Director, HRBP

Job Description

The Director, HR Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as the strategic HR advisor senior executives as assigned. This role will lead and execute HR strategies that align with business priorities across assigned organization and potentially other functions. The HRBP will work closely with executive leadership to drive organizational effectiveness, develop talent strategies, and support high-impact people initiatives across a dynamic, global workforce.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner and provide strategic HR support to senior leaders as assigned.
• Develop and implement talent strategies that drive growth, efficiency, and organizational capability across the functional organizations and other assigned functions.
• Translate business strategies into integrated people plans, including workforce planning, talent development, succession, and culture transformation.
• Collaborate across regional HRBPs, COEs (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Talent Management), and Shared Services to align global HR programs with local execution.
• Partner with COEs to review and enhance HR policies, processes, and recognition schemes.
• Use HR analytics and insights to inform decisions, assess organizational health, and provide proactive guidance to leaders.
• Coach leaders to build high-performing, inclusive teams and strengthen leadership effectiveness.
• Lead core HR processes such as performance management, talent reviews, organizational design, and employee engagement.
• Drive change management initiatives to support transformation and innovation.
• Proactively manage employee relations and ensure compliance with global employment laws and internal policies.
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field required.
• 8 years of progressive HR experience with at least 3 years in a senior HRBP or equivalent leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting executive leadership in Finance, Legal, Strategy, or Technology organizations.
• Global HR experience in a complex, matrixed organization strongly preferred.
  
  

Skills

• Must possess a high level of flexibility and adaptability to handle both day-to-day operational requirements of the role, as well as think and act strategically in matters related to larger-scale, organizational objectives.
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and coach at the senior level.
• Strategic thinker with a bias for action and results.
• Deep knowledge of talent strategy, change management, and organizational development.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing business needs.
• Collaborative and capable of working across regions, cultures, and stakeholder groups.
• Strong project management skills and comfort managing complexity.
• High degree of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
  
  

Working Conditions

• May be required to attend early or late meetings to accommodate our global teams
• On-site
  
  

Safety Requirements

All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.

Quality And Environmental Responsibilities

Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at talentacquisition@coherent.com .

About Us

Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

Note to recruiters and employment agencies: We will not pay for unsolicited resumes from recruiters and employment agencies unless we have a signed agreement and have required assistance, in writing, for a specific opening.

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