Workday
M&A Integration, Director – Workday
As a Fortune 500 company and a leading AI platform for managing people, money, and agents, Workday is shaping the future of work. We are looking for a results‑oriented leader to drive the integration of newly acquired companies.
About The Team The Acquisition Integration team is responsible for integrating acquired companies into Workday. The team is involved in the deal process from pre‑acquisition diligence and planning through post‑acquisition program management, execution and governance, requiring cross‑functional leadership.
About The Role This position offers an opportunity to lead critical acquisition integration planning and execution for future Workday acquisitions. The role partners with functional leaders across product, technology, sales, services, finance, people & purpose, and other business functions to design, prioritize, and execute key activities throughout a deal’s lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Participate in diligence of target companies to design and lead integration planning aligned with overall business strategy.
Build and lead a holistic integration plan in partnership with the deal sponsor and functional leaders to achieve the deal’s strategic imperatives.
Objectively assess risk and create effective mitigation plans throughout the deal lifecycle.
Partner with communication teams to ensure an effective internal and external change program is in place.
Act as a liaison with the acquired company to facilitate effective alignment with Workday and readiness for integration across all functional areas.
Drive alignment across key partners and all functional teams.
Build a repeatable M&A and integration practice that continually improves, simplifies and speeds Workday’s overall performance.
Measure performance to deal objectives both during and after the integration period; partner with management for accurate alignment where needed; conduct ad‑hoc qualitative and quantitative analyses of feedback data to draw salient insights and actions.
About You You have a passion for architecting solutions for complex acquisition integration programs and thrive in a highly collaborative, agile environment. You possess a proven track record of managing cross‑functional teams through the integration process, quickly establishing rapport with co‑workers at all levels, and acting as a trusted advisor. You handle ambiguity well while designing structure and organization for teams to produce desired outcomes.
Basic Qualifications
8+ years of direct experience in M&A execution and integration.
8+ years of experience leading complex integration programs.
Experience in corporate development, integration strategy, or corporate operations for a publicly traded company or relevant integration consulting experience.
Other Qualifications
Ability to work cross‑functionally and influence team members.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to customize approach for a variety of audiences.
Commanding knowledge of end‑to‑end corporate development activities and proven track record to facilitate sophisticated and time‑sensitive decisions.
Proficiency in distilling sophisticated data and details and translating them into appropriate messages.
Flexibility and adaptability in an ambiguous M&A environment.
Excellent change management skills and a strong desire to use them daily.
Ability to optimize relationships, build trust, and turn insights into actionable items.
Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary by work location. This role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role‑specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters will share additional details during the hiring process.
Primary Location:
USA.CA.Pleasanton
Base Pay Range:
$183,300 USD – $274,900 USD
Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range:
$154,800 USD – $274,900 USD
Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we combine the best of both worlds: in‑person time and remote work. We ask that employees spend at least half (50%) of their time each quarter in the office or in the field with customers, prospects, and partners. Remote “home office” roles can come together in our offices for important moments.
Equal Opportunity Employer Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Candidate Privacy and Security At Workday, we value our candidates’ privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers. We never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services to apply for a job at Workday.
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About The Team The Acquisition Integration team is responsible for integrating acquired companies into Workday. The team is involved in the deal process from pre‑acquisition diligence and planning through post‑acquisition program management, execution and governance, requiring cross‑functional leadership.
About The Role This position offers an opportunity to lead critical acquisition integration planning and execution for future Workday acquisitions. The role partners with functional leaders across product, technology, sales, services, finance, people & purpose, and other business functions to design, prioritize, and execute key activities throughout a deal’s lifecycle.
Responsibilities
Participate in diligence of target companies to design and lead integration planning aligned with overall business strategy.
Build and lead a holistic integration plan in partnership with the deal sponsor and functional leaders to achieve the deal’s strategic imperatives.
Objectively assess risk and create effective mitigation plans throughout the deal lifecycle.
Partner with communication teams to ensure an effective internal and external change program is in place.
Act as a liaison with the acquired company to facilitate effective alignment with Workday and readiness for integration across all functional areas.
Drive alignment across key partners and all functional teams.
Build a repeatable M&A and integration practice that continually improves, simplifies and speeds Workday’s overall performance.
Measure performance to deal objectives both during and after the integration period; partner with management for accurate alignment where needed; conduct ad‑hoc qualitative and quantitative analyses of feedback data to draw salient insights and actions.
About You You have a passion for architecting solutions for complex acquisition integration programs and thrive in a highly collaborative, agile environment. You possess a proven track record of managing cross‑functional teams through the integration process, quickly establishing rapport with co‑workers at all levels, and acting as a trusted advisor. You handle ambiguity well while designing structure and organization for teams to produce desired outcomes.
Basic Qualifications
8+ years of direct experience in M&A execution and integration.
8+ years of experience leading complex integration programs.
Experience in corporate development, integration strategy, or corporate operations for a publicly traded company or relevant integration consulting experience.
Other Qualifications
Ability to work cross‑functionally and influence team members.
Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to customize approach for a variety of audiences.
Commanding knowledge of end‑to‑end corporate development activities and proven track record to facilitate sophisticated and time‑sensitive decisions.
Proficiency in distilling sophisticated data and details and translating them into appropriate messages.
Flexibility and adaptability in an ambiguous M&A environment.
Excellent change management skills and a strong desire to use them daily.
Ability to optimize relationships, build trust, and turn insights into actionable items.
Workday Pay Transparency Statement The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary by work location. This role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role‑specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters will share additional details during the hiring process.
Primary Location:
USA.CA.Pleasanton
Base Pay Range:
$183,300 USD – $274,900 USD
Additional US Location(s) Base Pay Range:
$154,800 USD – $274,900 USD
Our Approach to Flexible Work With Flex Work, we combine the best of both worlds: in‑person time and remote work. We ask that employees spend at least half (50%) of their time each quarter in the office or in the field with customers, prospects, and partners. Remote “home office” roles can come together in our offices for important moments.
Equal Opportunity Employer Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. Pursuant to applicable Fair Chance law, Workday will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Candidate Privacy and Security At Workday, we value our candidates’ privacy and data security. Workday will never ask candidates to apply to jobs through websites that are not Workday Careers. We never ask candidates to pay a recruiting fee, or pay for consulting or coaching services to apply for a job at Workday.
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