Associated Director, HR Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist

Kyndryl • Research Triangle Park, NC

1d • $120,360 - $228,840

About The Position

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 At Kyndryl, we’re shaping the future of business by helping organizations transform and grow. As an HR Mergers & Acquisitions Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of our transformation—guiding people strategies through complex transactions like acquisitions, divestitures, and outsourcing. This isn’t just an HR role; it’s a chance to influence big decisions, partner with senior leaders, and make a real impact on how our businesses evolve globally. This role will give you exposure to senior leadership, global projects, and strategic decision-making. You’ll develop expertise in HR for mergers and acquisitions, and open doors to future leadership roles in HR strategy, business development, or global operations. 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. 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.

Requirements

• Deep HR knowledge: You understand HR operating models and global employment practices inside and out.
• Leadership across borders: You’ve successfully led cross-functional teams and collaborated across geographies.
• Influence and communication: You’re skilled at building relationships, managing stakeholders, and influencing decisions at all levels.
• Tech-savvy HR professional: You have experience with Workday, HR analytics, and project management tools.
• Project leadership: You can keep complex initiatives on track and deliver results under tight timelines.

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of HR experience, with exposure to core processes like compensation, payroll, or employee relations.
• Change management or M&A certification (e.g., Wharton M&A program) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Be a strategic advisor: Work closely with Corporate Development, Legal, and Finance teams to shape deal strategies from an HR perspective. You’ll help define business cases, assess risks, and ensure people considerations are front and center.
• Lead HR integration efforts: Orchestrate deliverables across Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, Employee Relations, and more—making sure everything runs smoothly and on time.
• Drive cultural integration: Collaborate with regional HR leads to ensure compliance with local laws and cultural norms, while supporting leadership alignment and organizational change.
• Partner with deal teams: Act as the HR lead in client-facing opportunities, translating client needs into actionable HR solutions that align with Kyndryl’s delivery model.
• Manage divestitures and exits: Oversee HR planning for employee transfers and ensure compliance, continuity, and a positive employee experience.
• Innovate and improve: Maintain and evolve our HRBD toolkit, capture lessons learned, and help build a best-in-class HR M&A playbook.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees