Corporate Information Solutions

Williams Lea is a hotspot for new opportunities. We are a rapidly growing global leader in the provision of outsourced corporate information solutions. We are excited to be expanding our talented team and are looking for eager, devoted individuals for a variety of permanent positions.

Each day we transform the way organizations create, communicate and exchange their printed and electronic information. Our clients include top ten U.S. investment banks and many of the country's foremost law firms. We also work in partnership with some of the world's leading organizations in telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, energy, automotive, publishing, retail, and financial and professional services.

Our employees enjoy excellent benefits, competitive pay, training, recognition, career advancement, and the chance to work on-site with some of the most dynamic companies in the world. Please read more about this unique opportunity below.
Position Information
Company:
Williams Lea
Location:
Chicago, IL 60606
Job Category:
Human Resources
Relevant Work Experience:
7+ to 10 Years
Contact Information
Company:
Williams Lea
Reference Code:
09-0748
Position Description

Human Resources Director

The Director of Human Resources is responsible for partnering with HR and Operations leadership, to plan, design, and execute company wide HR initiatives and programs.  The Director provides support to all HR challenges impacting our employees and business.  This role may have 1 or more Generalist direct reports.


 


 


 


Principal Responsibilities


    Ensure that national HR initiatives are implemented locally within their region.


    Mentor and develop generalists to ensure they proactively understand business drivers (start-up, RIF, transfers, etc)and are implementing sound approach; partner with  Account Directors on initiatives impacting employees  that cannot be resolved at Generalist level


    Collaborate with Williams Lea and Client Management on start-ups to articulate our approach to HR, people and development; obtain understanding of client contracts and HR implications


    Maintain effective business relationships with key client representatives


    Collaborate with HR colleagues to design and execute programs supporting succession planning, career, competency and performance development; work with operational leaders to drive the talent management process including 360 feedback and individual development planning.


    Oversee cost containment initiatives managed by the Generalist (Retention, WC, Unemployment)


    Collaborate with HR leaders to drive organizational design and change management


    Partner with HR colleagues to design, communicate and implement world class HR systems and programs


    Partner with line management to ensure Director level and above hires are properly inducted into the organization



Requirements:

Experience/Qualifications


    Bachelor’s Degree required


    7-10 years HR generalist experience; served in lead HR role for an operating business unit or function.


    Proven experience establishing HR infrastructure, policies and procedures


    Minimum of 5 years project management experience, including effective planning and organizing, time management, and cost control


    Possesses strong influencing skills; ability to effectively articulate and communicate at all levels.


    Ability to develop and sustain relationships at all levels  


    Innovative and creative thinker


    Ability to lead projects and improve processes relating to the delivery of HR services to the business


    Intermediate knowledge of MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint and Excel)



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Williams Lea is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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