Vertiv · 9 hours ago
Sr. Manager, HR Business Partner - M&A
Westerville, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expVertiv is a global leader in mission-critical infrastructure technologies, and they are seeking a strategic Human Resources Business Partner with deep experience in mergers & acquisitions and enterprise transformation. The role involves partnering with senior executives to ensure organizational readiness across the M&A lifecycle while driving structural and cultural transformation within the business.
Telecom & CommunicationsCloud ComputingInformation TechnologyData CenterIT InfrastructureTelecommunications
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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
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
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
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
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
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
Qualification
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
Company
Vertiv
Vertiv designs, builds and services critical infrastructure that enables vital applications for data centers and industrial facilities.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.24BKey Investors
Starboard ValuePlatinum Equity
2022-10-20Post Ipo Equity
2020-02-10Post Ipo Equity· $1.24B
2020-02-10IPO
Leadership Team
Giordano Albertazzi
Chief Executive Officer
Peter Lambrecht
Vice President Sales EMEA
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