Mergers
& Acquisition
& Integration HR support & Advice
We specialise in providing HR support for the Mergers & Acquisitions process across various stages, from initial due diligence through to full integration. We will guide you from the initial expression of interest, through due diligence, identification of risks and mitigation actions, to successful integration. With a proven track record of numerous successful deals and integrations, our detailed examination provides a comprehensive understanding of the HR landscape. We offer full support for a smooth transition and can assist with any stage of the process.
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If you require HR support for Mergers and Acquisitions, including integration from the initial expression of interest stage through HR due diligence to the completion of the deal, we offer assistance in the following areas:
Detailed HR support for the Mergers & Acquisitions & Integration process:
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Assistance during the initial expression of interest and HR due diligence stage;
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Status update flag reporting of each element of the due diligence with detailed mitigation strategies on the following areas:
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Employee retention, cultural & commercial alignment and integration considerations;
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Compensation structure considerations and comparisons;
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HR legal compliance employment terms and policy review, employment contract and enforceability;
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Due diligence questions and answer session with target company;
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Retention mitigation strategies of key employees and drafting retention agreements;
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HR Integration planning with risk mitigation;
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Comparative analysis (side by side) of employee terms and benefits with integration considerations and recommendations for future alignment;
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Co-ordinating with the legal teams due diligence and contributing to the Sale and Purchase Agreement;
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Overseeing Day 1 communications through to day 90;
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Offering interim/ fractional HR support for the acquired company;
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Leading the HR integration project and establishing the various workstreams;
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Conducting a cultural audit to ensure alignment;
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Implementing HR policy/systems changes;
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Follow through of risk mitigation identified as part of the due diligence process;
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HR System integration and controls;
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Assisting with any consultations to implement changes to terms and conditions or TUPE transfer consultation.