Senior Strategic Human Resources Business Partner

Overview Sony Electronics Inc. is looking for risk-takers, collaborators, and inspired professionals who want to work at the cutting edge of technology to create solutions that enrich and improve lives globally. The organization emphasizes Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and offers innovative work-life balance opportunities including a hybrid home/office workplace, monthly "Free Fridays", and early shutdowns on Fridays throughout the year, including half-days during the summer. Join us on our mission to fill the world with emotion through the power of creativity and technology. Senior HR Business Partner – Senior HRBP The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) plays a critical role in supporting the execution of key people strategies and programs across the organization. Working with business leaders, HR Business Partners, Compensation, People Experience, and other HR Centers of Excellence, this role drives organizational effectiveness through talent management, performance management, employee relations, compensation initiatives, workforce planning, and leadership support. The ideal candidate is collaborative, thrives in a matrixed environment, builds strong cross-functional relationships, and translates HR strategies into practical business solutions. Responsibilities Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, providing guidance on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, employee relations, organizational design, and talent strategies. Partner with business leaders to align people initiatives with organizational objectives and operational priorities. Support change management, business transformation, restructuring, growth initiatives, and evolving organizational needs. Influence outcomes through collaboration across a decentralized and matrixed organization. Compensation, Rewards & Workforce Planning Partner closely with the Compensation team to support the execution of compensation programs, processes, and annual cycles. Support annual compensation activities including salary reviews, promotions, equity reviews, recognition programs, etc. Assist with sales incentive programs, spot award programs, and other recognition initiatives. Help ensure consistent application and understanding of compensation programs, guidelines, and practices across client groups. Performance Management & Talent Programs Partner with People Experience Team to support the implementation and adoption of talent, performance management, leadership development, and succession planning programs. Collaborate with leaders to establish meaningful goals, KPIs, and performance expectations aligned with business objectives. Coach managers on performance conversations, employee development, feedback practices, and accountability. Support talent review and succession planning activities through leader consultation and program execution. Reinforce organizational talent initiatives through leader engagement, communication, and change management support. Employee Relations & Manager Effectiveness Lead and support employee relations matters, workplace investigations, performance improvement efforts, and conflict resolution activities. Coach leaders on employee relations issues, performance concerns, policy application, and risk mitigation. Build manager capability through ongoing consultation, training, and practical leadership support. Partner with leaders to improve team effectiveness, employee engagement, and workplace culture. HR Programs, Projects & Continuous Improvement Identify opportunities to improve, streamline, and scale HR programs, processes, and tools. Support the implementation of new HR initiatives, policies, and programs in partnership with HR Centers of Excellence. Lead and participate in cross-functional HR projects that enhance organizational effectiveness and employee experience. Provide feedback and insights to HR teams regarding business needs, program effectiveness, and opportunities for improvement. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor\'s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Industrial/Organizational Psychology, or related field. 10+ years of progressive HR experience with significant experience in strategic HR business partnership, organizational design, workforce planning, compensation-related consulting, or organizational effectiveness. Demonstrated experience advising leaders on organizational structure, role design, workforce planning, and organizational effectiveness initiatives. Strong understanding of job architecture, position management, job description development, job leveling, career frameworks, and compensation philosophy. Experience supporting organizational restructures, workforce transformations, mergers, acquisitions, integrations, or large-scale organizational changes. Experience developing, implementing, and improving HR programs, processes, governance models, and talent initiatives. Experience leveraging HRIS platforms, workforce analytics, and organizational data to support decision-making. Demonstrated ability to influence decisions and drive results without direct authority. Strong project management, consulting, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations and business cases. Preferred Qualifications Experience working within a complex, matrixed organization with shared services and Centers of Excellence. Experience building HR programs, policies, governance frameworks, and organizational processes from the ground up. Strong background in compensation, job architecture, organizational design, and workforce planning. Experience with HRIS platforms and organizational management tools. Certifications in organizational development, compensation, talent management, or Korn Ferry tools are a plus. Compensation & Benefits Base pay range: $146,939 to $195,919. The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, including the qualifications of the applicant, years of relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and location. Bonus & Benefits: Eligible for an annual corporate bonus plan based on company performance; comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid medical leave, 401(k) with matching contributions, vacation, education assistance, student loan assistance, paid sick leave, and parental leave. Compliance & Equity Sony Electronics is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values a broad cross-cultural perspective. We strive to create an inclusive environment, empower employees, and embrace diversity. All applicants will receive fair and impartial treatment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, legally protected disability, protected veteran status, status in the U.S. uniformed services, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis protected under applicable law. California and Philadelphia applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with applicable Fair Chance Acts and ordinances. Los Angeles and Philadelphia locations have additional information pages linked for fair chance acts. Disability Accommodation Sony provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. For requests, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io or mail your resume to Sony Electronics, Human Resources Department, 16535 Via Esprillo, San Diego CA 92127. Please indicate the position you are applying for. Recruitment Fraud Notice We advise applicants to verify job postings on our official Careers page: We never request personal identifying information during initial stages. If in doubt, contact View email address on click.appcast.io before submitting information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Sony Electronics