M&A HR Integration
HR Integration that Protects Day One and Stabilizes What Follows
PartnerHR supports mergers, acquisitions, and reorganizations by leading the people side of change with disciplined planning, clear execution, and practical HR integration. We help organizations navigate systems alignment, role clarity, policy decisions, communications, and transition management to ensure stability and continuity under pressure. Based in Edmonton, we support organizations across Alberta.
When to Bring in PartnerHR
Use PartnerHR when the business is changing faster than internal HR capacity can absorb.
- Acquisition, merger, or divestiture in motion
- Day-one planning required across HR systems, policies, and people decisions
- Reorganizations that impact roles, reporting, or headcount
- Multiple HR programs and standards that need to be aligned into one
- Leadership needs structured support to execute change cleanly
- You want transitions handled respectfully, consistently, and defensibly
What You Get
- Senior HR leadership focused on execution, not theory
- Clear plans, clear ownership, and realistic timelines
- Practical guidance that matches business constraints and operational realities
- Respectful handling of sensitive decisions with strong documentation
- A calmer, cleaner day one and fewer downstream issues
M&A HR Integration Services
Integration Planning and Day-One Readiness
Build the plan that makes day one predictable.
- Integration roadmap and timeline
- HR workstream planning and coordination with leadership
- Day-one readiness checklists and decision tracking
- Risk identification and mitigation planning
HR Systems and Process Alignment
- HR program and process comparison across entities
- “Match and align” planning for systems, forms, and workflows
- Recommendations for interim approaches when systems cannot change immediately
- Standardization planning for the post-close period
Policy and Program Harmonization
- Policy review and harmonization recommendations
- Benefits and compensation program alignment support
- Practical rollout planning and leadership enablement
- Documentation standards and governance support
Organizational Design and Role Clarity
- Role mapping and structure recommendations
- Reporting line design and decision clarity
- Support for leadership conversations and messaging
- Transition planning for new structures
Communication and Change Execution Support
- Change communications planning and sequencing
- Leader talking points and meeting support
- Stakeholder alignment and issue management
- Post-announcement support as questions surface
Respectful Transition Support
- Transition planning and timing support
- Documentation and communication guidance
- Support for leaders through difficult conversations
- Risk-aware execution focused on fairness and respect
How Engagements Work
Intake & Scope Definition
Confirm the business objective, timeline, constraints, and risks. Define the HR workstream.
Integration Plan
Build the roadmap and decision list. Assign owners. Set cadence.
Execution Support
PartnerHR supports leadership through the decisions and implementation, including messaging and follow-through.
Stabilization
Post-close cleanup, standards, and improvements so the organization runs better after the change.
Who this Work Fits Best
Organizations acquiring or merging operations and needing HR integration leadership
Teams running reorganizations that affect roles, reporting, or staffing
Leaders who want a clean day one and fewer downstream issues
HR teams needing an experienced partner to plan and execute the transition
Testimonials
What people are saying about us
I have worked with Kent over the past 20 years and have consistently seen his expertise in labour relations and disability management. He is a trusted partner in navigating complex workplace matters and identifying practical, well-considered solutions. I am confident in his ability to provide valuable guidance and results to any organization he supports.
Tyson Joyce
Kent’s extensive knowledge and depth of HR experience provided steady leadership during critical moments for our organization. His guidance helped us navigate complex issues with clarity and confidence. His advice on leadership and risk management was both practical and highly effective.
Travis Chapman
We engaged Kent to support a client through a collective bargaining process and align HR policies with the new agreement. His professionalism, deep labour relations expertise, and ability to manage complexity stood out immediately. Both our team and the client were extremely pleased with the outcomes and his collaborative approach.
Greg Hussey
Kent supported our organization through the implementation of our first collective agreement. His strong HR foundation, combined with labour relations expertise, made him an invaluable partner and elevated our internal capability. His communication, accountability, and steady guidance ensured a smooth deployment and long-term confidence within our leadership team.
Megan Vaughan
Service Area
PartnerHR is based in Edmonton and supports organizations across Alberta. Remote support available when the work allows.