M&A Compensation Manager

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Job Overview
Want to help power the next big moves at the Un-carrier Join T-Mobile as an M&A Compensation Manager a high-impact role at the center of how we grow integrate new talent and deliver on our bold vision for the future. At T-Mobile we dont just embrace change we lead it. As the M&A Compensation Manager youll turn strategy into action by delivering compensation plans with precision and ensuring every integration runs seamlessly from start to finish. Youll connect people systems and data across teams to keep every moving part in sync while translating complex plans into clear scalable solutions that make growth happen. This role is built for someone who thrives on problem-solving collaboration and getting the details right. Youll work across HR Compensation and business teams to bring compensation strategy to life through each acquisition making sure every transition reflects T-Mobiles bold inclusive culture and commitment to excellence. If youre energized by fast-paced growth love seeing your work come to life and want to make an impact where people and performance meet your time is now. Join a fearless forward-moving team thats shaping whats next at T-Mobile. Equally important this role connects the right people and ensures all moving parts stay in sync. The role doesnt require expertise in every domain but calls for curiosity and eagerness to learn across M&A compensation and the broader HR landscape. Success depends on strong collaboration built on trust constant communication and a shared understanding of how the work connects.

** This is a hybrid role (3 days/week in the office) and can be based in Bellevue WA; Overland Park KS; or Frisco TX **

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day compensation integration tasks: population uploads base pay conversions job architecture mapping and related system updates.
• Build and maintain integration trackers playbooks and test scripts; own cutover readiness for compensation-related activities.
• Implement retention and transition payments coordinate with Payroll and Tax and ensure accurate treatment.
• Partner with enterprise compensation team on market and pricing analyses to support recommended pay adjustments during integration and socialize findings and treatments to drive successful execution.
• Produce integration reporting and audits; resolve post-close compensation exceptions and employee inquiries.
• Partner closely with HRIS/Workday teams and vendors to complete data loads validate results and ensure data integrity.
• Implement and operationalize M&A compensation plans including data intake and mapping job matching compensation conversions onboarding of pay and incentive programs into core systems implementation of retention payments and transactional support during the integration window.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Business Human Resource Management Accounting or Finance; Masters/Advanced Degree (Preferred)
• 4-7 years experience in compensation or total rewards experience with hands-on HRIS (Workday preferred) or compensation system execution.
• Strong Excel and data handling skills with experience managing large headcount conversions.
• Experience running merit and bonus cycles; familiarity with equity instruments and payroll tax basics.
• Excellent project tracking test/cutover execution and audit-quality attention to detail.
• Prior M&A operational experience familiarity with payroll systems and exposure to global compensation treatments preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring timely completion and effective execution of M&A compensation plans. (Required)
• Strong analytical skills to handle data intake mapping and compensation conversions efficiently. (Required)
• Capability to collaborate across different departments and teams to ensure smooth integration and execution of compensation strategies. (Required)
• Excellent communication skills to maintain constant interaction with partners and team members ensuring clarity and alignment of objectives. (Required)
• Ability to think strategically to align M&A compensation plans with broader organizational goals and ensure their effective implementation. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications:

• Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) preferred
• Certified Employee Benefits Specialist (CEBS) preferred
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) preferred
• WorldatWork CCP certification or equivalent professional designation preferred

• At least 18 years of age
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Travel:
Travel Required (Yes/No): No

DOT Regulated:
DOT Regulated Position (Yes/No): No
Safety Sensitive Position (Yes/No): No

Base Pay Range: $81900 - $147800

Corporate Bonus Target: 15%

The pay range above is the general base pay range for a successful candidate in the role. The successful candidates actual pay will be based on various factors such as work location qualifications and experience so the actual starting pay will vary within this range.

At T-Mobile employees in regular non-temporary roles are eligible for an annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus based on their role. Most Corporate employees are eligible for a year-end bonus based on company and/or individual performance and which is set at a percentage of the employees eligible earnings in the prior year. Certain positions in Customer Care are eligible for monthly bonuses based on individual and/or team performance. To find the pay range for this role based on hiring location T-Mobile our benefits exemplify the spirit of One Team Together! A big part of how we care for one another is working to ensure our benefits evolve to meet the needs of our team members. Full and part-time employees have access to the same benefits when eligible. We cover all of the bases offering medical dental and vision insurance a flexible spending account 401(k) employee stock grants employee stock purchase plan paid time off and up to 12 paid holidays - which total about 4 weeks for new full-time employees and about 2.5 weeks for new part-time employees annually - paid parental and family leave family building benefits back-up care enhanced family support childcare subsidy tuition assistance college coaching short- and long-term disability voluntary AD&D coverage voluntary accident coverage voluntary life insurance voluntary disability insurance and voluntary long-term care insurance. We dont stop there - eligible employees can also receive mobile service & home internet discounts pet insurance and access to commuter and transit programs! To learn about T-Mobiles amazing benefits check out.

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