Total Rewards Partner, M&A

Autodesk, Inc; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 101,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk, Inc. is seeking a Total Rewards Partner to support compensation and benefits decisions across the M&A deal lifecycle, from due diligence to post-close integration.

You will evaluate target pay structures, equity programs, and retention plans, while coordinating with Finance, Legal, and PBPs to enable harmonized rewards initiatives. The role requires strong analytical skills, confidentiality, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments, with governance frameworks applied

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, and/or M&A work.
• Experience evaluating compensation structures, incentive plans, and benefits in deals.
• Ability to model costs, synergies, and people risk in transaction contexts.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end Total Rewards activities across M&A transactions, due diligence, integration, and post-close work.
• Analyze target company pay structures, equity programs, and benefits alignment for gaps and harmonization.
• Prepare decision-ready materials with options, risks, and financial impact for leadership.

Skills

Total Rewards

Compensation modeling

Market data interpretation

Job architecture & leveling

Cross-functional communication

Tools

Workday

Job description

Job ID26WD101582Job Requisition ID #26WD101582Position OverviewAutodesk is strengthening its M&A HR capability to support disciplined growth, speed to integrate, and positive employee experience through change. The M&A Total Rewards Partner plays a critical role in supporting Total Rewards activities across the deal lifecycle, from diligence through close and post-close integration, by helping evaluate, advise on, and execute compensation and rewards decisions.This trusted M&A TR advisor partners closely with Corporate Development, Finance, Legal, People Business Partners (PBPs), and People & Places leadership to assess workforce impacts, identify people related risks, and support informed, market aligned rewards decisions. You translate fast-moving and ambiguous deal inputs into clear, pragmatic recommendations that balance internal equity, external market competitiveness, cost, and employee experience.ResponsibilitiesDeal Lifecycle Support· Support end-to-end Total Rewards activities across M&A transactions, including due diligence, integration planning, deal modeling, close execution, and post-close integration· Evaluate target company compensation structures, incentive plans, equity programs, and benefits positioning to identify risks, gaps, and integration considerations· Partner with Finance and Corporate Development to support cost modeling, synergy assumptions, and people related deal risks· Support communications and enablement related to compensation, benefits, retention programs, and other Total Rewards changes throughout the transaction lifecycleTotal Rewards & Market Analysis· Conduct job and level mapping using Autodesk job architecture and market data· Analyze internal and external market positioning to inform pay alignment, equity conversion, and retention recommendations· Develop compensation, equity, and retention recommendations for executives and key talent populations where retention or leadership continuity is critical· Assess target company benefits, identify gaps vs. company programs, and execute compliant, cost-effective transition and harmonization plans· Support the design of transition, retention, and harmonization approaches consistent with Autodesk Total Rewards principlesAdvisory & Stakeholder Partnership· Partner with PBPs, Legal, and business leaders to surface implications, tradeoffs, and recommended paths forward· Prepare clear, decision-ready materials that summarize options, risks, and financial impact for leadership review· Apply established governance and approval frameworks consistently across transactionsExecution & Integration· Support or lead execution of approved Total Rewards actions in Workday and downstream systems· Support cross-functional planning and coordination to ensure Total Rewards deliverables, dependencies, and milestones remain on track throughout the transaction lifecycle· Coordinate closely with HR Operations, Payroll, and related teams to ensure accurate and timely implementation· Contribute to continuous improvement of M&A Total Rewards playbooks, tools, and templates based on deal learnings· Provide project management support for Total Rewards activities across the M&A lifecycle, ensuring seamless execution and issue resolutionBroader Compensation SupportDuring periods of low M&A activity, this role is expected to flex across other Compensation functions, including:Support Executive Compensation activities, including equity modeling and forecasting, peer group proxy data analysis, and preparation of Compensation Committee materialsContribute to broad-based compensation activities, including benchmarking and retention analysis, and support annual compensation planning cyclesMinimum QualificationsExperience in Total Rewards, Compensation, and/or M&A related HR work5+ years of experience supporting M&A transactions, integration, compensation, or workforce-related initiativesStrong analytical capability, including compensation modeling and market data interpretationWorking knowledge of job architecture, leveling, and market pricing principlesDemonstrated ability to operate with discretion and handle highly confidential informationComfort working in fast‑moving, ambiguous environments with shifting priorities and tight timelinesStrong cross-functional communication / presentation skills with business leadersPreferred QualificationsExposure to global compensation practices or multi-country integrationsExpertise in total rewards programs including employee benefits, with demonstrated experience in M&A integration, gap analysis, and program harmonizationExperience partnering with Corporate Development, Finance, or Legal teamsLearn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!BenefitsFrom health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/Salary transparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $101,000 and $181,500. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Equal Employment OpportunityAt Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. 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