Iberdrola
Iberdrola
Iberdrola is a global energy company with more than 180 years of history and a major focus on the clean-energy transition. The company is recognized as a leading wind power producer and one of the largest electricity companies by market capitalization, serving nearly 100 million people across multiple countries. Its operations and investment priorities include renewable generation, smart grids, energy storage, and digital transformation. Iberdrola’s workforce of more than 42,300 employees supports its long-term effort to expand renewable capacity and develop a more sustainable energy system.

Director, People Business Partner - Orange, Connecticut

Advise Avangrid business leaders on HR strategy, workforce planning, and organizational transformation. Lead people initiatives supporting corporate functions and business performance.

Description

  • Provide senior consulting, diagnose organizational issues, and develop solutions aligned with business objectives
  • Apply workforce data and business strategy insights to improve performance
  • Help implement strategic business and human resources plans
  • Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Technical Training, Compensation, Benefits, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, and Health & Safety teams
  • Advise people leaders through complex and sensitive employee matters
  • Design and implement organizational structures
  • Manage HR activities covering headcount, personnel costs, training, talent, performance, compensation, and incentives
  • Contribute to workforce planning, transformation programs, and reorganizations
  • Lead change management, intervention, and transformation initiatives
  • Manage HR projects and strategic initiatives
  • Act as the primary liaison between functional teams and the Company’s people strategy

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • At least 10 years of broad human resources experience
  • At least 3 years in an HR generalist or HR consulting position
  • At least 2 years in an HR Center of Excellence, such as Talent Management, Employee Relations, or Rewards
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams directly and through indirect influence
  • Experience leading organizational change and transformation
  • Advanced relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
  • Business understanding of financial drivers, workforce costs, and budgets
  • Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills, including executive-level communication
  • Advanced problem-solving skills using analytics and business or industry insights
  • Ability to deliver against changing deadlines and reprioritize work when needed
  • Ability to apply relevant laws, regulations, guidelines, and company policies
  • Strong negotiation skills

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits package with opportunities for professional growth
  • Performance-based bonus opportunities
  • 12% 401(k) employer match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
  • Tuition reimbursement support
  • Professional development resources and defined career advancement opportunities

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