Sr. Manager, HR Business Partner - M&A

Job Description We are seeking a strategic Human Resources Business Partner with deep experience in mergers & acquisitions and enterprise transformation to join our organization. In this role, you will serve as the HR leader supporting inorganic growth and large-scale business transformation initiatives. You will partner directly with senior executives, Corporate Development, Finance, and functional leaders to ensure organizational readiness across the full M&A lifecycle-Identification, Due Diligence, and Integration-while driving structural and cultural transformation within the business. This role requires strong business acumen, operational rigor, change leadership capability, and the ability to translate complex deal dynamics into disciplined people strategies that accelerate value creation. Key Responsibilities M&A Strategy & Due Diligence Partner with Corporate Development and senior leadership to support M&A target assessment, including organizational health, talent quality, leadership capability, labor risks, and cultural compatibility. Lead HR due diligence activities, including workforce analytics, talent retention risk assessment, compensation and benefits evaluation, labor liabilities, and synergy planning. Provide data-driven insights to inform deal valuation, integration planning, and Day 1 readiness. Integration Leadership Lead HR integration planning and execution across acquired businesses, ensuring alignment of structure, talent, culture, and operating model. Design and execute integration roadmaps covering organization design, workforce planning, leadership selection, compensation harmonization, and talent retention strategies. Drive Day 1 readiness, communications strategy, and stakeholder alignment to ensure business continuity and minimize disruption. Partner cross-functionally to deliver synergy targets and organizational efficiency objectives. Organizational Transformation Support enterprise transformation initiatives including restructures, operating model redesign, delayering, and capability evolution. Lead spans & layers assessments, workforce optimization, and role clarity initiatives to improve organizational effectiveness. Facilitate cultural transformation and leadership alignment during periods of structural change. Develop and execute change management strategies to accelerate adoption and performance outcomes. Talent & Leadership Strategy Identify critical roles and succession risks within integration and transformation contexts. Develop leadership selection frameworks and talent assessment processes to support post-merger organizational design. Implement retention strategies for high-impact and high-risk talent during transitions. Coach leaders through ambiguity, change, and integration complexity. Analytics, Risk & Governance Use workforce data, scenario modeling, and HR analytics to identify risks, cost opportunities, and integration synergies. Ensure compliance with global labor laws, employment regulations, wage & hour standards, and safety requirements during transitions. Partner with Legal and Finance to manage employee-related liabilities and regulatory requirements in transaction environments. Stakeholder & Executive Partnership Serve as a trusted advisor to global executives during deal cycles and transformation initiatives. Influence decision-making by presenting clear organizational options, risk assessments, and impact analyses. Coordinate HR communications during major change initiatives to maintain transparency and engagement. Qualifications Required Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience supporting M&A, integration, or enterprise transformation initiatives. Demonstrated experience leading HR due diligence and/or post-merger integration efforts. Strong business and financial acumen, with ability to connect workforce decisions to value creation and cost discipline. Proven experience in organizational design, workforce planning, and change leadership. Excellent executive presence and ability to influence senior stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel modeling capability strongly preferred). Fluency in English. Preferred Experience supporting global, multi-regional transactions. Exposure to complex, matrixed organizations or Fortune 500 environments. Strong analytical and project management skills in high-ambiguity environments. Ability to operate effectively under compressed timelines and high-stakes conditions. Willingness to travel and support deal-related activities as needed. About Us The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion. OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES Customer Focus Operational Excellence High-Performance Culture Innovation Financial Strength OUR BEHAVIORS Own It Act With Urgency Foster a Customer-First Mindset Think Big and Execute Lead by Example Drive Continuous Improvement Learn and Seek Out Development At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people. Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. About the Team Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.

Created: 2026-03-04