Senior People Partner Lead

Cision is looking for a Senior People Partner Lead to join our dynamic and evolving People team!

What you'll do

• Build strong relationships with managers and staff to deliver comprehensive HR processes and guidance globally.
• Lead initiatives to identify key drivers of engagement and reduce attrition.
• Stay up-to-date with HR legislation relevant to your geographic remit, and develop strategies to ensure compliance with company policies.
• Foster a strong network with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Support career development by identifying opportunities for growth and creating succession plans.
• Drive global People Team priorities such as onboarding, professional development, leadership coaching, performance reviews, and engagement surveys.
• Manage organizational changes, including employee promotions and approval requests.
• Develop and implement high-impact people strategies to enhance business effectiveness across functions.
• Promote a culture of accountability and performance.
• Act as a change agent, supporting transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with global People teams to align on strategies and objectives.

What you have

• 5+ Years of Progressive HR Experience: Ideally within technical, PR, or communication-focused organizations.
• Must be based in Chicago and available to attend the office regularly.
• Proven Partnership Skills: You excel at building strong partnerships and providing strategic HR advice across all levels and departments.
• Strategic Contributor: You have experience influencing organizational strategy and contributing to key business decisions.
• In-Depth Knowledge of Labor Laws: Expertise in local labor and employment laws, with global exposure being a plus.
• Commitment to Equality and Diversity: You actively promote diversity and inclusion, with a solid understanding of equal opportunities.
• Commercial Acumen & Analytical Skills: You possess strong business insight and analytical skills to develop and implement effective HR solutions.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Your voice will be key to success in this role, as you’ll need to articulate ideas and influence decisions effectively.
• Highly Organized with Attention to Detail: A keen eye for detail and strong organizational skills are essential.
• Strong Presentation Skills: You’re confident presenting to senior leadership and decision-makers, with the ability to engage and persuade.
• Results-Oriented and Service-Minded: You have a proven track record of building credibility and trust with business leaders, driving initiatives, and delivering results.
• Adaptable & Agile: You excel at managing multiple projects simultaneously, adjusting to changing priorities, and maintaining a calm, confident demeanor in fast-paced environments.