M&A Manager - Human Resources Due Diligence

M&A Manager - Human Resources Due Diligence Deloitte Sydney, Australia Posted 2 days ago Permanent Competitive Job Requisition ID: 35140

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Do you want to help some of the largest, most interesting organisations in the world imagine, deliver and run the future?

In response to the growing demand for our market leading M&A Consulting Services, we are looking to hire problem solvers to join our team in Sydney (& Melbourne) to deliver HR due diligence and people-oriented M&A advice and solutions for our clients.

If you are looking to take your career to the next level and gain exposure to the world of mergers and acquisitions, then our team provides you with the perfect opportunity:

We have supported some of Australia's most iconic transactions across private equity and corporate Australia.We invest in our people - you will have access to experienced coaches, world class training and global development opportunities. What will your typical day look like?

You will serve as a trusted advisor on HR-related matters to clients in both the corporate and private equity space. You will bring a strategic point of view, structured problem solving, great consulting skills and disciplined planning capabilities.

Your specific responsibilities will include:

Perform HR due diligence (some or all of organisation analysis, reward & benefits review, workforce analysis, and culture analysis) identifying and quantifying transaction opportunities and riskLead engagement and discussions with Target company HR and Finance leadershipHelp clients understand how to protect and amplify the human capital associated with the transactionProvide recommendations on how to ensure a successful employee transition for Day 1 and beyond, both avoiding and navigating roadblocksCoordinate findings with other diligence teams at Deloitte, the Client, and external advisors, including accounting, tax, information technology, and legalContribute to practice and business development activities e.g. through the development of thought leadership material and/or sales materialsCoach junior staff to conduct insightful analysis and develop recommendations About the team

The Mergers & Acquisitions Consulting Services (MACS) offering portfolio pairs leading acquisition and divestiture experience with broad global scale and industry and functional depth. Our Human Resources (HR) due diligence and M&A team support our clients to navigate major transformative transactions, ensuring the organisation's human capital value is maximised and preserved.

Our approach to due diligence and M&A support focuses on how they can leverage their leadership, talent, culture, processes and systems to maximise the value from an acquisition or a divestment and identify and manage people-related risks. Our team works across all aspects of the M&A lifecycle including:

Support HR due diligence and post-deal integration / separation activities for private equity and corporate clientsReview key HR-related documents (e.g. employee census data, employee agreements, engagement surveys) to draw insights about the target organisation's human capitalComplete analysis including employee baselining and cost analysis, organisational and workforce analysis, reward and benefit analysis and cultural analysisFacilitate interviews and engagement with Target management teamCollaborate across internal and external stakeholders, including other Deloitte diligence workstreams, legal counsel, investment banks, and Client's HR leadershipPrepare and deliver report findings including insightful recommendations Enough about us, let's talk about you.

You may have all or some of the following skills/experiences:

Bachelor's degree or post graduate qualification (e.g. CA / CFA / MBA)4+ years advisory/consulting experience, ideally from a Big 4, strategy or boutique consulting firm OR the internal strategy function or HR function of a large corporate - this is provided as a guidance only, please don't let it limit you, if you feel you have something to add to our teamNatural aptitude to problem solving and structured thinking, including framing issues and breaking them down into discrete components to be analysedExperience with the broader deal-oriented process and environmentExcellent analytical skillsStrong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills (MS PowerPoint).Ability to apply practical experience with communications, culture, and change managementPragmatic commercial acumen - able to identify risks and develop solutions to manage those risksManaging cross-functional teams to deliver engagements across all of phases of the M&A lifecycle including due-diligence, pre-close and post-merger integrationDemonstrated ability working in a fast-paced environment and willingness to deal with ambiguity and changeExperience with project management - specifically, planning, overseeing and leading projects to completionExperience with staff development and eagerness to mentor junior practitioners Why Deloitte? At Deloitte, we focus our energy on interesting and impactful work. We're always learning, innovating and setting the standard; making a positive difference to our clients and our society. We put coaching at the heart of what we do, helping our people grow their careers in any direction - whether it be up, moving into something new, or even moving across the world.

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion. We have a diverse collection of people from different backgrounds, with different experiences, gender identities, abilities and thinking styles. What binds us together is a shared commitment to value everyone's perspective and to cultivate inclusion; so that our work environment is a safe space we can all belong.

We prioritise flexibility and choice. At Deloitte, you get trust on Day 1. We know our people get their best work done when they're in control of where and how they work, designing their work week around their client, team and personal commitments.

We help you live and work well. To support your personal and professional life, we offer a range of perks and benefits, including retail discounts, wellbeing leave, paid volunteering days, twelve flexible working options, market-leading parental leave and return to work support package.

Next Steps

Sound like the sort of role for you? Apply now, we'd love to hear from you!

By applying for this job, you'll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We've designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.

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By applying for this job, you'll be assessed against the Deloitte Talent Standards. We've designed these standards so that you can grow in your career, and we can provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte employee experience globally. The preferred candidate will be subject to background screening by Deloitte or by their external third-party provider.

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