Senior Programs Manager - People Transformation & M&a

IonQ

United States
Base: $128,445 – $167,497; bonus/equity: + bonus +...
Remote
M&a due diligence and integration
Enterprise transformation initiatives
Scalable people strategies
IonQ is seeking a Senior Programs Manager for People Transformation & M&A to lead initiatives that bridge business transformation and HR functions, particularly during mergers and acquisitions. The role focuses on designing scalable people strategies and requires a strong background in HR program management and M&A integration

Job Summary

  • Lead high-impact initiatives at the intersection of business transformation and the People function, enabling successful mergers, acquisitions, and enterprise change.
  • Own critical workstreams across M&A due diligence, integration, and enterprise transformation, bringing structure to ambiguity and aligning stakeholders.
  • Drive large-scale People transformation initiatives tied to business evolution, operating model changes, and growth strategy, including structured change management.

Matching Summary

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IonQ is seeking a Senior Programs Manager for People Transformation & M&A to lead initiatives that bridge business transformation and HR functions, particularly during mergers and acquisitions. The role focuses on designing scalable people strategies and requires a strong background in HR program management and M&A integration.

Salary

Base: $128,445 – $167,497; Bonus/Equity: plus bonus and equity; Benefits: comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, matching 401K, unlimited PTO and paid holidays, parental/adoption leave, legal insurance, and a home technology stipend

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • M&A due diligence and integration
  • Enterprise transformation initiatives
  • Scalable People strategies
  • Cross-functional program execution
  • HR systems and program management tools

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic mindset and operational discipline
  • Data-driven decision making
  • Executive communication skills

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in HR Program Management
  • Demonstrated experience leading M&A integrations
  • Experience with HR systems (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors)
  • Experience with program management tools (e.g., Asana, Jira, Smartsheet)
  • Advanced analytical capabilities
  • Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional programs
  • Experience operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

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