.

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic direction and operational effectiveness of human capital solutions for clients in transition.
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships as a trusted advisor to key clients.
• Lead multi-functional client assignments, coordinating across various stakeholders and workstreams.
• Structure Human Capital M&A workplans and conduct HR due diligence.
• Translate human capital priorities into actionable workplans aligned with transaction objectives.

Skills

Executive presence

C-suite relationships

HR operating models

HR strategy

Facilitation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, HR

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a Partner, M&A to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space. This role will focus on guiding clients through complex transactions by shaping human capital strategies that support successful integrations and transitions. The Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to senior executives, leading multi-workstream engagements and aligning HR priorities with transaction goals. The position requires deep experience across global benefits, compensation, talent management, and HR operating models, along with the executive presence needed to influence stakeholders in high-stakes environments.

Location: Remote – US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $275,000 – $325,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Drive strategic direction and operational effectiveness of human capital solutions for clients in transition
• Develop and maintain executive-level relationships as a trusted advisor to key clients
• Lead multi-functional client assignments, coordinating across various stakeholders and workstreams
• Structure Human Capital M&A workplans and conduct HR due diligence
• Translate human capital priorities into actionable workplans aligned with transaction objectives

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Management, Human Resources, or related field
• 12+ years of consulting or industry experience, particularly in global M&A or complex transactions
• Deep knowledge of global benefits, compensation, talent management, and HR operating models
• Proven ability to establish relationships with C-suite executives and HR leaders
• Strong executive presence and facilitation skills for leading complex client engagements

Benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan and potential long-term incentive awards
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off at management's discretion, without accruing vacation
• Tuition assistance and adoption assistance programs

Our client is an equal opportunity employer.