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About the Role

The People M&A Leader will oversee and lead the People functions Merger & Acquisition + Emerging Market team, acting as a strategic partner to shape M&A and divestiture strategies through a people and culture lens. This role ensures workforce insights influence deal decisions, drives value realization beyond financials, and safeguards business continuity, culture, leadership, and talent outcomes throughout the full deal lifecycle.

Responsibilities

Influence transaction strategy, including deal structure discussions and early people-related due diligence findings.
Advise on leadership operating models post-close and assess talent flight risk, leader disengagement, and union or regulatory pressure.
Translate workforce implications into clear business trade-offs.
Define and execute the overall strategy, approach, and standards for HR M&A activities.
Lead end-to-end HR strategy and execution for all M&A transactions, from feasibility assessments to post-close integration.
Define strategies for establishing operations in emerging markets and facilitate their integration into the global HR framework.
Oversee a flexible team of M&A specialists, scaling capacity based on deal priorities and timelines.
Set performance expectations, track KPIs, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Ensure high-quality, on-time delivery of services and operational execution of all programs.
Redeploy resources to high-priority HR initiatives when not engaged in active transactions.
Ensure adequate HR resourcing pre- and post-transition, including country-specific expertise.
Drive regional program management and oversee execution of other regions.
Partner with COEs to ensure detailed project plans for all HR workstreams are integrated into the broader enterprise plan.
Manage M&A risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies from an HR lens.
Partner with business, Corp Dev, Finance, Legal, and TPT CoEs to factor people-related risks and costs into deal negotiations and valuations.
Serve as the primary escalation point for HR-related issues during transaction execution.
Represent the people function at the enterprise M&A working group.
Ensure M&A decisions reflect employee needs and protect the employer brand.
Manage the transition of new markets to the global Operating Model.
Manage delivery of services to Emerging Markets until stabilized, ensuring global standards tailored to market needs.

Requirements

A significant number of years of proven experience in HR Leadership roles managing large-scale M&A, divestitures, & integration transactions.
Strong understanding of end-to-end HR practices, including compensation, benefits, talent management, and HR data & technology.
Familiarity with legal, financial, and operation aspects of M&A from a people perspective.
Track record of successfully leading cross-functional, multi-geography integration teams.

Skills

Leadership Skills: Ability to inspire, empower, motivate, and guide a diverse team.
Agility: Ability to see the big picture while navigating complex, fast-changing deal environments.
Project Management Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines.
Detail Oriented & Organized: Highly organized and detail-oriented.
Collaboration: Influential collaborator and relationship builder.
Cultural Awareness: Ability to bridge cultures, engage leaders, and create a unified employee experience.
Navigating Complexity: Utilizes high discretion, professionalism, and has a strong ethical compass.
Commercial HR Acumen: Understands deal economics and translates people dynamics into business impact.

Location

United States - Dallas Infomart Office
Canada - Toronto Office

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

Senior Director
Senior

Salary/Compensations

United States - Dallas Infomart Office DAI : 200,000 - 300,000 USD / Annual
Canada - Toronto Office TRO : 202,000 - 302,000 CAD / Annual

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program
US Benefits: Insurance (health, life, disability, voluntary plans), Retirement plan contributions, Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays.
Canada Core Benefits: Insurance (healthcare, life, disability, optional plans), Retirement or savings plans (DCPP, RRSP, TSFA), Vacation and Paid Holidays.

About the Company

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.
A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact.
You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward.
You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Equal Opportunity

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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Equinix participates in E-Verify.
Accessibility and Accommodations: Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability.