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BAE Systems

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    Full-time
    Expert Level
  • People, HR & Administration
  • Falls Church

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's degree, 12 years HR experience, strategic HR skills, knowledge of DEI and talent management, strong data analysis, people management, and excellent communication abilities.
  • You will coach leaders, align HR strategies with business goals, analyze workforce trends, manage HR projects, promote diversity, and develop talent while driving organizational performance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience or equivalent experience
  • Experience in Human Resources Management/Leadership
  • Experience in Strategic HR development and execution
  • Experience in Human Resources including DEI, succession planning, talent management, benefits, compensation, performance management, etc.
  • Clear, comprehensive understanding of the link between talent and other HR initiatives and business strategy as well as deep knowledge of HR policies, processes (e.g., workforce planning and talent management) and talent management practices
  • Ability to identify new ways for HR to support the business strategy and develop clear, actionable steps in support of the overall business strategy
  • Ability to synthesize large quantities of quantitative and qualitative data, recognize trends, tie back to business priorities and develop recommendations based on data analysis
  • Experience in Program/Project Management
  • Experience in People Management/Leadership
  • Ability to develop effective relationships
  • Ability to lead change and organizational transformation
  • Strong business acumen
  • Strong communication and presentation skills
  • Strong partnership skills and the ability to influence aligned business unit or functional leader
  • Effective team player and networker
  • Strong interpersonal, communication and customer service skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a coach, strategic advisor, and business partner to the sector senior leadership team
  • Identify and develop key talent to grow the business, build current and future capability, and achieve long-term business success
  • Build relationships with business leaders to offer thought leadership on organizational and people-related strategy and execution
  • Execute HR strategies to progress the ESS People Strategy and deliver value to the business
  • Understand the business strategy and identify opportunities to increase alignment with the strategy by helping business leaders identify, prioritize and build organizational capabilities, behaviors, structures and processes
  • Diagnose gaps between current and desired organization performance and deploy actions to resolve gaps, including organization redesign, process change, coaching and training
  • Analyze workforce trends to model and forecast future labor requirements to support senior leaders in workforce planning and succession management
  • Align performance management and reward strategies to reinforce an environment of dedication and innovation
  • Coach senior leaders to improve leadership abilities, relationships among teams/individuals and interpersonal communications, as well as deliver effective performance feedback
  • Partner closely with sector Human Resources colleagues and leadership, as well as colleagues in the center of excellence and others across the company
  • Develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders to foster trust and influence key decisions
  • Influence leaders to action and understand business strategies
  • Translate strategies into an executable plan that will help Sector leadership address key human capital needs that are directly related to the successful delivery of business outcomes and performance
  • Serve as a project manager, including strategizing, planning, organizing, and coordinating all aspects of Human Resources
  • Lead diversity and inclusion initiatives, partner closely with the employee resource groups, and serve on both the sector and company-wide diversity councils
  • Serve as a creative problem solver; formulate recommendations using data to clearly demonstrate the value of the solution
  • Must be results oriented and resilient, delivering consistent results while exhibiting behaviors in line with our ESS culture
  • Provide strong people leadership by serving as a direct supervisor to HR manager

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Director I - Human Resources.

Where is the job location?

The position is located in Falls Church, VA.

What are the key responsibilities of the Human Resources Director?

The key responsibilities include strategizing and executing HR management activities, leading diversity and inclusion initiatives, coaching senior leaders, and analyzing workforce trends, among others.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor's Degree and 12 years of experience or equivalent experience in Human Resources Management/Leadership are required, along with experience in strategic HR development and execution, and knowledge of HR policies and processes.

Is a graduate degree preferred for this position?

Yes, a graduate degree is preferred.

What types of employee benefits are offered?

Benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; employee assistance programs; paid leave; and discounts on various insurances.

Are there any required skills for this job?

Required skills include strong business acumen, communication and presentation skills, ability to lead change, and effective relationship-building capabilities.

What is the salary range for this position?

The full-time salary range is between $128,100 and $217,800.

Is HR certification considered an asset for applicants?

Yes, HR certification is listed as a preferred qualification.

What is the focus of the DEI initiatives led by the Human Resources Director?

The focus includes creating an inclusive culture, partnering with employee resource groups, and serving on diversity councils within the sector and company-wide.

BAE Systems

BAE Systems, one of the world's leading global defence, security and aerospace companies

Defence & Aerospace
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1999
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

At BAE Systems, we help our customers to stay a step ahead when protecting people and national security, critical infrastructure and vital information. We provide some of the world’s most advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of 85,800 people in more than 40 countries. From state of the art cyber threat detection to flight control systems that enable pilots to make better decisions, we never stop innovating to ensure that our customers maintain their advantage. This is a long-term commitment involving significant investments in skills. We also work closely with local partners to support economic development through the transfer of knowledge, skills and technology.

Culture & Values

  • Trusted

    Being committed – giving our best every day Doing what we say we will Doing the right thing

  • Innovative

    Being curious – seeking out new ways to make things better Learning constantly – from successes and failures Turning ideas into actions

  • Bold

    Being courageous – speaking up, stepping forward Seizing opportunities Realising big ambitions

Benefits

  • Your money

    Our rewards go beyond your salary. We want to give you secure foundations so you and your family can have financial peace of mind. We reward great work through annual incentive and bonus plans. Share our success through free share awards and share incentive plans with free matching shares. Help you plan and contribute to your future with access to a pension scheme which also includes benefits to support your family. And offer financial support and advice, so we can help you through any bumps in the road.

  • Your health

    We want to help you be at your best – so you can embrace opportunities and look to the future. You'll get to choose from a range of private health plans that will give easy access to care for you and your family.

  • Your lifestyle

    At work we all come together to change the world we live in, but outside we all have different passions. From gym memberships and shopping discounts, to green car and bike schemes, we want to help you live your life to the full - select from a wide range of company or self funded benefits to best fit your lifestyle.

  • Helping your work/life balance

    We're all doing vital work here that impacts the world. But we want to make sure you can balance life at work and life at home. As well as generous annual leave, we offer 52 weeks' maternity leave, with the option of returning to work on reduced hours for the first 13 weeks, as well as paternity, adoption, parental and dependents leave. As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. We offer different types of hybrid working arrangements depending on your role and your location. You'll be trusted and empowered to determine a working pattern that works for you, your team, and our customers.

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