Associate Director, Global HR Shared Services

Associate Director, Global HR Shared Services

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP has forged a reputation as one of the most prestigious law firms in the world. Relying on innovation, intellect, teamwork and tenacity, our lawyers deliver the highest quality advice and novel solutions to our clients' legal issues. We are known for handling the most complex transactions, litigation / controversy issues, and regulatory matters, as well as for the strong partnerships we build with clients and each other. Our attorneys, who reflect a broad range of experiences and perspectives, work together seamlessly across 50-plus practices and 21 offices in the world's major financial centers.

We are seeking an Associate Director, Global HR Shared Services to join our Firm. This position will be based in our New York office (hybrid). In this role, you will lead the Firm's HR department in strategically transforming its current operating model from a localized, HR generalist-driven structure to a centralized, technology-enabled global shared services model. You will be responsible for designing, building, and operationalizing a scalable shared services organization that delivers consistent, efficient, and high-quality HR services across regions. You will balance strategic vision, operational rigor, and change management expertise, ideally gained within a professional services environment where stakeholder engagement, client focus, and organizational agility are paramount. Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Transformation & Strategy
• Operational Leadership
• Technology & Process Optimization
• Team Leadership & Development