Director, People & Culture (People Operations)

SES Space & Defense is a trusted partner ensuring mission success for our customers by blanketing the globe with multi orbit end to end satellite and technology solutions which provide reliable, secure, and high bandwidth connectivity. We strive to be the only solution when success is critical, and we will take care of our employees because we recognize they are our competitive advantage.The SES S&D Team, along with our customers and partners, will achieve success through integrity, honor, and commitment.

Director, People & Culture (People Operations)

Hybrid from Reston, VA

POSITION SUMMARY

As the Director of People & Culture at SES SD, you are a pivotal leader within both the P&C organization and the broader SES SD community. Your role is to steer and harmonize People & Culture initiatives, ensuring they align with our company's philosophy, objectives, and legal standards. You will champion and implement innovative P&C programs, policies, and practices designed to attract, retain, and nurture our talented workforce. Your responsibilities encompass the comprehensive administration, coordination, and evaluation of all People & Culture operations, making a significant impact on our organizational success.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cross functional support within all levels of the business to achieve maximum business results
• Responsible for the execution of the operations of the P&C function, including but not limited to the following:
  
  
  
  • Talent Management
    
    
    
    • Hiring, Onboarding, Orientation, etc.
    • Performance Management
    • Compensation Management
    • Support of Recruiting Management
    
    
    
    
  • Support of Benefits Management
  • Employee Relations
  • Business Operations
  • Learning & Development Management
  • Recognition & Rewards Management
  
  
  
  
• Work within the leadership and employee population to define and develop the foundation of the SES SD people operations
• Responsible for the execution of P&C operations in alignment with SES SD P&C policies and practices to support the employment experience and align with culture
• Work with all departments within SES SD, to include Recruiting, to support the organizations diversity goals
• Leverage SES established tools and practices to support the SES SD people operations
• Support SES SD employer brand and incorporate the SES SD brand into all areas of P&C operations
• Acts as a resource to the business on P&C topics
• Designs and delivers P&C solutions in response to various requests and needs in the areas of: employee relations, recruiting, training and development, overall administration of performance and compensation programs;
• Ensures compliance with legislated requirements such as EEO, wage and hour, ADA, OSHA
• Identifies, analyzes escalated employee relation problems and takes appropriate action to correct such problems
• Coordinates with VP, People & Culture on potential legal problems, lawsuits and compliance issues
• Oversees the administration of the compensation and benefits programs for the Company to include pay adjustments, incentive and bonus programs
• Foster an engaged employee workforce allowing employees to provide input into decision making process affecting their jobs, or departments
• Assess staff training and development needs, coach and provide solutions
• Coaches and develops other less experienced P&C staff, as well as managers and supervisors
• Leads the annual performance and compensation management processes
• Support M&A activity such as organization design, slating, personnel actions, communications, and harmonization
• Support of all P&C initiatives and lead special projects as needed
• Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization
• Represents the Company and its interests at various professional, industry and community associations to further the Company's name in the community or its positive relation- ship within the industry as well as identification of P&C best practices
• Provides oversight of SES SD Talent Acquisition and Benefits functions

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field
• 8-10 years direct-related experience
• Professional in People & Culture (PHR) certification or SHRM CP certification
• Familiarity with HRIS and ATS systems such as ADP, Deltek, SAP, etc.
• Strong compliance knowledge and ability to cross-collaborate with the legal department
• Ability to guide the exchange of sensitive, complicated, difficult information and convey performance expectations
• Proven ability to build strong relationships and work cross-functionally
• Experience leading HR teams and initiatives, indirect or direct

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in Human Resources or related field
• Government contracting industry experience
• Strong knowledge Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
• Organizational and project management skills

The base salary range for this full-time position is $145,000.00 - $185,000.00 + bonus + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

SES Space & Defense is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. SES Space & Defense is committed to workplace diversity, equity & inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.#LI-Hybrid #LI-DR1