Overview
Be part of EY's Reward team as a Manager specialising in HR Transactions.
This role focuses on driving people-focused transformation across the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle—from due diligence to integration and separation.
You will work with senior stakeholders to deliver high-impact HR solutions that align HR strategy with business objectives during mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other complex transactions.
This is a hybrid position based in Warrang – Sydney or Naarm - Melbourne with potential flexible hours.
Responsibilities
Lead and advise HR transactions workstreams to deliver high-impact solutions that align HR strategy with business objectives during complex M&A/transactions.
Work across all phases such as diligence, integration, and transformation.
Design and implement operating models and organisational structures for new businesses going through transactions and transformations.
Manage change impact assessments, consultation processes, and cultural alignment initiatives.
Drive project delivery and team collaboration, working cross-functionally to execute initiatives, manage teams, and coach team members for growth and development.
Innovate through AI integration, bringing fresh ideas and embedding intelligent solutions into your HR Transaction practice.
Skills and Attributes for Success
Extensive HR experience in consulting or corporate environments, with strong foundations in HR operations, organisational design, and/or change management—ideally within transaction or transformation contexts.
Proven leadership and project management skills, with the ability to navigate complex initiatives, manage competing priorities, and engage effectively with stakeholders.
Valuable exposure to private equity and/or large-scale corporate transactions, enhancing strategic insight and adaptability in highly complex environments.
What We Offer You
Career development: EY supports your career development with future-focused skills and world-class experiences.
Flexible work arrangements: Policies that empower balance between professional and personal life.
Benefits package: Wellness incentives, flex leave, and gender-neutral parental leave to support diverse needs.
Salary: Competitive and open to negotiation based on skills and experience.
Acknowledgement and Diversity
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Diversity, equity, and inclusiveness are core to who we are, how we work, and how we live our values.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
For adjustments or questions during the recruitment process, contact recruitment at ey.com or (option 2).
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