AVP Integration Leader

Job Description:

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We are actively seeking a dynamic AVP Integration Leader to join our Global HR Operations team in Newport Beach, CA.

As part of our company strategy, we have introduced a new operating model designed to enhance collaboration, standardize processes, and scale operations across our divisions and functions. This model aims to deliver greater value to our customers by establishing a unified global operating framework. The AVP Integration Leader will play a critical role in shaping HR during this period of significant transformation, including leading mergers, acquisitions, integrations, corporate restructures, and the global harmonization of polices, practices and technologies.

The ideal candidate will have global experience in managing large-scale acquisitions, integrations, restructures, and divestitures. They should possess hands-on experience leading cross-functional teams to execute integration activities. They will be an expert project manager that can adapt to an evolving environment, exceptional communicator, and leverage personal insights and industry best practices to achieve results.

How you’ll help move us forward:

• Lead transformation initiatives as it relates to mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructurings, and the global harmonization of HR polices, practices and technologies.
• Conduct thorough analysis of the company's systems and processes to identify potential integration challenges and opportunities.
• Analyze and assess the current employee experience landscape and identify and prioritize high impact value creation initiatives into a multi-year roadmap.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team within and outside of HR to develop and implement best practices that scale globally and enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.
• Act as a trusted advisor to both HR COE and cross-functional leads through the transformation effort.
• Facilitate communications and collaboration among a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Partner with change management throughout the various transformation initiatives to ensure smooth transition, supporting employees and leaders.
• Monitor and evaluate the transformation initiatives, leveraging data analytics to provide tangible the outcomes to senior leadership and the People Experience organization.

The experience you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred or equivalent job experience
• 12+ years of progressive experience in HR, particularly in large scale global M&As, Corporate Restructures, and HR transformation roles
• Experience managing large scale, global integration activities.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leaders, HR teams, and external vendors.
• Strong project management skills to oversee complex integration projects and impacts of those projects on talent mobility strategy.
• Knowledge of global HR compliance and regulatory requirements, particularly related to immigration, tax, and employment laws.
• Experience working effectively in a matrix organization, particularly in collaboration with and through others to get things done.
• Prior experience working in a Global HR Shared Services model.
• Process improvement and continuous learning mindset with meticulous attention to detail.
• Experience with Workday HCM (Human Capital Management), including understanding of business processes.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, technology, and best practices, with the ability to harmonize systems and workflows across diverse teams.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a passion for fostering collaboration and alignment among stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset, capable of utilizing data to drive decision-making and measure success.

You can be who you are.

People come first here. We’re committed to a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. Learn more about how we create a welcoming work environment through Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at www.pacificlife.