M&A People Business Partner

Lead the people side of Findex's acquisition strategy as our M&A People Business Partner, on an initial maximum-term contract within People and Culture. Open to candidates across Australia and New Zealand, you will own every people activity in a deal, from due diligence through to integration, working directly with founders and senior leaders. Some travel may be involved. If you want your judgement to shape whether, and on what terms, a deal proceeds, this is your seat at the table.

• Lead people due diligence on proposed acquisitions, assessing workforce structure, employment arrangements, remuneration, compliance, culture and workforce liabilities.

• Prepare clear, plain-speaking recommendations for the M&A committee on whether to proceed, proceed with conditions, reprice or stop.

• Run the people workstream across the full deal lifecycle, from diligence and signing through completion and the first 100 days, with one plan, issues log and risk register.

• Build and deliver people integration plans covering communications, onboarding, retention, role design, systems and policy alignment.

• Meet founders and senior leaders of target firms early, identify the people who carry client relationships and culture, and handle sensitive conversations with care and confidentiality.

• Escalate deal-stopping risks early and maintain the people playbook for acquisitions so deal knowledge lives on beyond any one person.

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with the option to be based anywhere in Australia or New Zealand.

• High-visibility exposure to senior leaders, the M&A committee and the founders of acquisition targets.

• Work alongside specialist teams across Legal, Finance, Payroll, Workplace Relations and Reward.

• Be part of a national firm with a collaborative, inclusive team culture.

• Meaningful community impact through the Findex Community Fund.

• A chance to shape the people playbook that guides how Findex welcomes new firms and teams.

• Tertiary qualification in human resources, employee relations, business or law.

• Substantial experience leading people due diligence and integration on acquisitions.

• Strong technical knowledge of Australian employment law, including the Fair Work Act and modern awards.

• Proven program management skills, with the ability to run several deals at once to agreed timeframes.

• Credibility with founders and senior leaders, and sound judgement with confidential information.

• Willingness to travel as the role requires; working knowledge of New Zealand employment legislation, work health and safety, or professional services acquisitions is highly regarded.

If this role sounds like a good fit - Apply now!

At Findex, we help clients manage, grow, and protect their financial future with confidence. Since 1987, we’ve become a leading Australasian provider of integrated accounting, advisory, and wealth solutions, delivered through our “Wealth Accountant” and Family Office models. With 2,500 professionals across over 100 offices, we combine local expertise with global reach and remain committed to supporting clients and communities in creating long-term financial security.

For the Community

The Findex Community Fund (FCF) is dedicated to giving back to the communities we serve. Since 2018, we have donated over $4.3 million to more than 800 charities across Australia and New Zealand. Collectively, our team has dedicated over 9,000 volunteer hours, making a tangible impact in their communities through personal engagement.

For You

At Findex, we focus on developing our people first. With structured training and development opportunities, we allow our people to grow their career in a way that sets them up for success. We actively support our people by giving them extra support to external studies that is relevant to their role.

For our Customers

Together, Findex champion the success of over 75,000 Australasian businesses, helping them grow with expert advice, fresh thinking, and top-tier professional services. Here, you’re empowered to work in a way that brings out your best — supporting your growth, your team, and the clients who trust us to make a real difference.

For Diversity & Inclusion

Findex is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and encourage applications from candidates with a variety of strengths, backgrounds and experiences.