Human Resources Business Partner Director

Sodexo is looking for a Human Resources Business Partner to join our university segment. Candidates must reside in California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Hawaii or a bordering state. This position will have 20-30% travel.   The candidate will partner with leaders, support employees, and help shape a strong and engaging workplace culture.

Bring your HR expertise to a role that’s equal parts strategy and support. In this position, you'll partner closely with business leaders to shape workforce strategies, coach teams, and ensure HR practices are aligned, compliant, and effective making a measurable impact every step of the way. Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management. Pay Range:   $115940  -  $180070  Incentive Eligibility: Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary What’s in it for you Influence business outcomes by aligning people strategies with organizational goals Coach managers on performance, engagement, and workforce planning Play a key role in onboarding, acquisitions, and change initiatives Lead HR operations, including benefits, payroll, and records management Help design and deliver programs that strengthen culture and employee experience Ensure policies and practices meet legal requirements and company standards Leverage data to spot trends, guide decisions, and support continuous improvement What you’ll bring A strategic mindset to align HR initiatives to broader business goals and influence key stakeholders Strong coaching and consulting skills to support managers in talent development, performance, and workforce planning Deep knowledge of HR operations, including policies, compliance, benefits, and employee relations Experience using data and analytics to identify trends, inform decisions, and drive continuous improvement A collaborative leadership style with strengths in project management, prioritization, and building trusted relationships across the organization Requirements Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Management Experience: 5 years Related Experience: 3-5 years 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.

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