HCM Consultant with M&A Transition

We are HCLTech, one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world and home to 219,000+ people across 54 countries, supercharging progress through industry-leading capabilities centered around Digital, Engineering and Cloud.

The driving force behind that work, our people, are diverse, creative, and passionate, raising the bar for excellence on a regular basis. We, in turn, work hard to bring out the best in them as we strive to help them find their spark and become the best version of themselves that they can be.

Are you ready to be an important part of this ever-transformational journey?

At HCLTech Australia, we value the unique perspective and contributions of all individual and we actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply for this role.

Job Role Overview:

We are seeking an experienced HCM Consultant with expertise in mergers and acquisitions  to support the integration and transformation of human capital strategies during organizational transitions. The consultant will play a critical role in assessing workforce impacts, aligning HR policies and optimizing HCM systems. We are looking for who can demonstrate hands-on HR systems data migration experience in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) contexts, including Day-1/MVP scoping.

Bring strong workshop facilitation experience and structured communication

Location: Sydney

Key Responsibilities (Project based dependency on in scope activities):

M&A Due Diligence

• Conduct HR due diligence, including workforce analysis, compensation structures, benefits, and compliance risks
• Identify potential HR-related liabilities and risks associated with the transaction

Integration Planning & Execution

• Develop and execute HCM integration strategies aligned with business objectives
• Harmonize HR policies, procedures, and employee contracts across merging entities
• Support organizational design, workforce planning, and restructuring activities

Change Management & Communication

• Design and implement change management strategies to support employees during transition
• Partner with leadership to ensure transparent communication and employee engagement
• Facilitate cultural integration and alignment of organizational values

HCM Systems & Technology

• Assess existing HRIS/HCM platforms and recommend system integration or migration strategies
• Support data migration, system configuration, and process standardization
• Ensure compliance with data privacy and labor regulations

Talent & Workforce Strategy

• Advise on retention strategies for key talent during and after the merger
• Support leadership assessment, succession planning, and workforce optimization
• Provide insights on compensation harmonization and benefits alignment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, HRCI, or SAP/Oracle HCM certifications are a plus
• 10+ years of experience in **HR consulting, HCM systems, or M&A advisory
• Proven track record in HR due diligence, workforce integration, and change management
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, compliance, and HR best practices
• Experience with leading HCM platforms (SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM Cloud, Workday, etc.)
• Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving

• Strong project management and organizational skills

• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion

• Cross-cultural awareness and adaptability

• Collaborative and consultative approach

Why Us

We are one of the fastest-growing large tech companies in the world, with offices in 50+ countries across the globe and 219,000 employees.

• Our company is extremely diverse with 165 nationalities represented.
• We offer the opportunity to work with colleagues across the globe.
• We offer a virtual-first work environment, promoting a good work-life integration and real flexibility.
• We offer comprehensive benefits for all employees.
• We are a certified great place to work and a top employer in 17 countries, offering a positive work environment that values employee recognition and respect.

Equality & Opportunity for All

Representing 165 nationalities across the globe, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law.

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