Senior Director, Human Resources

GXO Logistics•Greenwich, CT

About The Position

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levels who can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at work and the resources to build a career you can be proud of. As the Senior Director, HR, you will serve as the global HR leader for key corporate functions, acting as a trusted advisor to executive leadership within these headquarters’ teams. This role is accountable for defining and executing people’s strategy, driving organizational transformation, and delivering world-class HR solutions across assigned global functions. You will partner closely with regional HR leaders to ensure seamless implementation of initiatives and a consistent employe experience worldwide. Additionally, you will serve as the primary strategic HR contact for U.S. based corporate leaders, providing expertise in organization design, organizational effectiveness, transformation and talent management

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work/military experience
Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification
7+ years of relevant HR experience, including corporate/global HR experience
Extensive labor relations experience
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS tools; ability to quickly learn and achieve proficiency in new software applications
Availability to work a flexible schedule including planned and unplanned overtime; occasional travel

Nice To Haves

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to present clean, organized, and thorough information
Ability to develop insightful, value-added, and actionable analyses with detailed explanations regarding drivers of results

Responsibilities

Serve as the global HRBP for the assigned client group, owning the end-to-end people strategy and delivery for these functions.
Act as the primary HR advisor to global sub-functional leadership teams, influencing business decisions and shaping organizational culture.
Develop, implement, and continuously evolve HR strategies that align with both global and local business objectives.
Partner with the VP, HR for Corporate Global Functions to translate functional strategies into people and culture plans.
Lead strategic workforce planning, succession management, and capability development initiatives for assigned functions.
Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations, organizational design, transformation, and change management initiatives.
Lead major global transformation projects (e.g., offshoring, restructuring, digitalization) and design change management strategies.
Drive HR metrics and analytics, using data-driven insights to inform strategy and measure impact.
Build strong, collaborative relationships with regional HR partners to ensure consistent deployment of HR programs and policies.
Act as a coach and mentor to HRBPs and business leaders, fostering leadership capability and talent development.