Director HR Business Partner North America

Hitachi ABB Power Grids; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Director of HR Business Partner for North America. This pivotal role involves strategic partnership with senior leaders to develop HR strategies, coaching management on leadership practices, and overseeing performance management processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, a deep understanding of employment laws, and a track record of working in global organizations. Join a forward-thinking company that is committed to advancing a sustainable energy future and making a meaningful impact in the industry.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of HR experience with a focus on consulting and coaching.
• Deep understanding of employment laws and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leaders to develop HR strategies supporting growth.
• Provide coaching on leadership practices and employee engagement.
• Analyze HR metrics to inform decision-making and measure impact.

Skills

HR consulting

Leadership coaching

Performance management

Organizational design

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s Degree

Job description

Director HR Business Partner North America

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Director – HR Business Partner North America. The role will support the Corporate functions throughout the North America region. This role performs a specialized type of HR work focused on HR consulting to the business including: HR consulting and coaching, enabling business change, and HR program advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Partnership: Collaborate closely with senior leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that directly support goals and growth initiatives.
2. Leadership Coaching: Provide coaching and development to senior management on leadership practices, employee engagement, and performance management.
3. Performance Management: Oversee (PMP) performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and performance reviews.
4. Organizational Design: Participate in organizational restructuring initiatives, including workforce planning and job redesign.
5. Data Analysis: Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and inform decision-making, measuring the impact of HR initiatives.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, or related field. Master’s Degree Preferred with 12 to 15 years of experience.
• Extensive experience in Human Resources with a deep understanding of employment laws and best practices.
• Extensive experience dealing with multi-country in a global organization.

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina; Atlanta, Georgia; Charlotte, North Carolina; Chicago, Illinois; Houston, Texas; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Job type: Full time

Experience: Executive

Job function: Human Resources

Contract: Regular

Publication date: 2025-03-31

Reference number: R0085927

About Hitachi Energy

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry, and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future. We are advancing the world’s energy system to become more sustainable, flexible, and secure whilst balancing social, environmental, and economic value. Hitachi Energy has a proven track record and unparalleled installed base in more than 140 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries and generate business volumes of approximately $13 billion USD.

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