Senior HR Strategy & Enablement Lead

Xcel Energy, Inc.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (onsite Tue–Thu)

Annual incentive program

Medical and dental benefits

Vision care

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Life Insurance

Job summary

Xcel Energy seeks a Principal Consultant, HR Planning & Enablement to translate enterprise priorities into an integrated HR strategy, multi-year roadmap, and operating plan. You will lead governance, prioritization, and executive decision support across HR partners and enterprise functions, ensuring scalable action and clear ownership.

You will also serve as the HR+ES AI lead, coordinating priorities with People Strategy and driving cross-functional enablement to advance strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in business/HR-related field.
• 7+ years of related experience in HR, strategic planning, or program management.
• Experience advising senior leaders and leading work across functions without direct authority.
• Strong business acumen, judgment, facilitation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead integrated HR+ES portfolio and planning to align with People Strategy.
• Govern and sequence cross-functional HR initiatives and roadmaps.
• Develop executive-ready materials connecting priorities, risks, and outcomes.
• Coordinate governance and delivery across HRBPs, Centers of Excellence, and Shared Services.
• Maintain leadership visibility to dependencies, risks, and commitments.

Skills

Strategic planning

Portfolio management

Executive support

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Ambiguity management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Xcel Energy seeks a Principal Consultant, HR Planning & Enablement to translate enterprise priorities into an integrated HR strategy, multi-year roadmap, and operating plan. You will lead governance, prioritization, and executive decision support across HR partners and enterprise functions, ensuring scalable action and clear ownership.

You will also serve as the HR+ES AI lead, coordinating priorities with People Strategy and driving cross-functional enablement to advance strategic initiatives.