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Human Resources Director

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In short

Emerson is looking for an experienced Human Resources Director in Nanjing, China, to provide strategic HR leadership and partnership. This role will oversee HR operations, talent management, and employee experience, ensuring compliance with local laws and fostering a positive company culture.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a trusted advisor and partner to the leadership team, aligning people strategies with business objectives.
  • Develop and execute an integrated HR strategy supporting operational excellence, talent sustainability, and business success.
  • Ensure full compliance with local labor laws, employment regulations, company policies, and Emerson standards.
  • Lead enterprise-wide talent management initiatives including acquisition, performance management, and development.
  • Foster an inclusive, high-performance culture reflecting Emerson's values.
  • Champion employee health, safety, wellbeing, and sustainability initiatives.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing HR team.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 15 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including significant leadership experience supporting medium to large multinational manufacturing organizations.
  • Proven track record of partnering with senior business leaders to drive organizational transformation, talent strategies, and business performance.
  • Strong knowledge of China labor laws, employment regulations, and HR best practices.
  • Demonstrated expertise in talent management, organizational development, employee relations, culture transformation, leadership development, and change management.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills.
  • High degree of integrity, professionalism, business maturity, and sound judgment.
  • Good communication and presentation skills in Mandarin and English.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, effectively managing competing priorities.

Desired Qualifications

  • Master's degree or MBA preferred.
  • Ability to balance legal compliance and business needs through practical and commercially sound solutions.
  • Ability to translate insights into actionable business recommendations.
  • Ability to build credibility and trust across all levels of the organization.
  • Ability to deliver sustainable business outcomes.

Benefits

  • Competitive benefits plans
  • Variety of medical insurance plans
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee resource groups
  • Recognition programs
  • Flexible time off plans
  • Paid parental leave (maternal and paternal)
  • Vacation and holiday leave
  • Ongoing career development
  • Support to thrive
  • Mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities
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Company

Emerson

Job Posted

1 month ago

Employment Type

Full Time

WorkMode

On Site

Experience Level

Executive

Locations

Nanjing, China

Qualification

Bachelor, Master, No Formal Education

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