Human Capital M&A Manager

About the role

Marsh People & Investments' M&A Advisory team is looking for a Human Capital M&A Manager to join its London-based team. The role supports corporate and private equity clients on mergers, acquisitions, carve-outs, restructurings and joint ventures, covering human capital due diligence, Day 1 readiness, integration and long-term value creation. It is a hybrid position with at least three days a week in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Support M&A advisory assignments across the transaction lifecycle, including human capital due diligence, Day 1 readiness, business continuity planning, integration and value creation
• Analyse organisational, talent, compensation and benefits, culture and HR operating model issues arising from transactions
• Identify key people risks and value levers linked to the deal thesis and contribute to client deliverables, presentations and reports
• Coordinate workstreams with Principal consultants and client teams, track milestones and help design integration plans, retention strategies, communications and change activities
• Gather and interpret data, support proposals and pitch materials, and share knowledge internally
• Build client relationships, support business development, mentor junior colleagues and use AI tools to improve efficiency

Required profile

• Significant experience in consulting, HR advisory, transaction services, organisational change or a related people-focused advisory role
• Strong interest and experience in M&A, integration, carve-outs, transformation or large-scale change
• Ability to analyse information quickly, communicate confidently with clients and senior stakeholders, and work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Professional services or client-facing experience is a plus

Required skills

• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and data analysis
• Understanding of organisation design, talent retention, compensation and benefits, culture, change management and HR operating models