Director, HR Business Partner & Corporate Functions Lead

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Job Description :

Airbus Commercial is looking for an Director HR Business Partner & Corporate Functions Lead to join our Human Resources team in Herndon Virginia.

The Director HR Business Partner & Corporate Functions Lead is a strategic role responsible for aligning people and organizational strategy with the business goals of the regions corporate / enabling functions (e.g. Finance Legal IT Security Government Relations etc.) This role serves as the primary Strategic HR Business Partner (HRBP) to the leaders of these functions and is responsible for managing mentoring and developing a team of HRBPs who support these critical groups across the US and Canada. The Director is a key driver of organizational health talent development and change management within these corporate function.

Meet the Team :

Working in our Human Resources department its our mission to help support Airbus greatest assets : our team members. Our team works cross-departmentally as well as with our global counterparts to ensure we are making a positive impact on all aspects of our employee experience

Your Working Environment :

The Washington D.C. metro area is home to multiple Airbus offices : In our nations capital you will find the Airbus Experience Center a collection of interactive multimedia exhibitions highlighting the extensive role the company plays in the aviation aerospace and defense industries in the U.S. and around the world. The D.C. area is also home to our regional corporate headquarters located adjacent to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) - it makes flying in a breeze!

How We Care for You :

Financial Rewards : Competitive base salary incentive compensation which may include profit sharing schemes retirement savings plan and the ability to participate in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Work / Life Balance : Paid time off including personal time holidays and a generous paid parental leave program.

Health & Welfare : Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical (traditional and high-deductible health plans) prescription dental vision life disability Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) and other supplemental benefit coverages.

Individual Development : Upskilling and development opportunities through our global Leadership University including unlimited access to 10000 e-learning courses focusing on ways to develop your employability certifications career path as well as the opportunity to participate in accelerated development programmes and both national and international mobility.

Your Challenges :

Primary Responsibilities :

Lead HRBP Team : 40%

Lead a team of approx. 3 HRBPs and 1 HR Coordinator to deliver HR objectives.

Foster change leadership within the HR organization.

Provide guidance to HRBPs on the deployment of consistent and effective HR consulting practices.

Provides continuous coaching and feedback to the HR team in support of individual and team development.

Manage escalation and eliminate blockers to the delivery of HR objectives in support of the overall strategy.

Responsible for managing and delegating operational HR projects within the team and in collaboration across HR.

Act as a strategic HRBP : 35%

Responsible for the successful execution of HR strategy and objectives in support of business needs and Functional objectives.

Advocate and champion better workplace initiatives within the business function.

Lead staffing and on-boarding initiatives for the defined organization on time and within budget.

Work with the finance and leadership team to ensure accurate workforce plans are defined and delivered. Take ultimate accountability for headcount management.

Anticipate and influence HR related needs by maintaining a comprehensive understanding of business objectives strategies challenges.

Ensure fair and consistent application of company policies practices and procedures to create and maintain a people first culture.

Provide optimal balance of support and advocacy to business and employees.

Identify potential risk areas / future issues and deescalates conflict whenever possible.

Ensure full compliance with relevant legal matters protecting the interests of the business and employees.

Delivering high quality customer-focused service : 20%

Champion and demonstrate a high level of personal integrity and ethics in alignment with the company values and leadership model.

Lead meaningful career coaching including following through with professional development goals

Advise and support on internal mobility opportunities.

Apply consequential management guidelines when appropriate.

Actively engage and listen to employees responding appropriately and in a timely manner projects planning and programs.

Anticipate potential resistance to change taking the work culture and business environment into consideration.

Lead innovation and creative problem solving to champion change management initiatives.

Facilitate training in order to effectively communicate new processes and procedures.

Participates in cross functional and divisional initiatives within the HR community to ensure communications and collaboration on projects planning and programs. Lead Regional level projects that benefit the entire HR & WP Function.

Understand drive promote and monitor the implementation of HR policies and related processes in line with the strategy.

Simplify the complex process and procedures to reduce administrative actions; maximizing the use of Employee Services and the efficient use of our Centers of Expertise.

Additional Responsibilities :

Other duties as assigned : 5%

Your Boarding Pass :

Bachelors degree in a relevant field or combination of education and appropriate work experience required.

Masters degree preferred.

15 years of progressive HR experience as an HRBP or leading a support function required.

Experience working in a multi-functional international environment required.

Experience in Aerospace preferred.

PHR SPHR or SHRM certifications preferred

Ability to travel 25% Domestic and International

Physical Requirements :

Authorized to Work in the US

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A full job description will be provided to candidates who progress to the interview stage or any candidate upon request.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

Company : Airbus Americas Inc.

Employment Type : US - Direct Hire

Experience Level : Professional

Remote Type : Flexible

Job Family : Leadership

Job Posting End Date : 11.14.2025

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Required Experience :

Director

Key Skills

Category Management,Channel Marketing,ABAP,Administration Support,Accident Investigation,AV

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1