Senior Director, Global People Partners

Location: New York, Chicago, Boston, East Coast Remote Reporting to: Chief People Officer Employment Type: [Information not provided] Salary: [Information not provided] Location Type: [Information not provided]

Position Overview

Cision is seeking a highly strategic Senior Director, Global People Partners to join our dynamic and evolving People team. This role will directly support one or more members of our Executive Leadership Team and lead a team of Global People Partners. As a key business partner in a fast-paced, global environment, you will tackle new challenges and drive impactful people strategies that shape the future of our workforce.

Responsibilities

• Strategically partner with assigned executive level leader(s) and global partners to understand business and organizational needs and objectives, develop strategies, and implement solutions.
• Develop global workforce strategies that align to the business' short and long-range plans.
• Lead as primary partner for assigned executive leadership team(s) on all things people and culture, including engaging global points of contact in the People function.
• Initiate or support high-impact people strategies to drive business effectiveness across functions.
• Continue to drive cost effectiveness by employing relevant strategies and achieving or exceeding synergy savings targets.
• Effectively drive accountability and a performance-driven culture.
• Act as a change agent through change and transformation.
• Contribute, communicate, and collaborate globally with other People functions.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of progressive HR Business Partner experience, directly supporting senior executives.
• Proven leadership experience, including managing and developing a team of People Partners.
• Strong understanding of organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, and employment law.
• Experience in a global technology, marketing, or SaaS company, with a solid understanding of employment regulations and cultural nuances across North America.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven ability to drive large-scale people initiatives, influence decision-makers, and implement business-aligned people strategies.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage senior leadership and drive impactful discussions.
• Experience navigating high-growth, fast-paced environments, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly.
• A strategic problem-solver, with an innovative mindset and the ability to anticipate challenges and develop effective solutions.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM CP, SHRM SCP (or international equivalent), or a Master’s degree in HR or a related discipline.

About Cision

At Cision, we believe in empowering every individual to make an impact. Here, your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your unique perspective fuels our collective success. As part of our global team, you'll thrive in an environment that champions curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, all while making meaningful contributions to the brands we accelerate.

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Application Instructions

If you’re passionate about people, culture, and business success, we’d love to hear from you! This role offers a unique opportunity to shape Cision’s global people strategy and make a meaningful impact on a growing organization.