Human Resources Business Partner Director

Sodexo; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Care

401(k) Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sodexo Live! seeks a Director, HR Business Partner for Airline Lounges in the United States. This strategic HR leadership role supports VPs in talent management, labor relations, leadership development, culture and change management.

Union experience is required and the position focuses on driving HR initiatives that impact business outcomes. You'll partner with business leaders to shape workforce strategies, coach teams, and ensure HR practices are compliant, effective, and aligned with company

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of HR leadership or business partner experience in a unionized environment preferred.
• Strong knowledge of talent development, succession planning, and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Partner with VPs to implement HR strategies that drive results.
• Analyze workforce trends and coach leaders on talent and succession planning.
• Support RFPs and lead key stakeholder meetings.
• Champion the employee experience and strengthen organizational culture.
• Oversee HR operations including performance reviews, pay reviews, and employee relations.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Talent management

Labor relations

Leadership development

Change management

Union experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

HR systems

Job description

Sodexo Live! is seeking a Director, HR Business Partner, Airline Lounges. Strategic HR leader supporting VPs in talent management, labor/employee relations, leadership development, culture and belonging, and change management. Union experience required. N

Partner with business leaders to execute HR strategies that drive results. Analyze workforce trends, coach leaders on talent and succession planning, support RFPs, lead key stakeholder meetings, champion the employee experience, and strengthen organizatio

About the job

Bring your HR expertise to a role that’s equal parts strategy and support. In this position, you'll partner closely with business leaders to shape workforce strategies, coach teams, and ensure HR practices are aligned, compliant, and effective making a measurable impact every step of the way.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range: $115940 per year - $180070 per year

Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What’s in it for you

• Influence business outcomes by aligning people strategies with organizational goals

• Coach managers on performance, engagement, and workforce planning

• Play a key role in onboarding, acquisitions, and change initiatives

• Lead HR operations, including benefits, payroll, and records management

• Help design and deliver programs that strengthen culture and employee experience

• Ensure policies and practices meet legal requirements and company standards

• Leverage data to spot trends, guide decisions, and support continuous improvement

What you’ll bring

• A strategic mindset to align HR initiatives to broader business goals and influence key stakeholders

• Strong coaching and consulting skills to support managers in talent development, performance, and workforce planning

• Deep knowledge of HR operations, including policies, compliance, benefits, and employee relations

• Experience using data and analytics to identify trends, inform decisions, and drive continuous improvement

• A collaborative leadership style with strengths in project management, prioritization, and building trusted relationships across the organization

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

• Management Experience: 5 years

• Related Experience: 3-5 years

What we offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Who we are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process.