Associated Director, HR Business Development

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

At Kyndryl, we’re shaping the future of business by helping organizations transform and grow. As an HR Business Development Specialist, you’ll be at the heart of that transformation—guiding people strategies through complex transactions like acquisitions, divestitures, and outsourcing.

This isn’t just an HR role; it’s a chance to influence big decisions, partner with senior leaders, and make a real impact on how businesses evolve globally.

This role will give you exposure to senior leadership, global projects, and strategic decision-making. You’ll develop expertise in HR for mergers and acquisitions, and open doors to future leadership roles in HR strategy, business development, or global operations.

Your responsibilities include:

• Be a strategic advisor: Work closely with Corporate Development, Legal, and Finance teams to shape deal strategies from an HR perspective. You’ll help define business cases, assess risks, and ensure people considerations are front and center.
• Lead HR integration efforts: Orchestrate deliverables across Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Payroll, Employee Relations, and more—making sure everything runs smoothly and on time.
• Drive cultural integration: Collaborate with regional HR leads to ensure compliance with local laws and cultural norms, while supporting leadership alignment and organizational change.
• Partner with deal teams: Act as the HR lead in client-facing opportunities, translating client needs into actionable HR solutions that align with Kyndryl’s delivery model.
• Manage divestitures and exits: Oversee HR planning for employee transfers and ensure compliance, continuity, and a positive employee experience.
• Innovate and improve: Maintain and evolve our HRBD toolkit, capture lessons learned, and help build a best-in-class HR M&A playbook.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

The compensation range for this position in the US is $120,360 to $228,840 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills, and experience.  For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately.  The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city, or local minimum wage requirement. This position will be eligible for Kyndryl's discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl's applicable plans.  You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave and paid time off.  Note: if this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies.  Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. You have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development, and to support others in theirs. You take your work seriously and prioritize customer impact. Most importantly, you understand that the most successful teams trust and enjoy each other and