Director, HR Mergers & Acquisitions

Kyndryl

HR M&A Director leading people integration for Kyndryl, which manages and modernizes mission-critical technology systems. Advising leaders and coordinating global HR transaction workstreams.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeMinnesota, New York, North Carolina, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $156,360 - $296,880 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in HR integration solutions for acquisitions and divestitures, with a strong focus on stakeholder management, project leadership, and compliance. Proven ability to navigate complex HR processes and deliver strategic insights that enhance business performance.

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HR Integration SolutionsStakeholder ManagementProject LeadershipWorkday ExperienceM&A Expertise

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Hard Skills

HR ProcessesEmployee RelationsCompensationBenefitsPayrollHR AnalyticsDue DiligenceTotal Rewards ProgramsGlobal Employment PracticesIntegration Planning

Soft Skills

Executive PresenceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsChange-Agent CapabilitiesDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayProject-Management Tools

Industry Keywords

M&AEmployee ExperienceCultural TransitionsRisk ManagementHR Operating Models

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and coordinate the HR workstream for acquisitions, divestitures, and service outsourcing transactions
Advise business leaders and functional stakeholders on deal strategy from an HR perspective
Define people impacts and solutions, and provide input to business cases, risk assessments, deal valuation, contractual needs, integration planning, and contracting
Lead HR deliverables across Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, ELR, HR Services, and Workday throughout the deal cycle
Conduct due diligence and translate client requirements into executable HR integration solutions
Ensure HR readiness for client transitions, including co-determination, onboarding, and compliance
Identify and manage people-related risks and support cultural and operational transitions
Create solutions to address integration challenges and gaps in the short and long term
Align timelines, processes, and communications across stakeholders
Evaluate key personnel and retention needs
Oversee employee communications for employees becoming Kyndryls through transactions
Support leadership alignment and organizational change management
Continuously improve the operating model and update/reimagine the formal HR M&A playbook
Manage a team of HR Business Development professionals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 10+ years in HR roles
Exposure to core HR processes including benefits, compensation, payroll, and employee relations
Growth mindset and change-agent capabilities
Ability to manage multiple complex, high-profile projects simultaneously under tight timelines
Executive presence with excellent communication, stakeholder-management, and influencing skills
Ability to simplify complex matters into clear options and recommendations
Business acumen and understanding of how HR considerations impact deal dynamics and business performance
Strong understanding of HR operating models and global employment practices
Depth of experience working with multiple countries
Proven ability to lead cross-functional and global teams
Employee-experience focus
Organized and detail-oriented
Experience with Workday, HR analytics, and project-management tools
Proven subject-matter expertise in HRBD work, including due diligence, prioritizing quantifiable items for valuation and contracting, and proposing integration solutions
Experience with total rewards programs, country benefit-plan differences, and TUPE impacts
Experience leading M&A at a global public company preferred
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus program based on performance
Medical and dental coverage
Disability benefits
Retirement benefits
Paid leave
Paid time off
Hands-on experience and learning opportunities
Opportunities to certify in major platforms
Employee learning programs and access to certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Skillsoft
Company-wide volunteering and giving platform
Kyndryl Inclusion Networks
Comprehensive benefits supporting employees and their families