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
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