HR Business Partner M&A Integrations - 18 month FTC

SW Group

  • London
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 16 days ago
  • Apply easily
Company DescriptionAt S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK’s top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881—helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose—to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.Job DescriptionWhat will you be doing?We’re seeking a HR professional with experience of working on integration projects and M&A activity to join our HR Team in London on an initial 18 month fixed term contract. Focusing on Mergers and Acquisition you will support the effective implementation M&A initiatives, including medium to large acquisitions and business transformation projects, aiding in the smooth transition of employees and minimising ER impacts.If you are a strong stakeholder manager who has experience of integrations, TUPE, Redundancies and has strong employment law experience, please apply for more information.As HR Business Partner, your responsibilities will include among others
  • Working collaboratively and commercially with the ability to influence the development and delivery of the people strategy from an M&A perspective.
  • Able to manage relationships and expectations effectively with the ability to pivot and find flexible solutions.
  • To support the effective implementation of change management initiatives, including medium to large acquisitions and business transformation projects, minimising ER impacts
  • Ability to apply the company's approach to compensation; manages the compensation review and benchmarking activities for their business area
  • Able to create and contribute to policy and process development and integrate appropriate processes into newly acquired offices
  • Designing and delivering Management Information, interpret results to identify trends. Able to present and interpret data to senior management.
  • Working on complex change projects with the ability to find solutions and plan for a positive outcome.
QualificationsTo be successful in this role, you should have
  • In depth knowledge of UK employment law and experience in resolving complex people related issues
  • Experience of working on integration projects and M&A activity from within multi-site environment.
  • Strong commercial and business acumen in order to assess risk and opportunities for the organisation
  • Ability to work at pace and deliver against established personal and team targets.
  • Resilient, approachable and confident
  • Has gravitas and is able to build credibility easily
  • Highly articulate with excellent written and verbal skills
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong influencing skills and is able to adapt style to different audiences
Professional Qualifications and Education
  • CIPD Qualified
Additional InformationAs a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include
  • Competitive salary
  • Private medical insurance
  • Life assurance
  • Pension contribution
  • Hybrid working model (role dependent)
  • Generous holiday package
  • Option to purchase additional holiday
  • Shared parental leave
  • Fully funded training towards professional qualifications
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Season ticket loan
  • Eye care support
We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we’re delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.

SW Group