Manager People Transactions

About EY At EY, we shape your future with confidence. We help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help build a better working world. The Opportunity A chance to join our thriving Reward team. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Manager to specialise in HR Transactions. This role is ideal for someone passionate about driving people‑focused transformation across the mergers and acquisitions lifecycle from due diligence to integration and separation. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver high‑impact solutions that align HR strategy with business objectives during mergers, acquisitions, divestitures and other complex transactions. This is a hybrid position based in Warrang Sydney or Naarm – Melbourne. Our roles can potentially be adjusted to work flexibly with reduced hours. Please speak with us about potential options. Your Key Responsibilities Lead and advise HR transactions workstreams to deliver high‑impact solutions that align HR strategy with business objectives during complex M&A/transactions. Work across all phases such as diligence, integration, and transformation. Design and implement operating models and organisational structures for new businesses going through transactions and transformations. Manage change impact assessments, consultation processes, and cultural alignment initiatives. Drive project delivery and team collaboration, working cross‑functionally to execute initiatives, manage teams, and coach team members for growth and development. Innovate through AI integration, bringing fresh ideas and embedding intelligent solutions into your HR Transaction practice. Skills and Attributes for Success Extensive HR experience in consulting or corporate environments with a strong foundation in HR operations, organisational design, and/or change management ideally within transaction or transformation contexts. Proven leadership and project management skills with the ability to navigate complex initiatives, manage competing priorities and engage effectively with stakeholders. Valuable exposure to private equity and/or large‑scale corporate transactions enhances strategic insight and adaptability in highly complex environments. What We Offer You Career development: Your career is yours to shape We develop your future‑focused skills and equip you with world‑class experiences. Work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. Comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year and family‑friendly policies, including 26 weeks of gender‑neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally. Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Acknowledgement of Country EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures and to their Elders past, present and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation. Equity and inclusiveness (DE&I) are core to who we are, how we work, and how we live our values. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier‑free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application we welcome you to get in touch at (contact) (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. EY Building a Better Working World Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third‑party provider. Apply Today Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. #J-18808-Ljbffr