Strategic HR Director — US Operations & NJ Focus

DataOne; Lyon; On-site; EUR 161,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

DataOne is seeking an accomplished HR leader to drive the US HR function, aligning with our global People strategy. This role combines strategic direction with hands-on execution across organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management to support DataOne’s growth and mission-critical operations.

You will partner with executives, manage complex employee relations, and oversee compensation, benefits, and HR operations in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline; Master’s degree advantageous.
• Typically 10+ years of progressive HR experience including senior leadership experience.
• Experience as HR Director or similar role in multinational or multi-state environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute US HR strategy aligned with DataOne’s global People priorities.
• Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and HR budgeting for US operations.
• Oversee talent acquisition, onboarding, and recruitment processes for key roles.
• Manage performance, talent reviews, succession planning, and employee development.
• Ensure HR governance, compliance, and relations across management and Legal departments.
• Lead US HR operations including HRIS governance and data analytics.

Skills

Strategic HR

Org design

Workforce planning

Employee relations

Performance mgmt

HR analytics

Stakeholder mgmt

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s in HR

Master’s degree (advantageous)

Tools

Odoo

TriNet

HRIS

Job description

DataOne is seeking an accomplished HR leader to drive the US HR function, aligning with our global People strategy. This role combines strategic direction with hands-on execution across organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management to support DataOne’s growth and mission-critical operations.

You will partner with executives, manage complex employee relations, and oversee compensation, benefits, and HR operations in a fast-paced, multi-site environment.