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Leidos

Senior Human Resources Business Manager

Leidos, San Diego, California, United States, 92189

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Senior Human Resources Business Manager

– Leidos (San Diego, CA)

Leidos is seeking an experienced Senior Human Resources Business Manager (Sr. HRBM) to serve as a strategic partner to programs across the Defense sector, initially supporting senior leadership within the Space and Non‑Kinetic Effects Business Areas. The role will also guide additional business area leaders, contribute to new business and capture efforts, and lead key HR initiatives and special projects.

High‑impact responsibilities include partnering closely with program leadership to develop and implement HR initiatives aligned with near‑term business priorities; providing proactive workforce and strategic staffing support; leading ongoing organizational assessments; and identifying strategies to enhance engagement, retention, morale, and change readiness.

Primary Responsibilities

Partner with senior business and program leaders to translate operational priorities into people strategies that enable mission execution, growth, and program delivery.

Lead strategic workforce planning to attract, develop, retain, and deploy the right talent aligned to current and future program needs.

Serve as a trusted advisor on organizational design, leadership effectiveness, culture, and overall organizational health.

Design, implement, and continuously refine HR initiatives that support business objectives and strengthen organizational capability.

Provide guidance to leadership on key HR priorities, including workforce management, succession planning, change management, and retention strategies.

Build and maintain strong, influential relationships with leaders at all levels to promote a high‑performing, inclusive, and collaborative culture.

Champion the performance management process to ensure alignment with business goals, accountability, and meaningful employee development.

Provide expert support and coaching on employee and workplace relations matters, ensuring fair outcomes and compliance with policies and employment regulations.

Use HR data, analytics, and metrics to assess trends and evaluate the effectiveness of HR programs and interventions.

Ensure HR policies, procedures, and practices are effectively executed and consistently applied across programs and teams.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience), and 12+ years of relevant HR experience.

Broad HR subject‑matter expertise, including at least 2 years serving as an HR Business Partner to senior and/or executive leadership in a mid‑to‑large‑sized organization.

Demonstrated knowledge of and compliance with California employment and labor laws.

Proven experience coaching, influencing, and partnering with leaders at all levels, with success leading organizational and cultural change.

Proven experience leading and executing change management initiatives, including organizational design, workforce transitions, and culture transformation.

Experience developing and implementing HR strategies and solutions aligned to business priorities and enterprise HR direction.

Strategic, proactive problem‑solver able to design practical, agile, and results‑focused solutions.

Strong business acumen with data‑informed decision‑making to drive change.

Strong project management and organizational skills with excellent follow‑through and attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships, consult effectively, and influence outcomes with senior leaders.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.

Solid experience resolving complex employee relations matters with sound judgment and risk awareness.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to simplify and present complex issues to executive audiences.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in a government contracting environment.

Experience supporting proposals, winning new business, and implementing new programs.

Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM‑SCP, SPHR).

Pay Range : $116,350.00 – $210,325.00 (open to discussion based on experience and qualifications).

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Commitment to Non‑Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws.

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