Manager, Center HR (Finance) - job 1 of 2

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. We continue to operate from a position of strength. Our updated growth strategy is focused on staying ahead of what our customers want and realizing further growth potential. Our relentless ambition is why McDonald’s remains one of the world’s leading corporations after almost 70 years. Joining McDonald's means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world.

At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values centered on inclusivity, service, integrity, community and family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our Youth Opportunity project and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry and planet. We also offer a broad range of outstanding benefits including a sabbatical program, tuition assistance and flexible work arrangements.

We are looking for an HR Manager who will report to a Director, HR Business Partner as part of the Center HR team. This person will provide HR business partnership and support to McDonald’s corporate functional leadership and staff. The HR Manager uses strong relationships and collaborating skills to support the people management of aligned functions, passionate about building leadership capabilities within the organization. Areas of focus include, but are not limited to, compensation and performance management, employee relations and staff development. Key partners include global staff and leadership teams across multiple departments within a function (Global Finance).

In this role, you will:

• Actively support the development and execution of Global Finance strategic plans, ensuring that people are positioned to get results.
• Advise and coach functional leaders on organizational decisions (e.g., staffing, development, employee relations) to ensure that they align with people strategies.
• Anticipate and assess the gaps between business needs and people systems/capabilities within function and uses information to drive appropriate actions.
• Partner with Director (HRBP) to coordinate, execute and embed all talent planning activities (goal setting, development planning, succession planning, annual year-end compensation and performance review process, etc.) with a focus on developing robust teams
• Works collaboratively with HR and Legal colleagues in international markets and across global functions in support of global clients on matters of employment contracts, compensation and employee relations
• Works with recruiting and rewards partners on talent selection, job descriptions, leveling of new roles, pay inquiries and recognition
• Function as a liaison aligning efforts of functional partners with other corporate departments.
• Provide change management, training and development as needed on HR policies, practices and initiative deployments. Coordinate with COEs on HR initiatives and changes affecting the functions.
• Interface with HR Operations regularly to identify opportunities to leverage the team in support of Global Functions
• Consistently utilize available HR platforms to maximize efficiency, for example Speak Up to HR/People Place platform
• Craft client-ready communications, presentations and data reports
• Manage special projects across the HR team, engaging partners and managing communication plans
• Support a culture of inclusion and engagement within the Center HR team and the functions s/he supports.

Benefits eligible: Yes
Bonus eligible: Yes
Long term incentive eligible: Yes
The expected salary range for this role is $98,140 – $125,130 per year
The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we may also consider your experience, and other job-related factors.

• Experience in HR Generalist or Business Partner role
• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field with an advanced degree preferred
• Experience with supporting a globally dispersed workforce
• Comfort working with and presenting to executives
• Experience with employee relations and legal investigations in the US
• Ability to successfully execute against multiple tasks and deadlines
• Ability to use disparate workforce datasets to help design and drive adoption of people programs
• Exceptional communication style with an ability to adapt approach to meet needs of audience
• Demonstrated ability to create relationships and influence partners
• Adept at forging a collaborative approach and aligning team members/resources to achieve outcomes
• Experience with developing and delivering group presentations
• Comfort with Word, PowerPoint and collaborative technologies; high Excel proficiency is required

Benefits eligible: This position offers health and welfare benefits, a 401(k) plan, adoption assistance program, educational assistance program, flexible ways of working, and time off policies (including sick leave, parental leave, and vacation/PTO). Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on job classification and length of employment. 

Bonus eligible: This position is eligible for a bonus, calculated based on individual and company performance.

Long term Incentive eligible: This position is eligible for stock or other equity grants pursuant to McDonald’s long-term incentive plan.

McDonald’s is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of our workforce. We promote an inclusive work environment that creates feel-good moments for everyone. McDonald’s provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as part of the application or hiring process or to perform the essential functions of their job. If you need assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise feel you need an accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact [email protected]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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