Title:  Integration Lead

Job Summary

NetApp is seeking a  Integration Lead to join the Talent Acquisition & Belonging  organization. This role will report directly to the Chief Belonging Officer & Global Head of Talent Acquisition and serve as a critical integrator across FY27 priorities, ensuring alignment, execution, and measurable outcomes across the Talent Acquisition & Belonging (TAAB) function.

This individual will act as the central point of integration for TAAB , connecting strategy to execution, and will serve as the primary Talent Acquisition liaison for Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) activity.

This is a high-impact, highly visible role ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, drives clarity, and translates strategy into action.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Operating Rhythm

• Partner with the Global Head of Talent Acquisition to shape and operationalize TAAB strategy
• Co-create and manage the annual operating plan, ensuring progress against key priorities and commitments
• Own and maintain the TAAB operating rhythm, including leadership meetings, planning cadences, and strategic checkpoints
• Ensure the management team is aligned, prepared, and focused on highest-impact work

Integration Across TAAB

• Act as the central integrator across all FY27 priorities, ensuring alignment across regions, teams, and initiatives
• Drive clarity on priorities, dependencies, and trade-offs, reducing duplication and fragmentation
• Connect workstreams to ensure enterprise thinking vs. siloed execution

M&A Talent Acquisition Lead

• Serve as the primary point of contact for Talent Acquisition within the M&A team
• Partner cross-functionally to support due diligence, workforce integration, and talent strategies tied to acquisitions
• Ensure a seamless TA integration experience across acquired entities

Data, Insights & Problem Solving

• Apply a data-driven approach to identify risks, trends, and opportunities across TAAB
• Develop clear insights and recommendations to address critical challenges
• Partner on scorecards, metrics, and functional reviews to drive accountability and outcomes

Leadership Enablement & Communications

• Lead preparation for weekly leadership meetings, business reviews, and strategic deep dives
• Develop high-quality executive materials for internal and external presentations (e.g., staff meetings, board updates, speaking engagements)
• Establish and drive communication strategies that ensure clarity, alignment, and engagement across TAAB

Execution & Continuous Improvement

• Identify and resolve issues impacting the execution of strategic priorities
• Develop mitigation plans to address risks and gaps
• Support employee engagement and action planning efforts across the organization
• Stay connected to external trends and best practices, bringing forward insights that shape the future of TAAB

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, HR, or related field; heavily focused on Talent Acquisition 
• 2+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition M & A
• Proven experience in program or project management, driving complex initiatives across multiple stakeholders
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect TA strategy to business outcomes
• Experience operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments with shifting priorities
• Exceptional ability to communicate and influence across all levels, including senior executives and C-suite
• Demonstrated ability to drive outcomes, not just activity
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on prioritization, execution, and follow-through
• Highly customer-focused, with a mindset of enabling others to succeed