Global Human Resources Director

About the role

The owns the end-to-end strategy, execution, and governance of the global human resources function across North America, Asia, and Europe. This role is responsible for translating the company's business objectives into cohesive workforce strategies, organizational structures, and talent programs that drive execution and scalability. The hire will leverage workforce, financial, and operational data to uncover insights, challenge assumptions, and identify risks that protect and enhance business value. They will serve as a strategic partner to the CEO and senior leadership team, aligning people initiatives with commercial priorities and long-term vision. A core part of the role involves leading complex organizational changes and leading succession planning for critical roles to ensure continuity and capability. The director will also coach leaders on accountability, performance management, and the financial implications of people decisions to elevate organizational effectiveness. This position requires navigating complex global employment environments and fostering a safe, responsible, and high-trust work culture. The hire will ultimately ensure that HR practices reinforce the company's culture, compliance, and business objectives worldwide.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Develop and execute the global workforce and human resources strategy aligned with the company's business objectives, operating model, and cultural priorities.
• Partner with the CEO and senior leadership team to translate strategic and commercial objectives into organizational structures, workforce capabilities, headcount plans, and labor investment priorities.
• Analyze workforce, financial, and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and performance drivers, and provide clear recommendations to support executive decision-making.
• Recommend and lead organizational changes that improve execution, operating efficiency, scalability, and alignment with the company's strategic direction.
• Coach leaders on organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, performance accountability, workforce risk, and the operational and financial implications of people decisions.
• Lead succession planning, leadership assessment, talent reviews, and knowledge-transfer efforts for critical operational, technical, commercial, and functional roles.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and constructive challenger to senior leadership, bringing an independent, fact-based business perspective to Human Resources decisions.
• Partner with leaders to strengthen organizational culture, employee communication, engagement, and accountability while ensuring that workforce practices support the company's operating standards and business objectives.
• Facilitate alignment across functions, sites, regions, and shared-service partners when workforce decisions affect multiple areas of the business.
• Lead and develop the global human resources team, establish clear accountabilities, and define effective ownership across local HR, corporate leadership, shared services, and external partners.
• Oversee the design and execution of core workforce programs, including performance management, compensation, talent acquisition, employee relations, leadership development, HR systems, and organizational change.
• Ensure compliance with applicable global, federal, state, and local employment and labor requirements, including regulatory reporting and recordkeeping obligations, while proactively identifying and mitigating workforce-related risk.
• Promote a safe and responsible work environment through active support of company safety policies, programs, and leadership expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Operations, Economics, Human Resources, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience across human resources, operations, finance, business strategy, organizational effectiveness, or business transformation, including people management experience.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing global workforce strategies and leading complex organizational change in a multi-site, multi-country environment.
• Strong business judgment and financial acumen to analyze data, assess risk, and align people programs with business outcomes.
• Proven ability to coach and influence senior leaders while navigating complex global employment regulations and labor laws.
• Experience with HR systems, performance management, compensation, and talent acquisition platforms in a global context.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to partner effectively with cross-functional leaders and employees at all levels.
• Deep understanding of employment law and regulatory compliance requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Track record of building high-trust, accountable teams and driving a safe, responsible work environment.
• Willingness to travel as required and to work within the specified onsite schedule.

Practical notes

The operates in a dynamic, multi-site global environment that demands strategic rigor, operational discipline, and cultural sensitivity. This role requires a leader who can balance financial accountability with people-centric initiatives, ensuring that HR programs directly support business performance. The director will be expected to challenge the status quo, provide data-driven insights, and lead transparent, fact-based discussions with executive stakeholders. Success in this position will be measured by the ability to attract, develop, and retain talent while maintaining compliance and fostering a safe, engaged workforce. Collaboration across regions, functions, and shared-service centers is essential to harmonize practices and uphold company standards. The director must also manage complex employment regulations and mitigate risks associated with global workforce decisions. Effective communication, leadership, and influence will be critical as the hire represents HR leadership in key strategic forums. This position offers the opportunity to shape the future of work at Lydech while contributing to the long-term growth and sustainability of the business across its international operations.