HR M&A Director - Americas Region (Remote)
Company: Cognizant Technology Solutions
Location: Teaneck
Posted on: May 21, 2023
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Job Description:
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Role Title
HR M&A Director (Americas Region)
Role Level
Director
Business Unit
Human Resources
Reporting To
AVP, HR M&A
Location
Within Region
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Cognizant
Cognizant (NASDAQ-100: CTSH) is one of the world's leading
professional services companies, transforming clients' business,
operating and technology models for the digital era. We specialize
in helping some of the world's most established companies by
advancing every aspect of how they serve their customers:
digitizing their products, services and customer experiences;
automating their business processes; and modernizing their
technology infrastructures.
Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant ranked 185 on the Fortune 500
in 2021, with a truly global footprint and over 300,000 employees
worldwide.
A core part of our strategic growth plans is a strong focus on
expanding and strengthening our product offerings through targeted
inorganic growth. This is a unique opportunity to join an
expanding, specialist global team, with a focus on
acquisition-related employee integrations.
Position Summary
The HR M&A Director is accountable for managing the full deal
lifecycle from pre-LOI to integration. They will engage with
specialists on the due diligence and integration teams, HR centers
of expertise (COEs) and other partners, both within HR and outside
of HR, to execute on the deal strategy. They will have
accountability for stakeholder management and the overall employee
experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead end to end deal activities for HR globally and in the Americas
region.
Develop HR and People deal strategy and integration approach and
oversee implementation, considering the deal commercial and
operational objectives. Solicit input and gain buy-in from
stakeholders to ensure consistent and smooth execution.
Engage HR deal teams and resources regionally and globally,
overseeing key activities and providing hands-on support.
Coordinate involvement by HR partners, COEs and external consulting
expertise at various deal milestones.
Ensure each deal is managed in accordance with HR governance and
operating model.
Develop and maintain strong relationships and client focus for
internal partners and external stakeholders.
Facilitate knowledge sharing across the due diligence and
integration teams.
Serve as a primary point of contact for HR and point of escalation
for deal HR matters.
Gather feedback, identify areas for improvement, and participate in
action planning.
Knowledge and Skills
Experience leading multiple, complex regional and global deals from
pre-LOI through post-integration. Demonstrated ability to
multi-task, manage prioritization and lead multiple projects
simultaneously.
Experience working in a large, global and matrixed, fast-paced
environment.
Exceptional experience with complex problem solving.
Strong collaboration skills to work with HR functional leaders,
compensation and benefits teams, corporate development and
executive teams.
Executive presence and the ability to conduct virtual and in-person
meetings and influence outcomes.
Knowledge of US laws related to HR, employment, benefits and
compensation. Understanding of employment environment and
significant laws in other regions and countries.
Strong communication and relationship building skills. Successful
team player who builds and maintains solid relationships with
internal teams, helping further a collaborative work
environment.
Ability to work with target companies, internal teams and different
business units for integration planning and implementation.
Detail-oriented with proven ability to multi-task, manage time with
competing priorities and aggressive timelines to achieve goals and
close issues.
Employee Status : Full Time EmployeeShift : Day JobTravel : NoJob
Posting : Dec 09 2022About CognizantCognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) is
one of the world's leading professional services companies,
transforming clients' business, operating and technology models for
the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach
helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient
businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant is ranked 185 on
the Fortune 500 and is consistently listed among the most admired
companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with
digital at www.cognizant.com or follow us
@USJobsCognizant.Applicants may be required to attend interviews in
person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be
required to present their current state or government issued ID
during each interview.Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race,
color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran
status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you
have a disability that requires a reasonable accommodation to
search for a job opening or submit an application, please email
CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact
information.
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