[Hiring] Principal Human Resources Business Partner @Marathon Petroleum Corporation

Role Description

The Principal Human Resources Business Partner (M&A) will have responsibility as the Human Resources Subject Matter Expert and lead coordinator for MPC’s HR merger & acquisition activities. This role conducts rigorous human resources due diligence to identify workforce risks and labor liabilities, partnering with the Business Development team from early-stage deal thesis through post-merger integration.

• Covers the entire deal lifecycle, including HR due diligence, integration strategy, organizational design, cultural harmonization considerations, and cross-functional HR alignment.
• Leads HR merger and acquisition activities, sets priorities, oversees execution, and ensures high-quality, timely deliverables.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding all M&A activities, target company data, employee information, and sensitive business discussions throughout the deal lifecycle.
• Acts as the single point of contact between the deal team, HR Business partners, and COEs—collaborating with Total Rewards, HR Data, Labor Relations, Legal on transitional service agreements (TSAs).
• Scales the organization’s capability by developing governance, standard processes, frameworks, and playbooks for M&A activity to ensure repeatable, agile, and streamlined execution.
• Implements HR strategies related to M&A activity aligned with business needs through influence and change management.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with HR peers and leaders at all levels to drive business results, anticipate talent and organizational needs.
• Interprets and administers human resources policies and programs involving employment, compensation, benefits, employee relations, talent processes, and other people-related matters.
• Serves as the escalation resource and advisor on complex HR issues related to M&A activity balancing business needs, employee considerations, risks, compliance, and resources.
• Develops, leads, and/or assists with special projects, enterprise HR initiatives, and process improvements as assigned.
• Promotes and fosters inclusion and opportunity (I&O) in the workplace to support a high performing culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Human Resources, Labor & Industrial Relations, or related field highly preferred.
• Ten (10) or more years of related HR experience required. HR Business Partner experience highly preferred.
• Prior experience supporting M&A activities is highly preferred.
• Prior experience in petroleum, utilities, manufacturing or related field is preferred.

Requirements

• Strong time management, organizational, and project management skills.
• Strong collaboration, consultation, and relationship management skills.
• Analytical skills and the ability to assimilate information, assess business impact, and recommend practical actions.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Access to health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• 401k matching program.
• Paid parental leave.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Eligibility for a discretionary company-sponsored annual bonus program.

Company Description

Marathon Petroleum Company LP is an Equal Opportunity Employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decision-making, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition or AIDS/HIV status, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, military, veteran status, marital status, citizenship or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.