Business Partner Sr. Specialist Advisor

NTT DATA Services; Auburn (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA, Inc. is seeking an experienced HR leader to drive global HR operations in Auburn, AL. You will partner with senior leadership to shape HR strategy, design organization structure, and guide change management across regions.

You will oversee recruiting, onboarding, compliance, benefits, performance, and employee relations, while advancing leadership development and DEI initiatives. Strong HRIS skills and executive communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including global HR operations.
• HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices across regions.
• Proficient with HRIS (SuccessFactors) and Office 365 including CoPilot.
• Excellent communication, organizational and strategic problem solving.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR leadership and partnership with senior leadership.
• Lead workforce planning, organizational design and change management.
• Advise on talent acquisition strategies for global/executive roles.
• Oversee full-cycle recruiting and onboarding, including international assignments.
• Ensure compliance with global employment regulations and internal policies.
• Manage global benefits programs and vendor relationships.
• Drive performance management cycles and leadership development.
• Cochair DEI initiatives and coordinate HR communications.
• Ensure HRIS data integrity and generate governance reports.
• Monitor headcounts, staffing plans and organizational growth.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Global HR operations

HRIS (SuccessFactors)

Microsoft Office (CoPilot)

Communication excellence

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

SuccessFactors

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead workforce planning, organizational design, and change management initiatives.
• Advise on talent acquisition strategies for global and executive roles.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Oversee full-cycle recruiting and onboarding, including international assignments
• Partner with internal talent acquisition teams and external agencies to facilitate sourcing of top talent.
• Ensure compliance with global employment regulations and internal policies.
• Optimize onboarding processes and documentation for scalability and effectiveness.

Compliance & Audit

• Lead compliance audits and risk assessments, including region-specific programs (Japan, EMEA, Mexico).
• Maintain and update employee handbook; ensure organization-wide acknowledgment and understanding.
• Monitor and report on training, certifications, and regulatory compliance.

Benefits Administration

• Manage global benefits programs in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Lead open enrollment, benefits communications, and vendor management.
• Resolve complex employee inquiries and elevate issues as needed.

Performance Management & Talent Development

• Drive performance management cycles, including objective setting, manager training, and succession planning.
• Facilitate leadership development, coaching, and mentoring programs.
• Coordinate recognition bonuses, annual incentives, and focal planning processes.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as a trusted advisor for employee relations, conflict resolution, and investigations.
• Champion employee engagement initiatives such as engagement surveys and organizational culture programs, subsequent action plans to improve various aspects of our organization, such as communication, collaboration, and overall workplace culture.
• Cochair diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.

HR Communications & Administration

• Organize and present at All Hands meetings, Town Halls, and executive briefings.
• Oversee HR event logistics, policy documentation, and internal communications.

Data Management & Reporting

• Ensure HRIS data integrity and leverage analytics for strategic decision-making.
• Prepare and present HR reports for audits, leadership, and board-level reviews.
• Monitor and report on global headcounts, staffing plans, and organizational growth.

Qualifications

• bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including global HR operations.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of employment law, labor legislation, and HR best practices across multiple regions.
• Advanced proficiency with HRIS platforms (SuccessFactors) and Microsoft Office Suite to include CoPilot.
• Exceptional communication, organizational, and strategic problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with senior leaders.
• High level of confidentiality, professional integrity, and business acumen.

Preferred Experience

• International HR operations (Japan, EMEA, Mexico).
• Global benefits and compliance programs.
• Coaching and mentoring senior leaders and teams.
• Driving HR communications, event planning, and organizational change.

Nearest Major Market

Auburn

Nearest Secondary Market

Opelika

Job Segment

Information Systems, Change Management, Technology, Management