Senior HR M&A Lead for Global Integrations

Cognizant; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation is seeking an Associate Director, HR M&A in Global Human Resources to lead people aspects of acquisitions and integrations across the transaction lifecycle. The role advises deal teams and leaders, assessing human capital risks and developing HR strategies throughout due diligence, pre-close planning, transition, integration, and post-close stabilization.

The incumbent will translate complex workforce information into risks, recommendations, and

Qualifications

• Direct HR M&A experience
• Strong business and financial acumen
• Ability to translate workforce information into risks, recommendations, and executable plans

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned HR workstreams across acquisitions and integrations.
• Serve as primary HR M&A point of contact for deal teams and stakeholders.
• Translate transaction objectives into a comprehensive people strategy and work plan.
• Provide guidance on workforce risks, organizational implications, and cost considerations.
• Balance objectives with compliance requirements and deal timelines.
• Manage multiple transactions and workstreams with varying complexity.

Job description

Cognizant Technology Solutions Corporation is seeking an Associate Director, HR M&A in Global Human Resources to lead people aspects of acquisitions and integrations across the transaction lifecycle. The role advises deal teams and leaders, assessing human capital risks and developing HR strategies throughout due diligence, pre-close planning, transition, integration, and post-close stabilization.

The incumbent will translate complex workforce information into risks, recommendations, and