HR Business Partner Director is a senior-level position in the field of Human Resources. This role involves partnering with business leaders and managers to align HR strategies with organizational goals. Responsibilities include providing guidance on HR policies and procedures and managing employee relations. Further, this position will oversee Apache’s Global Mobility program and Payroll Operations. Strong communication, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills are essential for success in this role.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
HR Business Partners
•Guides and manages the overall provision of the Human Resource Business Partners services, policies and programs globally
•Formulates and recommends Human Resources policies and partners with management to communicate policies, procedures, programs and laws
•Oversee the performance management process, which includes succession planning, goals, performance development plans (PDPs), performance improvement plans (PIPs) and employee development programs• Coach, manage, and motivate the Human Resources staff to encourage development, support team building, and ensure a culture of excellence and accountability
•Ensure a productive, respectful work environment that encourages positive, effective working relationships and open communications
•Develops and monitors an annual budget that includes Human Resources services
•Ensure a productive, respectful work environment that encourages positive, effective working relationships and open communications
•Develops and monitors an annual budget that includes Human Resources services
•Supports organizational planning that evaluates company structure, job design, and personnel forecasting throughout the company. Evaluates plans and changes to plan. Make recommendations to executive management.
•Consults with the executive leadership team to develop and role model the culture of the company in their teams
•Manages employee engagement activities that address issues such as key employee retention and change management.
•Establish departmental measures that support the accomplishment of the company's strategic goals
•Develop and administer programs, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the company
•Prepares periodic reports for management, as necessary or requested, to track strategic goal accomplishment.
Global Mobility
•Oversees a team responsible for the global mobility programs, including expatriate assignments, relocations, and immigration support.
•Ensure compliance with international labor laws, tax regulations, and visa requirements.
•Partner with finance, legal, and external vendors to provide seamless mobility solutions.
•Support international employees through relocation assistance, cultural adaptation programs, and policy development
Payroll Management
•Oversee a team responsible for payroll operations to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across domestic and international locations.
•Guide and assist in implementing best practices and HRIS solutions to optimize payroll administration.
•Ensure accurate and timely payment of wages to employees, compliance with payroll laws and regulations, and maintenance of payroll records.
•Ensure payroll tax filings and reporting requirements are met.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications and experience:
•B.S. Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or equivalent is required
•An MBA or comparable postgraduate degree is highly desired.
•15+ of progressive leadership experience in Human Resources working for and/or with large companies that have worldwide assets and operations
•Experience in the oil and gas industry is strongly preferred
•Direct involvement and expertise in HR policies and procedures as well as a sound understanding of HR best practices and current local HR-related regulations
•Experience of serving in an employee-service capacity as a member of a human resources team and in dealing with confidential and sensitive information
•Experience overseeing Payroll operations & Global Mobility program
•Experience with SAP/SuccessFactors strongly preferred