HR Manager

Cushman & Wakefield•Santa Clara, CA

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Talent Leader, Manager of People Partnering for one of our largest global client account teams, you will be a key member of the global account Leadership Team, driving the development and execution of our people strategy. Working closely with the Leadership Team, you will use your HR expertise, business acumen, influencing skills and creativity to develop and implement solutions to meet business objectives. You will partner with a Global Team of HR professionals and work closely with corporate resources to ensure seamless HR support for the account, aligned with business objectives and our team’s vision, mission and culture.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
Excellent cross-functional and global collaboration
Ability to manage stakeholders and advocate change through influence rather than authority
Skill in examining organizational structures, operations and procedures and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures
Ability to make decisions and operate independently with respect to complex issues and business requirements with a high degree of exposure
Ability to thrive in a changing environment and manage with ambiguity
Competence in managing multiple projects simultaneously with strong results/goal orientation
Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities
Excellent communication skills including the ability to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles
Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-term goals in partnership with business leaders
Ability to make strategic and tactical decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues
Ability to develop and mentor people, inspire teams, and affect greatness in others.
Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
Knowledge of federal and state employment laws and regulations
Knowledge of human resources processes, procedures, and practices
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or other related fields preferred
8-10 years relevant HR experience
Experience with enterprise HR tools and databases e.g. Workday

Responsibilities

Creates a comprehensive people plan to drive business strategy, supporting the complexity of the team and the services we provide to our client.
In partnership with Global Talent Acquisition, develops a recruiting plan to meet current and future needs in highly competitive global markets.
Drives a world-class on-boarding process to promote the team’s vision and mission, and to foster an inclusive team culture.
Provides strategic consultation regarding integrating value-added HR initiatives with business objectives.
Continuously improves programs that result in increased organizational effectiveness and engagement.
Introduces game-changing, creative ideas to take the account to the next level.
Analyzes situations and issues, recognizes strategic implications, and applies both specialized expertise and a broader HR knowledge to define priorities.
Works closely with the Global Account Director and Global Operations Director to develop and implement change management and communication strategies to facilitate employee engagement and ensure transparency of information to employees.
Partners with HR Services team and Centers of Expertise (i.e. learning and development, compensation, benefits) resources to deliver a seamless employee and manager experience.
Ensures compliance with all local legislation relating to compensation, benefits, employment practices, and similar aspects of human resource management
Acts as a change agent and promotes innovation and continuous improvement.
Matrix oversight for global Talent Acquisition and Learning & Development teams.