Senior M&A Executive Compensation Manager

T-Mobile

. Develop and recommend executive compensation approaches for M&A transactions, including pay harmonization, incentive treatment, equity, retention arrangements, change-in-control provisions, and one-time payments .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $114,400 - $206,300 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in executive compensation strategies, including M&A integration, pay harmonization, and incentive arrangements. Capable of advising business leaders and cross-functional partners while synthesizing HR diligence findings into actionable plans.

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Executive Compensation ProgramsM&A IntegrationCross-Functional Relationship BuildingRegulatory Compliance KnowledgeWorkday Compensation Experience

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Hard Skills

Executive Pay AnalysisEquity ArrangementsIncentive TreatmentChange-In-Control ProvisionsRetention ArrangementsFinancial EvaluationDecision Framework DevelopmentCost ModelingHR Due DiligenceIntegration Process Improvement

Soft Skills

Advisory SkillsInfluencing Without AuthorityCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

WorkdayHR Systems

Industry Keywords

Total Rewards ExperienceCompensation PhilosophyM&A TransactionsExecutive Compensation Tax ConsiderationsGovernance Considerations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and recommend executive compensation approaches for M&A transactions, including pay harmonization, incentive treatment, equity, retention arrangements, change-in-control provisions, and one-time payments
Support integration of executive compensation programs and arrangements aligned with transaction objectives and T-Mobile’s compensation philosophy
Evaluate executive compensation programs, agreements, and arrangements for financial, regulatory, operational, and retention implications
Develop analyses, recommendations, decision frameworks, and supporting materials throughout the transaction lifecycle
Support HR due diligence and transition information, findings, risks, commitments, and outstanding decisions to the HR M&A Integration team
Partner with transaction partners and HR workstream owners to document, communicate, and incorporate critical information into integration planning
Coordinate executive compensation integration deliverables, timelines, and dependencies across teams and key partners
Support implementation of approved compensation arrangements and resolve integration-related issues
Advise business leaders and cross-functional partners on executive compensation and M&A matters
Create and maintain executive compensation M&A playbooks, templates, decision frameworks, and integration processes
Identify opportunities for AI-based solutions, automation, and process improvements

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Business, HR Management, Accounting or Finance or a related field or a combination of education and equivalent related experience
7-10 years progressive compensation or total rewards experience, including executive compensation programs and practices
3-5 years experience with executive pay, equity and incentive arrangements, employment agreements, change-in-control provisions, and executive retention
Knowledge of executive pay, short- and long-term incentives, equity, retention arrangements, and change-in-control provisions
Ability to develop practical executive compensation recommendations aligned with transaction objectives and compensation philosophy
Ability to build cross-functional relationships with HR M&A, Corporate Development, Legal, Tax, Finance, and business partners
Knowledge of executive compensation tax, regulatory, disclosure, and governance considerations
Ability to synthesize broad HR diligence findings, risks, commitments, and dependencies into actionable integration handoffs
Ability to model executive compensation scenarios, evaluate costs and risks, and communicate implications
Ability to advise business leaders, assess alternatives, and influence decisions without direct authority
Ability to support executive compensation transitions and issue resolution during M&A integration
Preferred: 2-4 years experience supporting M&A transactions, HR due diligence, or post-acquisition integration activities
Preferred: 2-4 years experience advising senior leaders and influencing cross-functional partners on complex compensation matters
Workday compensation or related HR systems experience
Consulting or advisory experience on M&A compensation or integration
At least 18 years of age
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Willingness to travel up to 10% domestically based on business needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual stock grant
Employee stock purchase plan
401(k)
Access to free, year-round money coaches
Annual bonus or periodic sales incentive or bonus, based on role
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Flexible spending account
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 and home internet discounts
Pet insurance
Commuter and transit programs
Career growth opportunities