Director, Human Resources - Eagan, MN

Thomson Reuters is the world's leading source of intelligent information for businesses and professionals. We combine industry expertise with innovative technology to deliver critical information to leading decision makers in the financial, legal, tax and accounting, scientific, healthcare and media markets, powered by the world's most trusted news organization. With headquarters in New York and major operations in London and Eagan, Minnesota, Thomson Reuters employs more than 50,000 people in 93 countries. More information about Thomson Reuters and its financial performance can be found on www.ThomsonReuters.com PRIMARY OBJECTIVES: Develop strategic partnership with the CTO for West and North American Legal in order to ensure business goals are achieved.  Work closely with the West Technology leadership team and staff to provide strategic and tactical support in order to address core business needs.  Drive the deployment of a full range of HR services for internal customer base.    MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY Provide HR leadership to the West Technology organization which includes approximately 1,000 employees located in Eagan, MN and Rochester, NY.  Provide strategic consulting and leadership for a wide range of HR and business initiatives including: organizational design and alignment, change management, talent acquisition, retention, engagement, coaching, performance management, talent management and compensation analysis. Design, develop and implement HR programs that align with business goals and foster a high performing culture within West Technology.  Provide ongoing support to the executive team by serving as an advisor in both a business and people related capacity.  Serve as a key member of the West Technology executive team, working closely with the West/NAL CTO.  Attend the CTO's weekly West Tech executive staff meetings, as well as departmental staff meetings chaired by technology VPs. Partner with the business to research, identify and implement resources and solutions to meet the organizational goals, objectives and key targets. Coordinate the talent acquisition process with key stakeholders and ensure the most innovative, cost effective and efficient approaches have been identified to attract and retain key talent.  Establish key metrics to drive HR performance to meet the goals and needs of the business.  Seek input from the business to ensure the right metrics are identified - measure and communicate regularly. In collaboration with the Compensation COE and business management, ensure all positions are appropriately defined, evaluated and market priced.  Develop appropriate retention, reward or incentive programs to drive performance and goal attainment. Guide business partners and HR colleagues regarding the interpretation of policies and procedures.    Actively lead, coach and mentor HR staff and colleagues.  Provide development opportunities and stretch goals to engage and provide professional growth.  RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK OF OTHERS: This position will have three direct reports - senior generalist, HR specialist (immigration) and HR assistant.  QUALIFICATIONS:   Education  Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field is required. M.A. IR, MBA preferred.   Previous Experience Minimum of ten years of progressive professional business and/ human resources generalist experience. At least five years experience working closely with technology organizations and actively participating as a key member of their leadership team.  Strong business acumen, project management, organizational, strategic, analytical and conflict resolution skills. Proven effective consultative experience with senior level leadership.  Ability to challenge and influence as appropriate across multiple organizational levels. Results focused and detailed.  Continuously aligns goals with the business and seeks feedback from business. Demonstrated high level of personal credibility. Demonstrated creativity and proficiency in talent acquisition, retention, organizational design, compensation and development. Ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with all levels within an organization. Excellent oral and written communication abilities.  Proven ability to develop and deliver effective presentations. Experience and desire to work in a fast-paced, complex, dynamic and multi-cultural business environment. Strong PC skills including MS Office.  HRIS/PeopleSoft experience preferred. Able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, remain focused under pressure, work extended hours and ability to travel based on the needs of the business. Thomson Reuters employees take pride in providing our customers around the world with information that is timely, accurate, unbiased and trusted. We have a profound respect for the professions and customers we serve and define our success in terms of their success. Our work environment is dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. We have a result-oriented culture that demands excellence, agility, and the desire to move quickly and precisely to seize opportunities. Our environment is both challenging and supportive - we give employees the opportunity to develop their skills and do their best work.Thomson Reuters values diversity of culture and thought and seeks talented, qualified employees in all its operations around the world regardless of race, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other protected classification under country or local law.Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Company: Thomson Reuters Location: Minneapolis, MN 55401 Job Status Full Time, Employee Job Category: Human Resources Career Level: Executive (SVP, VP, Department Head, etc)