Senior Director, Wharton Human Resources & People Operations

Trustees of University of Pennsylvania; United States; On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Director of Wharton Human Resources & People Operations at the Trustees of University of Pennsylvania leads strategic HR and talent management initiatives for Wharton School. This role shapes HR strategy, drives workforce optimization, and partners with senior leadership to align people programs with organizational goals.

Responsibilities include transforming talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and development, while fostering an innovative and

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Leadership: Craft and execute advanced HR strategies to support Wharton’s leadership objectives and culture.
• Oversee HR needs of Wharton’s extensions, including San Francisco and global engagements, ensuring compliance with local regulations.
• Nurture cross-organizational partnerships to advance the school and university mission.
• Play a pivotal role in Core HR initiatives, committees, and task forces; drive end-to-end HR services modernization.

Job description

University Overview

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job Title

Senior Director, Wharton Human Resources & People Operations

Job Profile Title

Director D, Human Resources, School/ Center

Job Description Summary

Wharton School Overview

Founded in 1881 as the world's first collegiate business school, the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania is shaping the future of business by incubating ideas, driving insights, and creating leaders who change the world. With campuses in both Philadelphia and San Francisco, Wharton has over 850 staff, a faculty population of more than 235 renowned professors, and 5,000 undergraduate, MBA, executive MBA, and doctoral students. Each year 13,000 professionals from around the world advance their careers through Wharton Executive Education's individual, company-customized, and online programs. More than 104,000 Wharton alumni form a powerful global network of leaders who transform business every day. Wharton is home to a dynamic community of staff, bringing a wide range of skills, experiences, and perspectives. To learn more, visit www.wharton.upenn.edu.

Job Description

The Senior Director of Wharton Human Resources & People Operations is a key leadership role responsible for driving strategic human resources and talent management initiatives within the Wharton School. They play a key role in shaping HR strategies that align with the organization's vision and values while fostering a positive and high-performing work environment. Responsibilities include overseeing the optimization and digital transformation of talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, compliance, and employee development. As a key thought partner for senior leadership, this role is responsible for taking a holistic view of the School's objectives and bridging the gap between workforce challenges and solutions.

As a dynamic and influential leader, the Senior Director plays a pivotal role in creating a thriving organizational culture that advances the strategic mission of the Wharton School. They spearhead the transformation of traditional HR services, such as recruitment, comprehensive training programs, and performance management systems, to innovate and drive excellence and employee well-being.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Leadership: Craft and execute advanced, progressive HR strategies supportive of the Wharton School's leadership objectives and drive culture. Transition the school HR function from being process-oriented to adopting an end-to-end tactical and strategic mindset, introducing proactive and holistic strategies to support the employee lifecycle and organizational optimization.
• Oversee the HR needs of Wharton's extensions, including San Francisco and any global engagements. Ensure compliance with regional employment regulations and institute global best practices that recognize and address local nuances.
• Nurture cross-organizational partnerships, collaboratively working to propel both the school and broader university toward achieving their mission-critical objectives.
• Play a pivotal role in Core HR initiatives, including committees, task forces, and c