Talent M&A Manager

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You’ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There’s no one like you and that’s why there’s nowhere like RSM.

The Merger & Acquisition (M&A) Human Resources Business Partner will serve as a secondary liaison across the talent organization and corporate development teams from initial due diligence to coordinating with centers of excellence to ensure a successful due diligence and transition through integration process. The manager will work with the Deputy Chief Talent Officer and the potential merging firm by building relationships, participating in cross-functional teams, and coaching them on HR matters throughout the transaction process. The manager will work with the Deputy Chief Talent Officer in communicating and managing expectations and deliverables with the deal team, the merging firm, and the talent organization.

The right candidate will possess a HRBP background with demonstrated experience managing simultaneous initiatives using data to drive strong problem-solving skills and integrative thinking. This candidate should have strong attention to detail, risk mindset and the ability to adapt to a dynamic environment are essential to succeeding in this role.

Due to the nature of this role and the global impact, the ideal candidate will be able to flex hours to work during non-standard business hours as necessary

Essential duties:

1. Manage the completion of the HR activities in the due diligence phase

• Applies knowledge of RSM firm policies and philosophies, employment law, and gains understanding of merging firm’s policies and philosophies and compliance with them

• Reviews data transaction materials and identifies similarities and differences in policies and philosophies

• Help identify potential deal breakers with the Deputy Chief Talent Officer Director and work with leadership and applicable COE to find creative solutions to resolve differences, while maintaining the objective of consistency with firm policies and practices

• Leverage appropriate national and regional internal resources during due diligence process

• Works to identify target firm employees who should not transition to RSM for reasons of performance and/or role redundancy

• Assist in the production of the HR due diligence report

• Project manage the multiple work streams in the due diligence process to ensure achievement of deadlines. Create and execute project plans and communicate project status

2. Relationship management & communication

• Builds relationships with internal leadership team, COE teams, and merging firm leadership

• Identify and assist in resolution of conflicts that arise during acquisition or divestiture activities

• Works with the Deputy Chief Talent Officer as a liaison between deal team, internal COEs and the talent organization by ensuring data documentation from merging firm is obtained and available to internal teams for review

• Provides pre-deal and post-deal advice across a number of areas within HR

• Collaborates with COEs and leadership team to provide timely and effective communication to deal team and talent leaders throughout entire process

• Carries best practices and learnings from deal to deal working with differing regional teams

3. Manage the facilitation of talent related M&A activities both in due diligence, transition to implementation, and divestitures

• Responsible for overall project management of all talent related M&A activities including transitioning from due diligence to integration. Create and execute project plans and communicate status.

• Plans work according to approved milestone dates and assists in holding team members accountable to the timely completion of identified milestone activities

• Works across the firm by participating in cross-functional teams, coaching them on HR matters throughout the process

• Takes an active role in M&A meetings and calls

• Coordinates with Deputy Chief Talent Officer and other stakeholders on deliverables and meeting timelines, such as communication plans, announcement dates, offer letter delivery, celebratory and educational events, etc. for the merging firm employees and leadership

• Ensures process standardization and propose automation where possible

• Gains understanding of talent processes (performance management, compensation, payroll, benefits, talent acquisition, Learning & Development, etc.) and the interdependencies that exist with other functions (i.e. IT, finance, accounting, marketing, communications, etc.) throughout the firm

• Assists in the development and continuous improvement of the talent process documentation

4. Other duties as assigned

At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life’s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at

All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.

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At RSM, an employee’s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.