About the Company
Our client is a global, engineering-driven organization operating in a highly technical manufacturing and R&D environment. The business is scaling through growth and integration, and success depends on operational rigor, disciplined change management, and leadership alignment at every level .
HR is not a support function here. It is expected to operate with the same precision, judgment, and business acumen as the organization itself.
About the Role
They are hiring a Senior HR Manager to partner with Director- and VP-level leaders across a multi-site U.S. footprint , with a primary focus in Texas .
This role goes well beyond site-level execution. It is a true senior business partner seat , deeply involved in organizational change, integration, and policy harmonization in a complex, evolving environment.
You will be expected to:
- Lead through ambiguity
- Influence without formal authority
- Bring calm structure and sound judgment during periods of transition
If you are most comfortable in steady-state environments, this will not be the right role.
Responsibilities
Strategic HR Partnership & Change Leadership
- Serve as a senior HR business partner to Director- and VP-level leaders
- Support organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership decision-making
- Lead and support large-scale change initiatives across functions and locations
- Anticipate people-related risks before they become operational issues
Integration & Harmonization
- Play a hands‑on role in M&A integrations , including people strategy, communications, and execution
- Drive harmonization of HR policies, practices, and programs across legacy organizations
- Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to ensure consistent, practical deployment of programs
- Support restructuring, growth, and transformation initiatives without slowing the business
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Provide senior-level guidance on complex employee relations matters
- Ensure compliance with U.S. labor and employment regulations across multiple locations
- Partner with Legal and HR leadership on risk mitigation and policy governance
- Coach leaders through difficult performance and conduct issues with clarity and sound judgment
Talent, Leadership & Culture
- Support succession planning and leadership development for critical roles
- Reinforce a culture of accountability, safety, and performance
- Influence leaders to adopt consistent people practices while maintaining operational momentum
Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience in a global organization
- Demonstrated success partnering with senior leaders in complex, matrixed environments
Required Skills
- Proven experience with M&A integrations , change management, and policy harmonization
- Strong business acumen with the ability to move seamlessly between strategy and execution
- Deep knowledge of U.S. labor and employment regulations
- Ability to influence senior leaders through credibility, judgment, and presence — not authority
- Comfort operating in fast-moving, evolving organizations
- Clear, direct communication style and strong decision-making under pressure
Pay Range & Compensation
$150,000–$170,000 base salary ➕ Up to 15% annual bonus
Equal Opportunity Statement
Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels of the organization.
Final Word
This is a senior-level HR role for a leader who knows how to navigate complexity, earn trust quickly, and help an organization move forward without losing momentum or credibility .
If this sounds like the kind of challenge you enjoy — or you know someone who fits this exactly — message me directly.
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