People M&A Project Lead
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Description
Apple is hiring a People M&A Project Lead for our People M&A Team. This team is responsible for all People elements of Apple's mergers and acquisitions, globally. This position is based onsite in Cupertino, CA.","responsibilities":"Manage the overall People project plan, guide the due diligence and analysis (particularly the talent evaluation with the acquiring organization), drives the People work streams for integration planning and execution.
Provide a white glove experience to talent throughout the process.
Partner with cross-functional specialists and leaders throughout the deal, from initiation to integration, with a particular attention to colleagues in the People function.
Ensure that Apple delivers an unmatched experience for the new employees (and their families if relocating), including providing insight into life at Apple, clarity around the process and enthusiasm for what's ahead.
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Partner with the Business (deal sponsor), Corporate Development, Integration and People team on mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions as it relates to diligence, execution, integration planning, and onboarding.
Project management of the compensation and offer process in partnership with Apple's Compensation partners and other key People partners.
In certain domestic and international deals, along with People specialists from Talent Mobility, delivers a customized relocation evaluation experience, helping employees and families get to know Apple and the area and enabling them to commit to the relocation with confidence.
Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations or similar area of study is preferred.
Proven organizational skills and change management skills.
Confident and composed with senior executives both at Apple and at target companies.
Ability to remain composed given aggressive timelines and a high volume of activities throughout deal process.
Ability to balance objective and subjective. Acquisitions can be difficult, especially for the target's team. They must be assured that they and their colleagues will be well-cared for, that concerns will be heard and that issues can be resolved collaboratively. Must combine clear business sense (especially as it relates to costs and compensation) with compassion.
Ability to combine strategic thinking, strong operational execution with solid attention to detail.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of 7 years of People/Human Resources/Finance/Accounting/Business experience interacting with all levels including senior management.
Experience in M&A with a company that generates annual sales exceeding $1 billion, or experience at a consulting firm leading M&A activities on behalf of clients.
Strong project management skills and use of project management methodology, along with the ability to influence people and lead change.
Exposure and knowledge of the due diligence processes and procedures used within the context of mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and/or joint ventures, including applicable laws and regulations that can affect M&A decisions.
Experience leading and working on complex cross-functional projects with multiple partners, including experience working internationally.
Excellent presentation skills. Must be able to craft and deliver with ease compelling and informative presentations, to audiences large and small.
Ease in analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
High customer attention and awareness that constantly seeks creative solutions with the highest standards of integrity to produce a set of positive experiences for the acquired employees.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Sociology, Finance, Accounting, Economics or other business-related field.
Willingness to travel (including internationally) up to 40% of the time and often on extremely short notice.
Willingness and flexibility to work within varying time zones, nights, weekends and off hours.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,300 and $263,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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