Senior Director, M&A

Role Overview

• Define and lead the enterprise-wide People M&A program, ensuring consistency, visibility, and alignment across all transactions throughout the deal lifecycle—from due diligence to integration
• Establish governance frameworks, operating standards, and execution discipline across People workstreams, enabling timely, well-informed decision-making at the executive level
• Lead People-related diligence strategy and synthesize insights into executive summaries that inform deal structure, valuation, and integration planning
• Design and operationalize scalable HR integration models across Talent, Total Rewards, HR Operations, Employee Relations, and Communications, ensuring clear ownership and decision rights
• Serve as the strategic integrator across People@Nasdaq, Corporate Development, Legal, Finance, Communications, and business leadership to align priorities and manage interdependencies
• Drive Day 1 readiness and change orchestration, partnering with Communications to shape messaging strategy and ensure seamless transitions from deal execution to steady-state operations

Requirements

• Extensive leadership experience in HR transformation, M&A integration, management consulting, or enterprise program leadership in global, complex environments
• Demonstrated success leading high-stakes initiatives with significant executive visibility and measurable business impact
• Strong executive presence with the ability to serve as a senior advisor and influence stakeholders across functions and geographies
• Exceptional strategic judgment and ability to connect People considerations to deal outcomes, valuation, and business strategy
• Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to distill complexity into clear executive narratives and drive timely decisions
• Proven ability to establish governance models, operating cadences, and execution frameworks in ambiguous, fast-paced environments
• Experience in capital markets, fintech, or highly regulated industries undergoing transformation (preferred)
• Familiarity with corporate development processes and cross-border M&A execution (preferred)

Benefits

• 401(k) program with 6% employer match
• Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount
• Student loan repayment program up to $10k
• Company paid life and disability plans
• Generous paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage
• Health spending account with employer contribution
• Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing
• Gym membership discounts
• Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions)
• Paid parental leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid bereavement leave
• Company gift matching program
• Employee resource groups
• Paid volunteer days
• Education Assistance Program
• Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities