Leadership Program (SLP) - Human Resources

Stanley Black & Decker offers a high-visibility pathway to HR and People Operations leadership through its Stanley Black & Decker Leadership Program (SLP) – Human Resources . This rotational, two-year program helps recent graduates build real-world experience across three U.S. facility rotations , supported by structured development, meaningful project work, and ongoing learning resources.

Alongside a competitive salary (USD 51,700 - 83,300 per year) , participants can access a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, life, vision, wellness program, and disability coverage, plus 401(k) and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan . You’ll also have access to paid time off , tuition reimbursement , and discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs , along with paid vacation, holidays, and personal days and annual merit increases .

What you’ll do

• Build relationships and become a trusted advisor to business groups while ensuring the efficiency and effectiveness of solutions that support business goals.
• Lead HR and analytics projects focused on streamlining processes and increasing working capital turns, including communicating challenges that may affect project deliverables.
• Plan, manage, and deliver assigned projects throughout rotational assignments.
• Facilitate structured training programs to support business transformation.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and make constructive suggestions for change.
• Report out and present project deliverables to program peers and company leaders on a regular rhythm.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, Analytics, or Communications .
• Demonstrated leadership experience paired with a strong academic background.
• Prior internships in HR, Analytics, or Project Management .
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment without constant direction or supervision.
• Strong communication skills including verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, plus presentation and facilitation skills; social media savvy communicator; ability to communicate across potential language barriers.
• Demonstrated quantitative, analytical, creative problem-solving, and conceptual skills.
• Resourcefulness navigating ambiguity by using internal and external channels to find solutions.
• Excellent networking and collaboration skills, including the ability to build alliances, influence others, and work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail, with the ability to be proactive, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments on a timely basis.

Program details

• Rotation every 6-12 months across work assignments, projects, and teams; relocation for a minimum of one rotation may be required .
• Hybrid role across New Britain, CT , Towson, MD , and Valley City, OH .

Learning & development

Stanley Black & Decker’s lifelong learning philosophy includes access to state-of-the-art learning resources, such as its Lean Academy and an online university with certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities.

Equal opportunity

All qualified applicants to Stanley Black & Decker are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, or any other protected characteristic.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

• Applicants may be asked to voluntarily provide information to determine eligibility.
• Any information provided will be kept confidentially other than as required to make necessary WOTC disclosures and in accordance with applicable laws.