Total Rewards Consultant, Global M&AJob ID179469Posted09-Oct-2024Service lineGWS SegmentRole typeFull-timeAreas of InterestPeople/Human ResourcesLocation(s)Atlanta - Georgia - United States of America, Austin - Texas - United States of America, Charlotte - North Carolina - United States of America, Chicago - Illinois - United States of America, Dallas - Texas - United States of America, Houston - Texas - United States of America, Minneapolis - Minnesota - United States of America, Richardson - Texas - United States of AmericaAbout the Role:As a CBRE Total Rewards Consultant for Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), you will support all aspects of the M&A, divestitures and transition project lifecycle related to total rewards programs (compensation, benefits and other rewards) including compensation and benefits due diligence, evaluation & assessment, integration planning and execution.This job is part of the Total Rewards function within the People team but will provide direct support to merger, acquisition, divestiture and transition related projects with close collaboration with key stakeholders within compensation and benefits teams.What You’ll Do: Support all aspects of integrating acquisition related employees onto CBRE total rewards programs (or related support for divestitures) across the full deal cycle:
Due diligence
Compensation and benefit program evaluation/analysis
Job leveling/mapping
Developing integration strategy (Day 1 and longer-term)
Post-close activities/implementation
Work closely with key total rewards stakeholders to develop and execute the overall Total Rewards integration strategy and plan Support the overall due diligence process for acquisitions, mergers and divestitures and transitions, with a focus on all elements of total rewards such as base pay compensation structures, short and long-term incentive programs, employee benefits including health and welfare, retirement programs, etc. Collaborate with the benefits and compensation teams on key integration activities across the deal cycle pre-close and post-close Help manage the total rewards related key milestones/project plan/task list for M&A related transactions - support management of broader M&A activities project plan Consolidate and evaluate Seller information and data gathered during due diligence Develop TR comparison analysis and prepare summaries and other materials to support decisioning as needed Support development of standardized processes, project plans, tools and templates, etc. for M&A total rewards related activities Help develop total rewards related employee communications to support M&A transitions e.g., total rewards summaries for employees to understand CBRE programs, materials to support employee on-boarding, slides for Day 1/Welcome Week Key Compensation Related Activities:
Compile and analyze target company compensation programs (salary structures, short and long-term incentive structures, sales/commission plans, job structure/descriptions, etc.); track data requests with target company and ensure all requested information received timely
Help drive the overall job mapping process to CBRE’s global job architecture – oversee/manage tools, templates and processes to support overall effort. Collaborate with key stakeholders on process including segment compensation partners, people business partners, and business leaders
Help develop the compensation integration strategy and execution plan
Collaborate with the compensation team to identify and track all activities for integration as needed, including post-close activities
Key Benefits Related Activities:
Compile and analyze target company benefit programs including health and welfare plans, retirement plans, leave & disability programs, paid-time off, perquisites, etc.
Support preparation of comparison and gap analysis of Seller plans vs. CBRE plans – in collaboration with the benefits team
Coordinate with benefits team on developing and executing integration strategy
Help with activities related to post-close benefits integration – including termination and wind-down of seller benefit plans, collaborating with benefits team on compliance items, government filings, etc.
Partner with other Total Rewards team members and People Partners about program structure and costs. Act as a consultant to share knowledge with internal partners. Research and evaluate compensation and benefits trends and market data. Track the effectiveness of programs, policies, guidelines, and procedures. Apply in-depth knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish complex assignments and provide innovative solutions. Coach others and share in-depth knowledge of own job discipline and broad knowledge of several job disciplines within the function. Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement. Impact a range of customer, operational, project, or service activities within own team and other related teams. Work within broad guidelines and policies. Explain difficult or sensitive information.What You'll Need:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Bachelor's Degree preferred with 5-8 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
Working knowledge of M&A lifecycle and related activities
Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively ensuring all deadlines are met
Ability to exercise judgment based on the analysis of multiple sources of information.
Willingness to take a new perspective on existing solutions.
In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products – strong experience and comfort with Excel and working with and analyzing data and executing analysis
Organizational skills with an advanced inquisitive mindset.
Why CBRE?When you join CBRE you will have the support and resources of a global firm where an entrepreneurial mentality is encouraged. You'll realize your potential with exciting work, fast-paced assignments, an environment of constant learning and dedication to results! To enable your success, we provide the best tools, training and leaders in the industry.Our culture is built on ourRISE (http://https://www.cbre.com/about-us/culture-and-history) values and reflects the needs and perspectives of our clients and our people. Our work is guided by our North Star: Crafting the real estate solutions of tomorrow, so businesses and people thrive.Coming to work for CBRE, you will receive a comprehensive benefits package, 401k, and extraordinary perks such as career growth and longevity!Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)