Director, Human Resources Business Partner, Corporate Functions

Role Responsibilities

• Function as a strategic HR advisor to global leadership.
• Collaborate with HR Operations, HR Centers of Expertise, and regional HR teams to deliver scalable, data-driven HR solutions aligned with Western Union’s business goals.
• Use workforce analytics and trends to guide strategic decisions, develop proactive talent solutions, and measure the effectiveness of HR programs.
• Coach and counsel senior leadership (VP and above) on HR policies, organizational design, and talent development strategies.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation, ensuring alignment with enterprise-wide initiatives and global compliance standards.
• Partner with HR Operations teams to ensure seamless support for Director and below populations.
• Champion Western Union’s culture, values, and inclusion initiatives across all supported business units.

Role Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Human Resources, or related field.
• 10 plus years of progressive HR experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated success supporting corporate functions in a global enterprise environment.
• Strategic Thinking (The “Why”): Leads with a forward-looking HR vision—anticipating workforce needs, identifying organizational patterns, and proactively preparing for future talent, culture, and compliance challenges to support long-term business growth.
• Tactical Execution (The “How”): Executes with precision—overseeing day-to-day HR operations, managing complex projects, and providing quick, effective solutions to meet immediate organizational needs and deliver measurable results.
• Proven ability to develop and implement Human Resources strategies that drive business performance.
• Strong business acumen and a proactive, solution-oriented approach to Human Resources challenges.
• History of coaching senior leaders and influencing through data and insights.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization. Demonstrate ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Experience in organizational design and change management is a plus.