Hybrid Senior M&A Compensation Manager

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About the role

  • Senior M&A Compensation Manager developing total rewards strategy for T-Mobile during mergers. Collaborating cross-functionally to integrate compensation solutions throughout M&A lifecycle.

Responsibilities

  • Develop compensation total rewards strategy for each deal, including harmonization approach, retention/acceleration frameworks, equity treatment, and one-time payouts
  • Lead pre-close diligence on compensation programs (pay philosophy, survey positioning, equity plans, change-in-control clauses, deferred compensation, retention risks)
  • Create decision frameworks and playbooks for treatment of base pay, incentive plans, and equity across deal types
  • Maintain M&A comp standards templates
  • Own executive/leadership comp recommendations for deal approvals and integration committees; present options and tradeoffs to senior HR, Finance and Legal
  • Partner with Integration PMO to set timelines, dependencies, and critical-path items for comp-related deliverables
  • Mentor and advise the operational comp team(s) executing on conversion, payroll, and systems (Workday) tasks

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR Management, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience (required)
  • Master’s/MBA or advanced degree in Business Administration or Human Resources (preferred)
  • 7–10 years of total rewards/compensation experience, including strong grounding in compensation design, market analysis, and program administration
  • 2–4 years of direct M&A integration or transaction experience, with exposure to compensation workstreams across the deal lifecycle
  • 2–4 years of technical expertise in equity programs, change-in-control practices, retention plans, and related regulatory/tax considerations
  • Experience advising senior leadership and influencing cross-functional partners to drive alignment on compensation strategies
  • Ability to create and implement forward-looking compensation strategies to support M&A integration goals and organizational priorities
  • Strong capability to collaborate across legal, tax, finance, HR, and other functions to design and implement compensation solutions for complex transactions
  • Deep understanding of compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements related to compensation and equity plans within M&A contexts
  • Proven ability to navigate and resolve complex compensation challenges, including retention risks, harmonization issues, and deal-driven design considerations
  • Advanced analytical skills to evaluate compensation structures for competitiveness, consistency, and business alignment
  • Skilled in negotiating compensation terms that support talent retention and ensure smooth deal execution
  • Demonstrated strength in inspiring change and managing compensation transitions through fast-paced, high-impact M&A activities
  • Strong project management and business-case development skills, with the ability to organize, prioritize, and implement across multiple workstreams

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • 401(k)
  • Employee stock grants
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid time off
  • Up to 12 paid holidays
  • Paid parental and family leave
  • Family building benefits
  • Back-up care
  • Enhanced family support
  • Childcare subsidy
  • Tuition assistance
  • College coaching
  • Short- and long-term disability
  • Voluntary AD&D coverage
  • Voluntary accident coverage
  • Voluntary life insurance
  • Voluntary disability insurance
  • Voluntary long-term care insurance
  • Mobile service & home internet discounts
  • Pet insurance
  • Access to commuter and transit programs

Job title

Senior M&A Compensation Manager

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

$102,200 - $184,300 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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