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Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.
The Role
Location: US
This role is part of the HR Business Development (HRBD) function and is responsible for leading and coordinating the HR workstream in complex business transactions such as acquisitions, divestitures, and service outsourcing, in countries around the globe. The specialist acts as a strategic advisor to business leaders and ensures seamless execution of people-related solutions across global teams and HR functions.
Acting as a strategic HR advisor to multiple functional stakeholders (Corporate Development, Commercial business team, Legal, Finance) this role helps to shape deal strategy from an HR perspective. Influencing decision-making by defining people impacts and solutions to mitigation barriers or challenges, the individual provides input to business cases, risk assessments, deal valuation, contractual needs, integration planning.
As a 'working leader', the individual will manage a team of HRBD professionals to ensure that together the responsibilities are met.
Key responsibilities

• Lead the orchestration of HR deliverables across multiple HR disciplines (Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, ELR, HR Services, Workday) throughout the deal cycle (LOI, Due Diligence, Integration Planning, Contracting, and Integration) in collaboration with the HR Business Partner(s).
• Conduct Due Diligence and/or translate client requirements to confirm integration approach and impact for executable HR solutions aligned with Kyndryl's model.
• Ensure HR readiness for client transitions, including co-determination, onboarding, and compliance.
• Identify and manage people-related risks, ensure compliance with local laws, and support cultural and operational transitions (i.e.: Acquired Rights, benefit plan compliance, etc.)
• Create solutions to address challenges and gaps to ensure a successful integration both in the short term and long term.
• Alignment of timelines, clarity of process & communication across stakeholders.
• Evaluate key personnel and retention needs.
• Oversee the employee communication plan to shape the experience for employees becoming Kyndryls as part of a transaction.
• Support leadership alignment and organizational change management to accelerate integration and productivity.
• Continued improvement - continuously evolve the operating model considering stakeholder feedback and deal outcomes. Ultimately updating and reimagining a formal HR M&A playbook.

Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won't find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.
Who You Are
Required Skills & Competencies

• Minimum of 10+ years in HR roles with exposure to all HR core processes such as benefits, compensation, payroll, employee relations
• Growth mindset and change agent
• Manage multiple complex high profile projects simultaneously on tight timelines
• Executive presence - excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Including the ability to make the complex simple with clear options and recommendations
• Business acumen, understanding how the business operates and how HR considerations impact deal dynamics and ultimate business performance
• Strong understanding of HR operating models and global employment practices, with depth of experience working with multiple countries
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional and global teams
• Employee experience focused
• Organized and detail oriented
• Experience with Workday, HR analytics, and project management tools
• Proven experience as a seasoned subject matter expert in HRBD work including performing due diligence, prioritizing quantifiable items for valuation and contracting purposes, and proposing solutions to address gaps for an effective integration
• Experience in total rewards programs, including country benefit plan differences, TUPE impacts

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
• Experience leading M&A at a global public company

Compensation
The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $156,360 to $296,880 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.
There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:
California (San Francisco Bay Area): $187,560 to $356,280
California (All Other): $171,960 to $326,520
Colorado: $156,360 to $296,880
Massachusetts: $156,360 to $326,520
New York City: $187,560 to $356,280
Washington: $171,960 to $326,520
Washington DC: $171,960 to $326,520
This position will be eligible for Kyndryl's discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl's applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off. Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.
Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Being You
Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it's how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we're not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That's the Kyndryl Way.
What You Can Expect
With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.
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