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VP, Head of HR Transformation

Jefferies
New York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/24/2025

Job Description

VP, Head of HR Transformation

Overview :

As the Head of HR Transformation, you will lead efforts within the firm to modernize HR functions, driving automation, and implementing HR AI-based solutions. This role is crucial in ensuring our workforce remains competitive and agile in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. This role will report directly to the Global head of Human Capital.

Key Responsibilities :

1. HR Process Automation : Design and implement automated solutions to streamline HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding / offboarding, employee management, etc. Continuously assess and enhance automation tools to increase operational efficiency and data accuracy, including :

  • Reviewing Oracle HCM to ensure optimal efficiency
  • Establishing a Position Management and Job Architecture Framework

2. AI-driven Talent Solutions : Lead the integration of AI-based tools to support talent acquisition, employee engagement, and retention strategies. Use advanced analytics to develop predictive models that optimize workforce planning and improve employee satisfaction.

3. HR Technology Implementation : Partner with IT and external vendors to deploy and integrate HR technologies that support automation and advanced analytics, including :

  • Overseeing the enhancement of Oracle Cloud Recruiting
  • Implementing a firmwide workforce planning solution
  • Enhancing the oversight and management of Jefferies' contingent workforce leveraging best-in-class tools
  • 4. Change Management : Develop and implement change management strategies to guide the HR team and broader organization through transformation initiatives. Facilitate training and communication efforts to ensure seamless transitions and user adoption of new systems.

    5. Data-Driven Decision Making : Establish a data-driven culture within HR, utilizing HR metrics and analytics to make informed decisions that improve workforce productivity, engagement, and cost-effectiveness. Regularly report on key performance indicators to HR leadership.

    6. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with department heads, IT, and external consultants to ensure HR transformation aligns with the firm's strategic priorities. Act as a bridge between HR and other departments to support organizational goals.

    Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Information Technology, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
  • 8 years of experience in HR transformation, workforce strategy, change management, or related roles, preferably within financial services.
  • Proven expertise in implementing AI and automation solutions within HR functions.
  • Strong knowledge of change management principles and experience driving large-scale HR transformations.
  • Knowledge of HRIS systems including Oracle, Peoplesoft, Oracle Cloud Recruiting
  • Excellent analytical skills and a data-driven mindset.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $150,000 - $165,000

    The salary offered will take into consideration an individual's experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies offers, for eligible employees, an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including : medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays and paid parental leave.

    About Us

    Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (''Jefferies,'' ''we,'' ''us'' or ''our'') is a U.S.-headquartered global full service, integrated investment banking and securities firm. Our largest subsidiary, Jefferies LLC, a U.S. broker-dealer, was founded in the U.S. in 1962 and our first international operating subsidiary, Jefferies International Limited, a U.K. broker-dealer, was established in the U.K. in 1986. Our strategy focuses on continuing to build out our investment banking effort, enhancing our capital markets businesses and further developing our Leucadia Asset Management alternative asset management platform. We offer deep sector expertise across a full range of products and services in investment banking, equities, fixed income, asset and wealth management in the Americas, Europe and the Middle East and Asia.

    At Jefferies, we believe that diversity fosters creativity, innovation and thought leadership through the infusion of new ideas and perspectives. We have made a commitment to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

    Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This includes applicants from historically underrepresented groups, including women, racial and ethnic minorities, members of the LGBTQ community, military veterans, and individuals with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.

    Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity employer, and takes affirmative action to ensure that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.

    Salary : $150,000 - $165,000

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