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People Partner – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)


Company : Fletchers Group


Location : Bolton, England


Created : 2025-08-12


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

People Partner – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)Join to apply for the People Partner – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) role at Fletchers GroupPeople Partner – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the People Partner – Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) role at Fletchers GroupLocation- We work across England, with offices currently in Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Bolton, Southport, Newcastle, Reading, Birmingham, Northampton and Cambridge. We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices.Fletchers Group have a fantastic opportunity to join our growing Team.Are you ready to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our business?Fletchers Group is currently experiencing a period of growth. With acquisitions of varying size, we are now looking to enhance our Mergers & Acquisitions team to ensure a seamless integration & positive experience for our new colleagues.As a People Partner - Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) you'll be at the heart of our dynamic M&A team, driving the successful integration of people workstreams across acquisition projects.From due diligence to post-deal execution, you’ll ensure a seamless transition, collaborating with stakeholders to align cultures, policies, and talent strategies. If you thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment and have a passion for delivering people-focused M&A solutions, we want to hear from you!Key ResponsibilitiesSupport all People/HR/employment law issues arising during Fletchers’ M&A activity, from due diligence of employment matters to integration and harmonisationProvide People/HR expertise to the multidisciplinary integration team for each M&A project.Support the delivery of the People integration plan for each business acquisitionSupport the design and delivery of the agreed plan for each M&A integration project, including co-ordination and follow-up of all actions.Contribute to the development of bespoke People materials (letters, benefits documents etc) required for each M&A integration.Support operational managers with People issues before, during and throughout the integration process.Work collaboratively and proactively with Fletchers’ People Leadership Team to ensure consistency of approach to each Acquisition, whilst also sharing “Lessons Learned” to ensure continuous improvement and best colleague experienceManage the people impact assessment of each acquisition outlining key changes for colleagues through data analysisSupport the Head of People – M&A in maintaining a smooth, well-structured project planBroad generalist HR/People knowledge and experience, including general employment law, TUPE, remuneration, talent management, employee relations and organisational developmentExcellent analytical skills with the ability to review and interpret large amounts of dataStrong stakeholder management experience with multidisciplinary professional groups of varying levels of seniorityA proactive approach, with the ability to identify issues and design solutions independentlyStrong project management and organisation skills; able to work effectively across multiple projects at onceAn advanced user of Microsoft ExcelExcellent written and verbal communication skills“Tech-savvy” – able to get the best out of new and existing technologiesProven ability to respect confidentiality and commercial sensitivityDesirable Qualifications, Skills And ExperienceA legal sector background is not required, however experience of working in professional services would be beneficial.Person ProfileThis Role Is Ideal For Someone WhoHas a solid HR/People foundation and is now looking to develop deeper experience in projects and M&ALoves solving problems, spotting risks, and bringing order to complexityThrives in a dynamic, fast-moving environment where change is constantIs curious, driven, and eager to learn and grow in a supportive teamValues collaborative working and brings a can-do attitudeIs excited by the opportunity to play a hands-on role in the growth and transformation of a leading legal businessAbout Fletchers GroupFletchers is a fast-growing, dynamic law firm specialising in personal injury and clinical negligence law, with outstanding rankings in both The Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. Following several strategic acquisitions, we’ve evolved into the Fletchers Group, with ambitious plans for continued growth and innovation.We aspire to be the best place to work in the legal sector.Our workplace culture is inclusive, informal, and supportive, with a strong focus on colleague wellbeing and happiness. We are proud to offer some of the best hybrid and flexible working arrangements in the industry — because we understand that balance drives performance.At Fletchers, we also value connection and collaboration. We create exciting opportunities for teams to come together and thrive. Whether you’re starting your career or aiming for leadership, you’ll find a clear path to progress and development here — from apprenticeships and professional qualifications to senior roles and Partnership.We seek out a broad range of challenging, high-quality legal work, enabling our people to build meaningful and progressive careers. And we don’t just talk about development — we invest in it, with a significant proportion of our colleagues working towards relevant qualifications at any given time.We reward those who help build our success and live our values. Our benefits package is designed to grow with you, offering real opportunities to share in our long-term strength. Our base pay and bonus structure is built to recognise and reward high performance.Join us and be part of a law firm that’s not only growing, but redefining what it means to work in legal services.Fletchers Group is an inclusive employer with a diverse workforce: we welcome applications from any and all backgrounds. We’re committed to providing a culture and environment where everyone can thrive, understanding and celebrating that no colleague is the same. We’re proud of our work on the Disability Confident scheme, and we are signing up to other diversity standards to reflect our ethos.Fletchers Group is proud to be a Disability Confident Committed scheme member.If you do require any support or reasonable adjustments during the process, please contact us.In Return Fletchers Can Offer35 hours working weekHybrid/flexible, agile working environment with a positive work-life balance - We believe we offer our colleagues the best hybrid and flexible working practices, balancing working from home with time collaborating and socialising with colleagues in our modern offices.Bonus scheme (subject to targets being met)35 days holiday a year including bank holidays and Christmas Closure, you also have an option to purchase up to 3 extra days’ holiday per year, until you long service award the 3 days after your 5th, 7th, and 9th full year of employmentPension scheme with tax-efficient salary sacrifice optionLife Assurance PolicyMedicash policy to cover some dental, optical and other medical expensesCompany sick payEnhanced Maternity, Paternity and IVF schemesVaried calendar of funded company social events (check out Fletchers Group on LinkedIn)Monthly voucher awards for winning nomineesPlease note, we reserve the right to close this role before the date specified depending on the calibre and volume of candidates.Be part of our growth story—apply today!Seniority levelSeniority levelEntry levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionHuman ResourcesIndustriesLegal ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Fletchers Group by 2xGet notified about new Partner jobs in Bolton, England, United Kingdom.Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 months agoTax Partner HNWI, Family Office, Trusts – Retained / Exclusive OpportunityManchester Area, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoPrivately Owned Business - Audit PartnerGreater Manchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoPrivately Owned Business - Audit PartnerManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 months agoRadcliffe, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoHeywood, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoClitheroe, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoGlossop, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoBurnley, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 6 days agoWigan, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoChange People Partner | People Strategy | County Hall, PrestonLancashire, England, United Kingdom 6 days agoLeadership Effectiveness Partner, BluetownonlineManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoManchester Area, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoNorth West, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks agoManchester Area, United Kingdom 1 week agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 3 days agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 13 minutes agoConveyancing: Consultant Solicitor & Lawyer OpportunitiesManchester, England, United Kingdom 26 minutes agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoRossendale, England, United Kingdom 32 minutes agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoMerseyside, England, United Kingdom 2 days agoPreston, England, United Kingdom 6 days agoMerseyside, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoManchester, England, United Kingdom 1 week agoLancashire, England, United Kingdom 4 months agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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