Senior Talent Partner (Workforce Planning)

Job DescriptionAre you curious, motivated, and forward-thinking? At Global Payments, you’ll have the opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and relevant issues in financial services and technology. Our talented people empower us, and we believe in being part of a team that is open, collaborative, entrepreneurial, passionate and above all fun.About the teamThe Talent & Partnering Team plans the Global Payments talent strategy end to end - designing the organization, defining the resources and pipeline to build, developing critical capabilities, and setting clear accountability. By placing the right leaders to drive the strategy and the right team members to deliver it, the team ensures fast, effective execution. Partnering closely with the business, Talent & Partnering equips teams, reinforces accountability, and helps us Win as One Team through Talent Acquisition, Talent Partnering, Organization Design, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, and Executive Effectiveness.Actual Team Talent Programs & Planning Team:The Talent Programs & Planning team equips the organization with tools to design structures that deliver the strategy, builds succession pipelines for critical roles, and drives workforce planning to identify current and future skill and capacity needs. They maintain continuous accountability through Talent KPIs and run special programs that accelerate priority talent initiatives.About the Role:We are looking for a Senior Talent Partner (Workforce Planning). This leader will build the processes, systems, and models required to provide data-driven, forward-looking insights into our global talent needs. Operating in a dynamic integration environment, they will ensure workforce planning is agile and responsive—enabling us to meet immediate business goals while also building for the future. They will translate long-range strategic business plans into actionable workforce strategies, ensuring we have the right people with the right skills in the right locations to achieve our objectives. This is a hands-on, strategic role that serves as the central hub for all workforce-related forecasting, planning, and analytics—empowering the organization to act decisively and adapt quickly as business needs evolve. This role will be located in Cincinnati, OH or Atlanta, GA.What you will be doingBuild basic workforce planning functionDevelop recommendations for agile approach to workforce planning at Global Payments starting simple and maturingInfluence and gain buy-in for workforce planning with leaders across the enterpriseCo-lead workforce planning technology implantationPartner with peers and across the HR function for integrated workforce plan (skills, succession, location strategy, talent acquisition, etc.)Forecasting, Modeling & Action PlanningAs we mature, develop forecasting models based on business growth targets, financial plans, and productivity assumptionsCreate supply models that account for internal talent movement (promotions, transfers, attrition) and external labor market trends.Conduct gap analyses to identify future surpluses or deficits in critical roles and skill setsBuild and run scenario models to assess the workforce impact of strategic initiatives such as M&A, new market entry, or major technology shiftsLead the annual / quarterly strategic workforce planning cycle in close partnership with Finance and business leadersTranslate model outputs into concrete workforce plans, outlining specific strategies for talent acquisition, internal mobility, leadership development, and reskilling to address identified gapsBusiness Partnership & Advisory:Serve as the primary "connector" between HR, Finance, and the business on all WFP mattersAct as a strategic advisor to business leaders, using data to challenge assumptions and co-create effective talent strategiesEducate and upskill HR and business partners on the principles and practices of workforce planningWhat you bring:10+ years of dedicated experience in a workforce planning, HR analytics, or people analytics role within a complex, global organizationDeep, hands-on expertise in WFP methodologies, including demand/supply forecasting, scenario modeling, and gap analysisAdvanced proficiency in statistical analysis and data modeling tools (e.g., advanced Excel, Python, R, or similar)Expertise in Workday HCM and its workforce planning modules, including a proven track record of designing and implementing the system for WFPStrong financial acumen and experience partnering closely with Finance on headcount planning and budget alignmentDemonstrated ability to translate complex data into a compelling strategic narrative for an executive audienceGrowth mind-set, team player, who is ready to work closely with peers to build a brand new, fully integrated new functionAbility to pivot and work in an agile way in a dynamic environmentWhat we offer you:A career at Global Payments is more than just a job. It’s the chance to shape the future of Fintech. At Global Payments, we offer you:A voice in the future of FintechAlways-on learning and developmentCollaborative work environmentOpportunities to give backCompetitive salary, bonus and benefits#LI-BJ1EEOC StatementWorldpay is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available here.If you are made a conditional offer of employment and will be working in the United States, you will be required to undergo a drug test. In developing this job description care was taken to include all competencies and requirements needed to successfully perform the position. 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