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Keysight Technologies · 1 day ago

Strategic Business HR Manager

Santa Rosa, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$157K/yr - $261K/yr

7+ years exp

Keysight Technologies is a leader in technology innovation, providing solutions in various markets such as communications and aerospace. They are seeking a Strategic Business HR Manager to partner with executive leadership, drive organizational effectiveness, and implement talent strategies that align with business priorities.

AnalyticsCloud SecurityElectronicsManufacturingNetwork SecurityProduct DesignSoftwareTest and MeasurementWireless

Hiring Manager

MaryEllen Dickerson

Responsibilities

Align HR strategies with business objectives by partnering closely with executive and senior leadership teams

Maintain deep business literacy across growth strategy, financial performance, organizational culture, and competitive dynamics

Provide strategic coaching and counsel to leaders to influence decisions and drive business outcomes

Design and implement talent management strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent across assigned business units

Build robust succession plans and leadership pipelines to support long-term organizational health

Champion workforce planning and capability development aligned with future business needs

Drive employee engagement, productivity, and development through effective performance management practices

Partner with country HR teams to ensure consistency and impact across geographies

Collaborate with Global Learning & Development to deliver targeted training programs that enhance leadership and functional capabilities

Promote a culture of continuous learning and growth across all levels of the organization

Monitor and analyze HR metrics to assess program effectiveness and guide data-driven decisions

Translate insights into actionable strategies that improve organizational performance

Partner with legal, finance, operations, and other stakeholders to ensure HR strategies are integrated, compliant, and aligned with business operations

Lead and support change management initiatives that drive transformation and agility

Lead change management efforts to embed new processes, systems, and ways of working - driving transformation and agility

Strategic partner with R&D, advanced technology and services leaders to shape and align HR strategies with transformation goals

Design organizational structures and resource plans to accelerate innovation, customer success and service delivery

Champion talent development, and retention strategies for critical roles in R&D and Services functions/business

Lead strategic talent management and workforce planning to anticipate and navigate transitions driven by technology upgrades and process digitization

Drive reskilling and upskilling initiatives that empower the workforce for future technology trends including AI, machine learning, 6G, and software development to enhance agility and strengthen competitive advantage

Cultivate a culture of agility, innovation, and continuous improvement across globally distributed teams

Qualification

Strategic HR PartnershipTalent Management StrategiesHR Metrics & AnalyticsHR CertificationProgram ManagementAnalytical ThinkingCommunicationStrategic ThinkingAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent work experience and skills are valued equally

Minimum of 7 years of HR management experience, ideally in high-tech or regulated industries

Proven ability to build strategic partnerships with Business Leaders

Proven expertise navigating fast-paced, complex organizations

Excellent communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams, consulting with senior leaders, and articulating HR strategies effectively

Analytical thinking for monitoring HR metrics, making data-driven decisions, and addressing complex issues

Strategic thinking to align HR initiatives with business objectives

Proven experience in strategic planning and program management

Proven experience in strategic HR leadership, preferably in global or matrixed environments

Strong integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information and enforcing company policy

Exceptional communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels

Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and solve complex problems

Strategic thinker with a track record of aligning HR initiatives to business goals

Demonstrated success in program management and organizational development

Adaptability and resilience to navigate changes and challenges in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Commitment to continuous learning for personal growth and designing impactful training programs