Senior HR Manager - Legal

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We're the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.

 

Role Description:

As the Senior Manager HR for LPA, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing people strategies that support the business priorities and drive organizational success across the Legal & Public Affairs department, globally. This role requires an experienced, strategic business partner who can deliver and implement people solutions that align with global objectives, enhance employee engagement, and foster a high-performance culture.

 

Key Job Responsibilities and Duties: 

• Partner with the Chief Legal Officer and her  Legal and Public Affairs Leadership Team to understand business objectives and translate them into effective people programs.
• Collaborate with (ELT-level) business leaders to identify talent needs and develop strategies for attracting, retaining, and developing top talent.
• Develop and implement HR initiatives that support business growth, talent management, and organizational development across LPA.
• Provide strategic input on talent acquisition, strategic workforce planning and performance management to the global and regional HR CoE's ensuring alignment, teamwork and effective communication.
• Lead conversations and implement outcomes of succession planning, and career development initiatives.
• Monitor and analyze people metrics to identify trends, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and performance excellence.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive workplace through various company, ERG initiatives and programs.
• Ensure adherence to local, regional, and global labor laws and regulations.
• Share best practices and insights with HR peers globally to drive consistency and innovation.
• Represent the HR function in LPA leadership meetings and contribute to broader business strategies.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 

• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a trusted partnership role with senior executives.

• Ability to apply metrics and analysis to inform business leaders about trends and to identify targeted areas of opportunity for impact such as organizational health and efficiency, cost effectiveness, process improvement.

• Proven ability to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business goals and drive results.

• Proven ability to coordinate, influence and drive results without direct authority.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated experience in managing complex employee relations issues and fostering a positive work environment.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with a high degree of autonomy and decision-making authority.

• Excellent communication skills, including, influencing, coaching and mentoring.

• An expert in HR process and policy that is relevant to the function/region they are operating in.

• Expert in delivering large scale organizational change programmes and/or people roadmaps.

• A thorough understanding of managing talent lifecycles and resourcing plans.

• Ability to work cross functionally and partner with multiple business areas to impact business decisions.

• Ability to drive and own large change programmes.

• Strategic mindset, with the ability to focus on operational details.

Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance:

Booking.com's Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:

• Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave

• Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)

• Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit 

 

Inclusion at Booking.com: 

Inclusion has been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. 

Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: "At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn't just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It's a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech." 

We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

 

Application Process: 

• Let's go places together: How we Hire

 

Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive.

Pre-Employment Screening

If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.