People Integrations Manager

Interpath is an international and fast-growing advisory business with deep expertise in a broad range of specialisms spanning deals, advisory and restructuring capabilities.  We deliver tangible results for global businesses, their investors, and stakeholders when complex problems arise, and critical decisions need to be made. Interpath is agile, independent, and conflict-free, and our passion for doing what's right, every time, sets us apart.

Our diverse teams provide specialist technical knowledge combined with deep sector experience across our service line specialisms. Since our foundation in 2021, Interpath has grown rapidly, and we now have a presence across the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Austria, Spain, BVI, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Barbados, and Hong Kong. By 2030 we aim to be one of the world's leading advisory firms with a truly global footprint.

As we continue to grow, we have an excellent opportunity for a skilled and adaptable People Integration Managerto join our innovative People team as we continue to grow into new markets and implement transformational process improvements.

Reporting to the People Operations Transformation Lead (POTL), you will represent the People Team on Interpath's newly formed Integration team, led by our Chief Delivery & Integration Officer.  The role of the team is to lead on and execute all activities relating to integration of mergers & acquisitions (M&A), team lifts or organic growth of Interpath in new markets.  The team includes representatives from IT, Finance and our Legal & Compliance functions also along with a dedicated Programme Management team.

The role requires strong, all-round knowledge of key People processes, including TUPE, terms & conditions, payroll, benefits and operational processes.  You will work closely with our People team colleagues, service providers and external advisers to set up the People infrastructure from scratch in new markets, and/or integrate incoming employees into Interpath's existing infrastructure. 

You will also work closely with any incoming and our existing People Business Partners and external advisers to ensure a smooth and compliant transfer of employees under TUPE or equivalent rules where applicable.

Your contributions will be pivotal to the smooth onboarding of employees and readiness to operate in new markets.  This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has a keen interest in global People processes, and possesses strong analytical and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Working closely with the Integration PMO, establish, maintain and deliver to a dedicated project plan for the People Team deliverables for each new market project.
• Consult with internal and external legal advisers and the People Operations Manager to:

1. set up a set of globally harmonised but market-compliant employment contract templates and offer letters (if required) for all grades.
2. Set up critical People policies and process documents for each market, taking a global consistency approach unless local legislation requires otherwise.

• Where applicable, research and advise the People team TUPE requirements for incoming employees, including critical timelines and contingency plans for non-acceptance of new terms, and support with preparation for employee consultations where required.
• Work closely with designated People Business Partners to agree on TUPE approach, compensation model, grade mapping and key cyclical People process alignment
• Perform gap analysis between Interpath existing processes, terms & conditions vs those of incoming TUPE employees, and consult with the relevant People team resources to recommend a go-forward position.
• Work with our external benefit consultancy and People Operations Manager to seek recommendations for required benefits, and align to our global offering where appropriate.
• Work with our external payroll provider and People Operations Manager to set up new payrolls, or prepare to grow existing payrolls, and to understand statutory reporting and employment tax registration requirements
• Liaise with our Talent Acquisition colleagues to align with Talent Acquisition technology, processes and hiring plans.
• Work with our Learning & Development team to integrate incoming employees into Interpath learning processes, and agree inclusion in strategic development and our Welcome to Interpath programme.
• Agree and execute a smooth handover to the BAU People teams as appropriate, including the offer process, employee data mapping for upload into the HRIS and assistance with preparing measures paperwork for TUPE cases.
• Contribute to building a positive team culture by fostering collaboration, engagement, and open communication.

Requirements

• Exposure to international People processes across multiple markets.
• Experience with TUPE processes and regulations, ideally on an international basis, as well as employee consultation and standard contractual clauses.
• Strong understanding of the mechanics of essential employee lifecycle processes across all People disciplines, especially onboarding, terms and conditions of employment, payroll and benefits.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage with various stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in in Microsoft Office Suite, including Visio, Excel and Powerpoint; familiarity with HRIS software (Talent Acquisition, L&D, employee data systems) is a plus.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail, able to gather and interpret data effectively.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a strong desire to learn and grow within the organisation.
• Collaborative and adaptable, able to work well in a team-oriented environment.
• Positive attitude with a passion for improving workplace processes and employee experiences.

Benefits

Benefits

At Interpath, our people lie at the heart of our business. That's why we provide employees with a competitive and comprehensive reward package including compelling salaries and a range of core and optional benefits. Read more about our benefits; Company Benefits - Interpath

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