HR Director - McDonald's Operated Company Restaurants (McOpCo)
About The Position
McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world. At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements. Department OverviewMcDonald’s is seeking an experienced and strategic Human Resources Director to lead the People function for our McDonald’s Operated Company Restaurants (McOpCo). This role will serve as a key member of the McOpCo cross-functional leadership team, providing strategic HR guidance and operational support across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce. The HR Director will be responsible for driving organizational effectiveness, talent strategy, and employee engagement, while leading a team of 5 direct reports and 27 indirect reports.
Requirements
- Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in HR Business Partner, Talent Management, or Organizational Effectiveness roles.
- Demonstrated success in leading cross-functional HR teams and executing enterprise-wide people strategies.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required; advanced degree preferred.
- Experience supporting a geographically dispersed workforce and navigating complex employee relations matters.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret workforce data and drive program adoption.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and collaborative technologies.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of strategic people plans aligned with McOpCo’s business objectives.
- Serve as a coach, consultant, and business partner to functional leaders, advising on organizational design, workforce planning, employee relations, and talent development.
- Manage and develop the McOpCo People Team, fostering a high-performance culture and supporting career growth.
- Identify and address gaps between business needs and HR capabilities, implementing targeted solutions to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Execute core talent planning processes including goal setting, succession planning, performance management, and compensation reviews.
- Collaborate with Centers of Excellence (COEs), HR Operations, and other corporate partners to deliver integrated HR solutions.
- Provide change management leadership and support the deployment of HR initiatives and policy updates.
- Prepare executive-level communications, presentations, and workforce analytics to inform decision-making.
- Lead and manage special projects across the HR function, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities.
Benefits
- This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO).
- This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.
- This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
