Company Description
At Western Digital, our vision is to power global innovation and push the boundaries of technology to make what you thought was once impossible, possible.
At our core, Western Digital is a company of problem solvers. People achieve extraordinary things given the right technology. For decades, weve been doing just that. Our technology helped people put a man on the moon.
We are a key partner to some of the largest and highest growth organizations in the world. From energizing the most competitive gaming platforms, to enabling systems to make cities safer and cars smarter and more connected, to powering the data centers behind many of the worlds biggest companies and public cloud, Western Digital is fueling a brighter, smarter future.
Binge-watch any shows, use social media or shop online lately Youll find Western Digital supporting the storage infrastructure behind many of these platforms. And, that flash memory card that captures and preserves your most precious moments Thats us, too.
We offer an expansive portfolio of technologies, storage devices and platforms for business and consumers alike. Our data-centric solutions are comprised of the Western Digital, G-Technology, SanDisk and WD brands.
Todays exceptional challenges require your unique skills. Its You & Western Digital. Together, were the next BIG thing in data.
Job Description
Come join the People Solutions team as the Director, Global Leader Support. In this role, you will lead a global team located in multiple countries focused on compliance, execution of people programs and building leader capability in foundational management practices through real-time coaching and specialized training. This role works in partnership with our business clients, Legal, Business & People Partners, People Operations and COE teams to understand capability gaps, design people-focused solutions and to deliver at scale.
Responsibilities:
Deliver a global leader support model to support cyclical volume leader coaching/support for the following inquiries: attendance, performance, solution delivery, business cases for workforce reductions, leaves and accommodations, employee civility, listening support, etc.
Develop a consistent framework for coaching, record keeping and tracking and strengthen team members skillsets to ensure high-quality leader coaching and support of inquiries
Partner with COEs to proactively implement programs, focusing on upskilling leaders prior to program launches and providing in the moment, real-time coaching on managing employees
Partner with internal stakeholders (Legal, Ethics & Compliance, Security & EHS) on a robust compliance strategy that ensures people leaders are provided statutory training on a regular cadence
Ensure compliance of local labor laws, policy updates in partnership with Employee Relations and successful support of internal and external audits
Using data, develop insights and themes to determine leader development needs and success metrics for regular updates to executive leaders and implementation of proactive measures
Collaborate with the People Solutions ecosystem on broader organizational initiatives and ad hoc initiatives
Qualifications
10+ years of progressive experience in a role focused on leader coaching and support, technology and manufacturing experience preferred
Experience leading a global team and working across multiple regions and cultures
Experience working with internal stakeholders and leaders to identify and prioritize learning needs focused on building people leader capability
Ability to design, build and deliver scaled programs, including in-person experiences, virtual learning, diagnostics, coaching and community building for a global population
Experience as a facilitator, learning designer, and content creator
Demonstrated leadership and decision making to foster a culture of trust, respect and inclusion
Ability to navigate through ambiguity and manage multiple initiatives
Additional Information
Western Digital is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees and will not discriminate based on their race, color, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming standards), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), gender (including a persons gender identity, gender expression, and gender-related appearance and behavior, whether or not stereotypically associated with the persons assigned sex at birth), age, national origin, sexual orientation, medical condition, marital status (including domestic partnership status), physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, protected medical and family care leave, Civil Air Patrol status, military and veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. We also prohibit harassment of any individual on any of the characteristics listed above. Our non-discrimination policy applies to all aspects of employment. We comply with the laws and regulations set forth in the Equal Employment Opportunity is the Law poster.
Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [Confidential Information] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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Western Digital thrives on the power and potential of diversity. As a global company, we believe the most effective way to embrace the diversity of our customers and communities is to mirror it from within. We believe the fusion of various perspectives results in the best outcomes for our employees, our company, our customers, and the world around us. We are committed to an inclusive environment where every individual can thrive through a sense of belonging, respect and contribution.
Western Digital is committed to offering opportunities to applicants with disabilities and ensuring all candidates can successfully navigate our careers website and our hiring process. Please contact us at [HIDDEN TEXT] to advise us of your accommodation request. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
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