Principal Human Resources Business Partner - M&A

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Principal Human Resources Business Partner (M&A) will have responsibility as the Human Resources Subject Matter Expert and lead coordinator for MPC’s HR merger & acquisition activities. The Principal HR Business Partner (M&A) serves as the primary contact for enterprise-wide transactional activity, partnering with the Business Development team from early-stage deal thesis through post-merger integration. This role conducts rigorous human resources due diligence to identify workforce risks and labor liabilities.

Acting as the single point of contact to HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), will orchestrate the design and deployment of critical talent retention, total rewards alignment, and organizational structures. The role will support in protecting deal value, mitigating operational disruption, and harmonizing cultures to ensure long-term transaction success.

This role requires an experienced, business-minded HR professional who builds strong relationships while bringing sound judgment, independent perspective, and the ability to influence people and business decisions. The Principal HRBP (M&A) will be expected to develop and maintain an effective level of business literacy and build strong partnerships across the organization. This role supports a dynamic, evolving organization with employees across corporate offices, field locations, and remote work environments across multiple time zones.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Covers the entire deal lifecycle, including HR due diligence, integration strategy, organizational design, cultural harmonization considerations, and cross-functional HR alignment.

Leads HR merger and acquisition activities, sets priorities, oversees execution, and ensures high-quality, timely deliverables.

Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all M&A activities, target company data, employee information, and sensitive business discussions throughout the deal lifecycle.

Single point of contact between the deal team, HR Business partners and COEs—collaborating with Total Rewards, HR Data, Labor Relations, Legal on transitional service agreements (TSAs).Scaling the organization’s capability by developing governance, standard processes, frameworks, and playbooks for M&A activity to ensure repeatable, agile, and streamlined execution.

Implement HR strategies related to M&A activity aligned with business needs through influence and change management.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with HR peers and leaders at all levels to drive business results, anticipate talent and organizational needs.

Interpretation and administration of human resources policies and programs involving employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, talent processes, and other people-related matters. Provide guidance and solutions that are practical, consistent, and aligned with business needs and enterprise HR priorities.

Serves as the escalation resource and advisor on complex HR issues related to M&A activity balancing business needs, employee considerations, risks, compliance, and resources.

Develop, lead, and/or assist with special projects, enterprise HR initiatives, and process improvements as assigned. Assimilate information, assess business impact, and recommend action based on findings, available funding, and organizational priorities.

Promote and fosters inclusion and opportunity (I&O) in the workplace to support a high performing culture.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Human Resources, Labor & Industrial Relations, or related field…