Calling all originals: At Levi Strauss & Co., you can be yourself — and be part of something bigger. We're a company of people who like to forge our own path and leave the world better than we found it. Who believe that what makes us different makes us stronger. So add your voice. Make an impact. Find your fit — and your future.
We are seeking a strategic, business-focused HR Business Partner Manager to help shape the future of our organization by aligning talent, organizational, and workforce strategies with business priorities. Reporting to the Sr. Director, HR Business Partner, you will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, driving organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, talent strategy, and change initiatives.
About the Job
- Strategic Business Partnership
- Partner with business leaders to align talent, workforce, and organizational strategies with business objectives.
- Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance on organizational effectiveness, culture, team performance, and leadership capability.
- Leverage workforce insights, data, and analytics to identify opportunities and influence decision-making.
- Balance business, employee, and enterprise priorities to drive sustainable outcomes.
- Talent Strategy & Leadership Development
- Lead talent planning, succession planning, and organizational capability discussions within supported functions.
- Identify critical talent risks and opportunities and develop plans to strengthen team strength and leadership readiness.
- Coach leaders on performance management, employee development, team effectiveness, and organizational leadership.
- Support enterprise talent processes, including performance management, talent reviews, and development planning.
- Workforce Planning & Organizational Effectiveness
- Drive strategic workforce planning to ensure the organization has the talent and capabilities needed for future success.
- Assess organizational health and recommend solutions related to structure, operating models, governance, and ways of working.
- Partner across HR and business teams on organizational design initiatives and business transformation efforts.
- Help leaders anticipate and prepare for evolving workforce and capability needs.
- Change Leadership & Transformation
- Guide leaders through organizational changes, business transformation initiatives, and workforce transitions.
- Develop and execute change strategies that increase engagement, adoption, and business impact.
- Support the implementation of new ways of working and future-focused workforce initiatives.
- Employee Relations & Employment Risk Management
- Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, balancing business objectives, employee experience, and risk considerations.
- Partner with Employee Relations, Legal, and HR Centers of Excellence to address complex workplace issues, performance concerns, investigations, and policy interpretation.
- Coach leaders on effective employee management practices, including feedback, performance management, conflict resolution, and difficult conversations.
- Identify and mitigate people-related risks through proactive guidance and organizational insights.
- Total Rewards & Talent Investment
- Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Talent Management partners on talent and workforce investment decisions.
- Advise leaders on organizational design, leveling, promotions, compensation actions, and internal mobility.
- Ensure talent decisions are aligned with business goals, company philosophy, and market practices.
About You
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business, Organizational Development, or a related field.
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including Human Resources Business Partner experience supporting senior leaders.
- Demonstrated experience in workforce planning, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and change management.
- Strong ability to connect people strategies to business outcomes.
- Exceptional consulting and leadership coaching skills.
- Experience using workforce data and analytics to drive business decisions.
- Successfully manages several priorities and adjusts to changing business needs with openness and focus.
This is a hybrid work schedule based in our San Francisco, CA headquarters. You will be expected in office 3 days per week typically Tuesday-Thursday. Note, time in office can vary depending on business needs.
The expected starting salary range for this role is $112,500 - $165,000 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.
LS&Co. is an affirmative action and equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome and value people from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to make LS&Co. a collective success.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and must not require current or future employment visa sponsorship. The company does not participate in the H-1B cap lottery or sponsor initial employment visas. Candidates with an existing H-1B visa that is eligible for transfer may be considered.
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EOE M/F/Disability/Vets
LOCATION
San Francisco, CA, USA
FULL TIME/PART TIME
Full time
FILL DATE
This position is expected to be filled by 01/05/2027.
