HR Specialist Leader Enablement & Coaching
| Company | Western Digital |
|---|---|
| Location | San Jose, CA, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Senior, Expert or higher |
Requirements
- Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in HR, with proven experience in an HR business partnering or Center of Excellence (CoE) role, focusing on senior leadership and people leader support.
- Strong coaching and influencing skills, with the ability to guide leaders through complex people-related challenges.
- Deep understanding of HR policies, compliance, employee relations, and labor laws in the U.S.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility with stakeholders at all levels.
- Resilient and adaptable, with a continuous learning mindset and the ability to navigate ambiguity and manage multiple initiatives.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
- Ability to design, build and deliver scaled programs, including in-person experiences, virtual learning, diagnostics, coaching and community building for a global audience.
Responsibilities
- Support the execution of key HR programs by ensuring leaders understand processes, expectations, and best practices. Proactively assist in program rollouts and change management efforts.
- Manage key compliance and audit activities in the US regarding labor and rules in partnership with Legal. Partner with Legal and Employee Relations to ensure adherence to labor laws and internal policies.
- Coach and equip leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to effectively manage their teams. Provide real-time coaching and guidance to people leaders on key people management topics, including performance, attendance, misconduct, workforce planning, employee relations, and policy interpretation.
- Contribute to the development of frameworks for leader support, ensuring consistency while allowing for regional adaptations in compliance with local laws.
- Help leaders navigate organizational changes, communicate effectively, and mitigate resistance to change within their teams.
- Leverage HR analytics to identify trends in leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, and organizational health. Use data to inform coaching strategies and drive continuous improvement.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in facilitation, learning design, and content creation is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree or HR certification (e.g., PHR, SPHR) preferred.