Head Of People US - Lead

Company Description

We believe in the power of ingenuity to build a positive human future. 

As strategies, technologies, and innovation collide, we create opportunity from complexity.

Our diverse teams of experts combine innovative thinking and breakthrough technologies to progress further, faster. Our clients adapt and transform, and together we achieve enduring results.

We are over 4,000 strategists, innovators, designers, consultants, digital experts, scientists, engineers, and technologists. And we have deep expertise in consumer and manufacturing, defence and security, energy and utilities, financial services, government and public services, health and life sciences, and transport. 

Our teams operate globally from offices across the UK, Ireland, US, Nordics, and Netherlands.

Job Description

Are you a proactive and experienced HR professional ready to make a significant impact? PA Consulting is looking for a dynamic Human Resources Regional Lead to drive HR initiatives across the region, align with our strategic goals, and foster a collaborative, high-performance culture.

Location: Flexible

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage HR functions regionally, ensuring alignment with PA Consulting's strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement HR strategies to support business goals and enhance employee engagement.
• Provide expert advice to senior leaders on talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Oversee recruitment and onboarding, ensuring the attraction and retention of top talent.
• Manage performance management processes, including setting objectives, conducting appraisals, and providing feedback.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and maintain up-to-date HR best practices.
• Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture, promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Handle employee relations issues, providing guidance and resolution.
• Collaborate with global HR teams to ensure consistency and alignment of HR policies and practices.

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• Extensive experience in HR roles, with a strong background in managing regional HR functions, ideally within professional services.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing HR strategies that drive business success.
• Hands-on HR experience, with the ability to engage directly in HR activities without a large support team.
• Strong knowledge of local labor laws and regulations.
• Experience in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development.
• Background in professional services or consulting is preferred.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• High level of organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results with minimal oversight.
• Resilience and adaptability, with a positive and proactive approach to challenges.
• Commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive workplace culture.
• Ability to navigate complex organizational landscapes and drive strategic HR initiatives.

Additional Information

Flexible Hybrid Working Schedule

Benefits package at PA  

• Group medical insurance  
• Health Savings Account with company match  
• Teladoc and informed Nurse line resources  
• Long term care plan  
• Group dental insurance  
• Vision plan  
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company profit sharing contribution  
• Commuter and Parking tax-savings benefit  
• 15 days paid vacation days with the opportunity to buy five additional days  
• 10 paid Holidays plus 10 paid sick days  
• Company and Voluntary income protection benefits  
• Gym and health incentive reimbursement  
• Pet and legal insurance Plans  
• Employee Assistance Plan  
• Annual performance-based bonus  

Inclusion & Diversity

We believe that diversity makes us a stronger firm and look to employ people with different ideas, styles and skill sets. This diversity stimulates a rich, creative environment – one in which our people develop, and our clients enjoy enduring results. We’re committed to recruiting, promoting and rewarding our people solely based on their ability to contribute to PA’s goals, without regard to their sex, race, disability, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age or marital status.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At PA Consulting, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $145,000 - $175,000

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