HR Due Diligence Checklist

  • Identifying HR-related risks and liabilities
  • Ensuring compliance with labor laws and regulations
  • Streamlining the M&A integration process
  • Evaluating cultural fit and employee retention challenges
  • Providing a structured framework for data collection and analysis
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Downloads 220 downloads Type Checklist Publication date August 13, 2025 Topics Business PartneringHR Leadership

HR due diligence is the process of conducting a thorough investigation and analysis of a business before a transaction to verify facts and uncover potential issues. This checklist is a critical tool for HRBPs and project managers to systematically review and assess all HR-related aspects of a target company. It ensures a comprehensive evaluation of people, policies, and processes to identify risks and opportunities.

Included in this resource is a checklist designed to assess critical aspects of HR, such as:

  • Talent and leadership analysis 
  • HR policies and procedures 
  • Compensation and benefits 
  • Culture and values
  • Potential risks and liabilities
  • Employment contracts and agreements 
  • HR technology and systems
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