Job Purpose
The role facilitates M&A initiatives across the enterprise. Incumbent must leverage strong business acumen, HR knowledge and an ability to navigate matrix resources to facilitate the completion of M&A transactions (including due diligence, integration planning & execution). During periods of light M&A, the position incumbent will assist with special projects and process improvement efforts to facilitate the achievement of short- and long-term People Organization priorities.
Primary Job Responsibilities
Mergers & Acquisitions 70%
In partnership with the Enterprise Business Development team, business leaders and People Organization subject matter experts (representing benefits, compensation, etc.) facilitate prioritization, planning and execution of People Organization related activities related to deal valuation, diligence and integration planning.
Assist in creating M&A plan including: defining people organization objectives (including synergy targets); people organization deal team and governance model; tactics to ensure completion of diligence and integration per the overall deal plan.
Establish a meeting and reporting cadence with the People Organization deal team to ensure facilitation of deal valuation, diligence and integration, including in-depth analysis of
benefits plans and programs;
compensation structures and plans;
employee demographic data;
employment policies / programs;
employment litigation
organization culture, etc.
Effectively communicate status of project plan (including identification of project risks and/or issues) to stakeholders
In partnership with deal team and People Organization assist in planning and delivering day 1 and beyond on-site communications and/or training related to the acquisition focusing on integrating, engaging, and retaining employees
Assist with postmortem meetings to identify lessons learned and process improvements to support future M&A transactions.
Lead efforts to build People Organization M&A capability including:
creating an M&A playbook with supporting tools and resources
coaching / mentoring People Business Partners and People Organization COE SMEs involved in M&A transactions
delivering M&A brown bag learning sessions, etc.
Special Projects & Process Improvement 30%
Assist with special projects and process improvement efforts, as assigned, to facilitate the achievement of short- and long-term People Organization priorities
Other projects and assignments may result and be assigned to accommodate the changing needs of the department and the company.
Required Experience, Skills, and Knowledge
Minimum of 5 years of HR experience, including
Prior mergers and acquisitions experience – min of two years or involvement in four or more transactions
Prior experience as an HR business partner, compensation and/or benefits specialist
Strong communications and strong presentation skills: demonstrated experience developing and presenting (verbally and written) M&A and transformation plans and status reports to executive audiences
Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in HR or similar field.
Demonstrated minimum of 3 years project/program management experience
Individual must possess the confidence to respond quickly in unfamiliar situations and rely on both data as well as judgment to help navigate the fast moving M&A environment. Strong customer service skills.
Have the ability to perform in an ambiguous environment and make decisions in short timeframes.
Strong MS Office skills
Preferred Experience, Skills, and Knowledge
Expertise in acquisitions, joint ventures, divestitures, recruiting, HR generalist, and or compensation/stock programs preferred.
Master’s Degree or MBA preferred
Completion of formal change leadership training.
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Completion of formal project management training.
Any posted pay range considers a wide range of compensation factors, including candidate background, experience, and work location, while also allowing for salary growth within the position.
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Company Overview
Assurant is a leading global business services company that supports, protects, and connects major consumer purchases. A Fortune 500 company with a presence in 21 countries, Assurant supports the advancement of the connected world by partnering with the world’s leading brands to develop innovative solutions and deliver an enhanced customer experience through mobile device solutions, extended service contracts, vehicle protection services, renters insurance, lender-placed insurance products, and other specialty products.
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