SF Recruitment are partnering with a leading professional services organisation who are on an exciting growth journey. They're looking for a strategic and experienced HR Manager - M&A Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping the people agenda across mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and strategic partnerships. This is a fantastic opportunity for a forward-thinking HR professional to drive cultural integration, ensure legal and regulatory compliance (including TUPE), and deliver a seamless people experience throughout the deal lifecycle. HR Manager - M&A Lead Location: Edinburgh, Glasgow or Belfast (Hybrid) Contract: Full-time (35 hours per week ) hybrid 2-3 days office based. The Role As HR Manager - M&A Lead, you'll: - Lead HR due diligence, assessing risks, opportunities, and people strategies across transactions. - Partner with senior stakeholders to advise on TUPE, legal obligations, and workforce harmonisation. - Shape and execute Day 1 readiness and post-deal integration/separation plans. - Build frameworks and playbooks to ensure repeatable, efficient HR M&A execution. - Support employee engagement, cultural alignment, and retention strategies during change. - Manage employee relations and contribute to HR operations between deals. What We're Looking For - Degree in HR, Business, Law, or related field (CIPD Level 7 desirable). - Proven background in HR M&A activity, TUPE transfers, or restr...