Global HR Director: Labor Relations & Talent Strategy

Woodward; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 171,000 - 239,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Adoption Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Life & AD&D insurance

Referral bonus

Dependent Care Flexible Spending

Job summary

Woodward is seeking an experienced Human Resources leader to guide labor relations and strategic HR initiatives across multiple sites in the United States. The role focuses on union relations, workforce planning, and organizational design to support growth and transformation.

You will partner with senior leadership to drive HR programs, manage change, and ensure compliant, data-driven operations across global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (MBA preferred).
• Progressive HR leadership experience in a global, multi-site organization (8+ years).
• Labor relations experience including collective bargaining negotiations and union relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead labor relations strategy and contract negotiations.
• Partner with executive leadership to develop HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee talent acquisition, succession planning, and leadership development.

Skills

Labor relations

Strategic leadership

Talent acquisition

Employee engagement

HR operations

Organizational development

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or business

MBA or HR certification preferred

Job description

Woodward is seeking an experienced Human Resources leader to guide labor relations and strategic HR initiatives across multiple sites in the United States. The role focuses on union relations, workforce planning, and organizational design to support growth and transformation.

You will partner with senior leadership to drive HR programs, manage change, and ensure compliant, data-driven operations across global teams.