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T-Mobile · 1 day ago

Senior M&A Compensation Manager

positionOverland Park, KS
timeFull-time
remoteHybrid
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$102K/yr - $184K/yr
date7+ years exp

T-Mobile is an industry leader redefining wireless and employee experience, seeking a Senior M&A Compensation Manager to lead their compensation strategy throughout the M&A lifecycle. This role involves collaborating with various departments to design compensation solutions that align with T-Mobile's strategic goals while ensuring the retention and integration of key talent during transitions.

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Responsibilities

Develop compensation total rewards strategy for each deal, including harmonization approach, retention/acceleration frameworks, equity treatment, and one-time payouts
Lead pre-close diligence on compensation programs (pay philosophy, survey positioning, equity plans, change-in-control clauses, deferred compensation, retention risks)
Create decision frameworks and playbooks for treatment of base pay, incentive plans, and equity across deal types. Maintain M&A comp standards templates
Own executive/leadership comp recommendations for deal approvals and integration committees; present options and tradeoffs to senior HR, Finance and Legal
Partner with Integration PMO to set timelines, dependencies, and critical-path items for comp-related deliverables
Mentor and advise the operational comp team(s) executing on conversion, payroll, and systems (Workday) tasks

Qualification

Compensation designM&A integration experienceEquity programs expertiseRegulatory compliance knowledgeMarket analysisRetention strategiesProject managementAnalytical skillsInfluencing skillsCollaboration skillsNegotiation skillsMentoring abilities

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business, HR Management, Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
7–10 years of total rewards/compensation experience, including strong grounding in compensation design, market analysis, and program administration
2–4 years of direct M&A integration or transaction experience, with exposure to compensation workstreams across the deal lifecycle
2–4 years of technical expertise in equity programs, change-in-control practices, retention plans, and related regulatory/tax considerations
Experience advising senior leadership and influencing cross-functional partners to drive alignment on compensation strategies
Ability to create and implement forward-looking compensation strategies to support M&A integration goals and organizational priorities
Strong capability to collaborate across legal, tax, finance, HR, and other functions to design and implement compensation solutions for complex transactions
Deep understanding of compliance, governance, and regulatory requirements related to compensation and equity plans within M&A contexts
Proven ability to navigate and resolve complex compensation challenges, including retention risks, harmonization issues, and deal-driven design considerations
Advanced analytical skills to evaluate compensation structures for competitiveness, consistency, and business alignment
Skilled in negotiating compensation terms that support talent retention and ensure smooth deal execution
Demonstrated strength in inspiring change and managing compensation transitions through fast-paced, high-impact M&A activities
Strong project management and business-case development skills, with the ability to organize, prioritize, and implement across multiple workstreams
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred

Master's/MBA or advanced degree in Business Administration or Human Resources
Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)
Certified Merger Acquisition Advisor (CM)

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
401(k)
Employee stock grants
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid time off
Up to 12 paid holidays
Paid parental and family leave
Family building benefits
Back-up care
Enhanced family support
Childcare subsidy
Tuition assistance
College coaching
Short- and long-term disability
Voluntary AD&D coverage
Voluntary accident coverage
Voluntary life insurance
Voluntary disability insurance
Voluntary long-term care insurance
Mobile service & home internet discounts
Pet insurance
Access to commuter and transit programs

Company

T-Mobile

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T-Mobile is a telecommunications company that provides wireless communication services, including mobile phone and internet services. It is a sub-organization of Deutsche Telekom.
dateFounded in 1994
location
Bellevue, Washington, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.t-mobile.com

H1B Sponsorship

T-Mobile has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2024 (457)
2023 (433)
2022 (674)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$25.37B
2026-01-06Post Ipo Debt· $10B
2025-10-06Post Ipo Debt· $2.8B
2024-09-23Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B

Leadership Team

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John Saw
President of Technology, Chief Technology Officer
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Peter Osvaldik
EVP & CFO
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