Job Overview – HR Manager (Temporary):
Take on a key temporary HR leadership role with our client as an HR Manager in Detroit, MI. This in-office position supports the HR M&A team by providing planning, execution, and integration support across all phases of the deal lifecycle. You will oversee due diligence, compensation and benefits analysis, HR operations, onboarding, talent management, and cultural integration to ensure a seamless transition for employees.
Compensation: $52 – $62/hour
Location: Detroit, MI
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Responsibilities as the HR Manager:
- M&A Due Diligence & Planning: Support HR M&A leadership by reviewing and summarizing data, tracking diligence findings, and identifying potential risks.
- Deal Execution & Risk Mitigation: Participate in deal calls, aggregate and summarize HR-related issues, and develop integration plans to ensure smooth transitions.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Partner with internal HR teams and external seller HR representatives to facilitate job mapping, onboarding, and employee transitions.
- HR Integration & Onboarding: Ensure accurate employee data transfers into HRIS systems, address post-close employee concerns, and oversee transition communications.
- Process Improvement & Documentation: Maintain M&A tools, templates, and training materials while tracking lessons learned and recommending best practices.
- Project Management & Reporting: Develop HR Charters, maintain project timelines, and track key milestones for successful employee integration.
Qualifications for the HR Manager:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- Experience: Minimum of 8 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in an HR Business Partner or Generalist role (M&A HR experience preferred).
- Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with SharePoint experience preferred.
- Skills & Attributes: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, maintain professionalism, and uphold confidentiality in compliance with HR best practices.
- Onboarding & Integration Experience: Experience onboarding large cohorts of employees during M&A transactions is preferred.
Application Notice: Qualified candidates will be contacted within 2 business days of application. If an applicant does not meet the above criteria, Atlantic Group will keep your resume on file for future opportunities and may contact you for further discussion.