Total Rewards Partner, M&A

Job Requisition ID #26WD101582Position Overview Autodesk is strengthening its M&A HR capability to support disciplined growth, speed to integrate, and positive employee experience through change. The M&A Total Rewards Partner plays a critical role in supporting Total Rewards activities across the deal lifecycle, from diligence through close and post-close integration, by helping evaluate, advise on, and execute compensation and rewards decisions.This trusted M&A TR advisor partners closely with Corporate Development, Finance, Legal, People Business Partners (PBPs), and People & Places leadership to assess workforce impacts, identify people related risks, and support informed, market aligned rewards decisions. You translate fast-moving and ambiguous deal inputs into clear, pragmatic recommendations that balance internal equity, external market competitiveness, cost, and employee experience.ResponsibilitiesDeal Lifecycle Support· Support end-to-end Total Rewards activities across M&A transactions, including due diligence, integration planning, deal modeling, close execution, and post-close integration· Evaluate target company compensation structures, incentive plans, equity programs, and benefits positioning to identify risks, gaps, and integration considerations· Partner with Finance and Corporate Development to support cost modeling, synergy assumptions, and people related deal risks· Support communications and enablement related to compensation, benefits, retention programs, and other Total Rewards changes throughout the transaction lifecycleTotal Rewards & Market Analysis· Conduct job and level mapping using Autodesk job architecture and market data· Analyze internal and external market positioning to inform pay alignment, equity conversion, and retention recommendations· Develop compensation, equity, and retention recommendations for executives and key talent populations where retention or leadership continuity is critical· Assess target company benefits, identify gaps vs. company programs, and execute compliant, cost-effective transition and harmonization plans· Support the design of transition, retention, and harmonization approaches consistent with Autodesk Total Rewards principlesAdvisory & Stakeholder Partnership· Partner with PBPs, Legal, and business leaders to surface implications, tradeoffs, and recommended paths forward· Prepare clear, decision-ready materials that summarize options, risks, and financial impact for leadership review· Apply established governance and approval frameworks consistently across transactionsExecution & Integration· Support or lead execution of approved Total Rewards actions in Workday and downstream systems· Support cross-functional planning and coordination to ensure Total Rewards deliverables, dependencies, and milestones remain on track throughout the transaction lifecycle· Coordinate closely with HR Operations, Payroll, and related teams to ensure accurate and timely implementation· Contribute to continuous improvement of M&A Total Rewards playbooks, tools, and templates based on deal learnings· Provide project management support for Total Rewards activities across the M&A lifecycle, ensuring seamless execution and issue resolutionBroader Compensation SupportDuring periods of low M&A activity, this role is expected to flex across other Compensation functions, including: Support Executive Compensation activities, including equity modeling and forecasting, peer group proxy data analysis, and preparation of Compensation Committee materials Contribute to broad-based compensation activities, including benchmarking and retention analysis, and support annual compensation planning cycles Minimum Qualifications  Experience in Total Rewards, Compensation, and/or M&A related HR work 5+ years of experience supporting M&A transactions, integration, compensation, or workforce-related initiatives Strong analytical capability, including compensation modeling and market data interpretation Working knowledge of job architecture, leveling, and market pricing principles Demonstrated ability to operate with discretion and handle highly confidential information Comfort working in fast‑moving, ambiguous environments with shifting priorities and tight timelines Strong cross-functional communication / presentation skills with business leaders Preferred Qualifications  Exposure to global compensation practices or multi-country integrations Expertise in total rewards programs including employee benefits, with demonstrated experience in M&A integration, gap analysis, and program harmonization Experience partnering with Corporate Development, Finance, or Legal teams Learn MoreAbout Autodesk Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their