Human Resources Human Resources Business Partner Director Apply Now Search all jobs Job Description Role Overview This is a role for an HR leader who believes people are the engine of every great organization. Sodexo is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner Director to support the Corporate Services segment—a dynamic, high‑impact environment where culture, leadership, and employee experience shape the way thousands of people work every day. This is a remote position with approximately 25% travel. In this role, you will serve as a trusted strategic advisor to executives, vice presidents, and operational leaders. You'll help define what great leadership looks like, strengthen organizational capability, and build the conditions where people can thrive. Your work will influence the full employee lifecycle—from how we attract and develop talent to how we navigate change, build community, and create workplaces where people feel valued, supported, and inspired. You will lead enterprise‑wide initiatives across change leadership , employee relations , talent strategy , leadership development , and organizational effectiveness . Your voice will shape decisions at the highest levels, ensuring our people strategy fuels long‑term business growth and a culture grounded in trust, inclusion, and performance. This is a role for someone who leads with heart and clarity—someone who can see the big picture, build strong relationships, and guide leaders through complexity with confidence and empathy. What You'll Do Serve as a strategic advisor — partner with senior leaders, client executives, and operational teams to align people strategy with business priorities and long‑term growth Drive organizational effectiveness — lead initiatives in change leadership, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development to strengthen capability across the enterprise Champion a high‑performance culture — foster an environment rooted in accountability, engagement, continuous feedback, and meaningful employee experience Coach and develop leaders — guide leaders through performance management, employee relations, organizational design, and leadership effectiveness with clarity and empathy Build strong talent pipelines — collaborate with Talent Acquisition to attract, develop, and retain top talent that supports business growth and succession needs Lead with data and insight — leverage HR technology, workforce analytics, and organizational data to inform decisions, anticipate needs, and drive measurable outcomes What We Offer Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include: Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions Paid Time Off and Company Holidays Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire. What You Bring Strategic HR leadership — the ability to influence senior executives, shape enterprise‑level decisions, and align people strategy with long‑term business goals Union labor experience — demonstrated ability to partner effectively in unionized environments, navigate labor‑management dynamics, and support leaders through contract interpretation and workforce relations Spanish language proficiency — Spanish fluency or conversational ability is a strong plus, enabling deeper connection, communication, and trust across diverse employee populations Business and financial acumen — comfort navigating operational complexity and using insights to guide leaders toward sound, future‑focused decisions Change leadership — skill in guiding teams through transformation with clarity, empathy, and a steady, confident presence Data‑driven insight — the ability to translate workforce analytics into actionable strategies that improve outcomes and anticipate organizational needs Executive presence — credibility, composure, and the communication skills to build trust and influence at all levels of a matrixed organization Who We Are At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide. Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you're happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form . Qualifications & Requirements Minimum Education Requirement

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience
• 5 years Minimum Functional Experience
• 5 years Human Resources experience Job Details Job Title Human Resources Business Partner Director Category Human Resources Location(s) North Bethesda, MD Salary Range $115940 to $150040 Job

ID 988392

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