Director - HR & WP Affiliate Governance

Airbus•Herndon, VA

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Airbus Commercial is seeking a Director HR & WP Affiliate Governance to join its Human Resources team in Herndon, Virginia. The role ensures governance and monitoring across regional Airbus Affiliates regarding HR and Workplace policies, processes, and applicable local legislation, helping minimize risk and inconsistency. It also serves as the regional focal point for HR and Workplace aspects of Airbus mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. The position advises regional and central leadership on employment law, HR and Workplace policies and practices, and their ongoing development. It partners with Affiliates, central organizations, regional Centers of Excellence, and other enabling functions to maintain effective governance and monitoring, support compliance, analyze trends, and develop solutions, programs, and policies. The role also supports M&A due diligence through North America HR and Workplace evaluations. The position is based in the Washington, D.C. metro area and is described as 80% onsite and 20% remote, with a flexible remote type. Domestic and international travel is required at 30%. The annual salary range is $165,000–$185,000, subject to geographic differential and individual qualifications. The role requires current authorization to work in the United States; the company states it does not sponsor visas for U.S. positions unless specified.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
At least 12 years of experience in HR, legal, or related fields.
Experience supporting executive-level leaders.
Demonstrated success implementing large-scale programs or projects.
Current authorization to work in the United States.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 30%.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including carrying and lifting items up to 30 pounds, traveling independently and at short notice, and using required personal protective equipment for site visits.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree such as an MBA, master’s degree in Human Resource Management, or related field.
Experience with legal and compliance matters.
Experience with executive compensation and mobility.

Responsibilities

Support Affiliates in implementing HR and Workplace strategies aligned with the overall North America HR and Workplace strategy.
Advise regional and central leadership on employment laws, HR and Workplace policies and practices, and their ongoing evolution for Affiliate management.
Partner with M&A and Affiliate Governance central organizations and regional representatives of other enabling functions.
Conduct regular meetings with regional Affiliate HR and Workplace representatives and headquarters HR representatives to provide guidance and support new activities.
Develop and use an HR and Workplace Affiliate governance and monitoring framework in partnership with HR and Workplace Centers of Excellence and regional HR and Workplace Data Analytics teams.
Analyze trends and metrics with Affiliates and headquarters HR representatives to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
Ensure regional regulatory and compliance risks related to HR and Workplace are assessed and mitigated.
Work with each Country Employment Lawyer to ensure HR policies and processes comply with applicable labor laws and regulations.
Participate in industry best-practice forums and benchmarking activities related to HR Affiliate governance.
Serve as the regional focal point for HR and Workplace aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures.
Partner with M&A and Affiliate Governance central organizations on regional HR and Workplace matters.
Support M&A due diligence through North America-specific HR and Workplace evaluations.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive base salary and incentive compensation, which may include profit-sharing schemes.
Retirement savings plan and opportunity to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Paid time off, including personal time and holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Medical insurance, including traditional and high-deductible health plans.
Prescription insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life insurance.
Disability insurance, including short- and long-term coverage.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Other supplemental benefit coverages.
Upskilling and development opportunities through the global Leadership University, including access to more than 10,000 e-learning courses.
Opportunity to participate in accelerated development programs and national and international mobility.
Flexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
Basic and voluntary life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance.
401(k).
Tuition assistance.
Performance-based bonuses.