Senior Director, People@Nasdaq M&A

As a senior leader at Nasdaq, you will be accountable for shaping and executing strategies that advance our position as a global technology company powering markets and economies. In this role, you will serve as the leader for all People-related merger, acquisition, and divestiture activities, reporting to the VP, Enterprise People and AI Transformation. This position requires a proven ability to set direction, influence across borders, and deliver measurable business impact in complex, regulated environments. You'll thrive in this position if you bring executive presence, strategic clarity, and the ability to mobilize diverse teams towards a common vision. Key Responsibilities Define and lead the enterprise-wide People M&A program, ensuring consistency, visibility, and alignment across all transactions throughout the deal lifecycle—from due diligence to integration. Establish governance frameworks, operating standards, and execution discipline across People workstreams, enabling timely, well-informed decision-making at the executive level. Lead People-related diligence strategy and synthesize insights into executive summaries that inform deal structure, valuation, and integration planning. Design and operationalize scalable HR integration models across Talent, Total Rewards, HR Operations, Employee Relations, and Communications, ensuring clear ownership and decision rights. Serve as the strategic integrator across People@Nasdaq, Corporate Development, Legal, Finance, Communications, and business leadership to align priorities and manage interdependencies. Drive Day 1 readiness and change orchestration, partnering with Communications to shape messaging strategy and ensure seamless transitions from deal execution to steady-state operations. Required Qualifications Extensive leadership experience in HR transformation, M&A integration, management consulting, or enterprise program leadership in global, complex environments. Demonstrated success leading high-stakes initiatives with significant executive visibility and measurable business impact. Strong executive presence with the ability to serve as a senior advisor and influence stakeholders across functions and geographies. Exceptional strategic judgment and ability to connect People considerations to deal outcomes, valuation, and business strategy. Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to distill complexity into clear executive narratives and drive timely decisions. Proven ability to establish governance models, operating cadences, and execution frameworks in ambiguous, fast-paced environments. Preferred Qualifications Experience in capital markets, fintech, or highly regulated industries undergoing transformation. Familiarity with corporate development processes and cross-border M&A execution. Come as You Are Nasdaq is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation. What We Offer We’re proud to offer a competitive rewards package that is meaningful, recognizes the unique needs of our employees and their families and incentivizes employees for their contribution to Nasdaq’s overall success. The base pay range for this role is $150,000 - $293,000. In addition to base salary, Nasdaq provides a generous annual bonus/commission (short-term incentive), and equity (long-term incentive), comprehensive benefits, and opportunity for growth. Exact compensation may vary based on several job-related factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to: skill set, experience, education/training, business needs and market demands. Nasdaq’s programs and rewards are intended to allow our employees to: Secure Wealth: 401(k) program with 6% employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Program with 15% discount, Student loan repayment program up to $10k, Company paid life and disability plans, Generous paid time off Prioritize Health: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, Health spending account with employer contribution, Paid flex days to support mental wellbeing, Gym membership discounts Care for Family: Hybrid home/office schedule (for most positions), Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits, Paid bereavement leave Connect with Community: Company gift matching program, Employee resource groups, Paid volunteer days Grow Career: Education Assistance Program, Robust job skills training and Professional development opportunities For more information, visit Nasdaq Benefits & Rewards Career page. At Nasdaq, we’re proud to be the engine behind the world’s capital markets. But we don’t stop there. We build the technology that drives transparency, trust, and access—helping economies grow and people thrive. Our purpose is to advance economic progress for all. Whether you’re a client, a colleague, or part of our broader community, we’re here to move markets—and possibilities—forward. Join our Talent Community to stay in the loop on upcoming roles, events, and new opportunities across Nasdaq. Our hybrid work model, NasdaqBlend, gives you flexibility to do your best work—whether that’s from home, in the office, or a mix of both. Check the job listing or reach out to our team for role-specific details. We’re a global team of over 8,500 innovators across 38 countries, united by a shared purpose: advancing economic progress for all. It’s not just what we do—it’s how we do it, together. Want a deeper look into our culture? Explore our Culture Book. 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