Senior Strategic People Business Partner

**The Senior Strategic People Services Business Partner serves as a** **trusted strategic advisor to senior and executive leaders** **, aligning people strategies with business objectives to drive organizational performance, leadership effectiveness, and long‑term workforce sustainability. This role brings critical** **Employee Relations expertise** **, enterprise‑level judgment, and a consultative approach to complex people challenges, including executive matters, organizational change, and succession planning.** The role partners closely with leadership and Corporate People functions to design and implement **scalable, compliant, and high‑impact people strategies** that balance business outcomes, risk mitigation, and employee experience. **Key Responsibilities** **Executive Partnership & Strategic Alignment** + Act as a strategic advisor to senior and executive leaders, providing counsel on workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, and people‑related risk. + Align people strategies with short‑ and long‑term business priorities to support growth, transformation, and operational excellence. + Influence executive decision‑making by translating business goals into actionable people strategies supported by sound judgment and data‑driven insights. + Serve as a thought partner to leadership during complex organizational decisions. **Employee Relations Leadership** + Lead and manage **complex, high‑risk Employee Relations matters** , including executive‑level concerns, sensitive investigations, performance issues, terminations, and organizational actions. + Ensure consistent, fair, and legally compliant application of policies, procedures, and employment practices. + Identify systemic Employee Relations trends and risks, proactively advising leaders on mitigation strategies. + Partner closely with Legal and People leadership to ensure defensible, values‑aligned outcomes. **Succession Planning & Talent Strategy** + Lead succession planning for executive and critical roles, assessing readiness and identifying development needs to ensure leadership continuity. + Facilitate talent reviews and workforce planning discussions that inform enterprise talent decisions. + Coach leaders on developing high‑potential and successor talent aligned to long‑term business needs. **Leadership Effectiveness & Organizational Development** + Provide executive‑level coaching to strengthen leadership capability, decision‑making, and team effectiveness. + Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives in response to evolving business needs. + Champion a performance‑driven culture through goal setting, ongoing performance evaluation, and annual review processes. **Analytics, Governance & Enterprise Impact** + Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform strategic decisions, measure effectiveness, and identify trends. + Ensure compliance with all applicable employment laws, regulations, policies, and internal standards. + Partner with Compensation, Benefits, HRIS, and other People functions to deliver integrated, enterprise‑wide solutions. **Knowledge, Skills & Abilities** + Strong executive presence with the ability to build credibility and influence at the highest levels of the organization. + Deep expertise in Employee Relations, employment law principles, and risk mitigation. + Demonstrated business acumen with the ability to connect people decisions to operational and financial outcomes. + Exceptional judgment, discretion, and ability to navigate sensitive situations. + Ability to synthesize data, diagnose complex issues, and deliver clear strategic recommendations. + Strong communication skills and adaptability in a fast‑paced, evolving environment. **Additional Information** + Estimated travel is approximately 25% annually. + This role is eligible for a comprehensive total rewards package and annual bonus. **Basic Qualifications** + Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. + Ten or more years of progressive HR experience with demonstrated depth in Employee Relations, organizational effectiveness, and talent strategy. + Proven experience advising senior and executive leaders in complex, high‑impact environments. **Preferred Qualifications** + Master's degree preferred. + SPHR or equivalent certification preferred. + Experience supporting large, complex, or multi‑region organizations. We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim. The "Know Your Rights" Poster is included here: Know Your Rights (English) (Know Your Rights (Spanish) The pay transparency policy is available here: Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Poster-Formatted (QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to talentacquisition@ and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. It's exhilarating to find yourself at a pivotal moment in history- and even more so to be leading the way. At QTS Data Centers, we are proud to stand at the forefront of today's dynamic digital transformation. Our world-class data centers empower our customers' most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us as a global leader in digital infrastructure. As AI and cloud technologies fuel the demand for increased speed, capacity, and innovation, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader. We are committed to connecting the globe for good. Driven by purpose and a spirit of innovation, we design, build, and operate some of the most advanced data centers worldwide. In addition to our cutting-edge technology, we are dedicated to sustainability, incorporating renewable energy solutions to minimize our environmental footprint and drive meaningful impact. As a proud portfolio company of Blackstone, QTS is uniquely positioned to achieve ambitious growth and innovation goals. At QTS, we are _Powered by People_ . Our team members are the cornerstone of our culture, innovation, and growth. They are mission-driven, resourceful, and committed to making a positive impact in the communities where we live and work. Together, we're achieving remarkable things and shaping the future of digital infrastructure. And we'd like to invite you to join us. In addition to a variety of benefit packages, QTS goes above and beyond for our employees: + Roth and Traditional 401(k) matching contributions with immediate vesting + Every employee is bonus or commission eligible + Generous PTO, Paid Volunteer Days Plus Floating Holidays + Stock Purchase Plan (SPP) + 11 paid Holidays Annually/Holiday compensation when worked + Pet and Legal Insurance + Q-Rest Sabbatical Program + Q-Anniversary Service Award Program + Parental Leave for primary and secondary caregivers + Military Benefits Package + QTS Charitable Matching Gift Program + QTS Scholarship for Employee Dependents + QTS Crisis Fund + Wellness Program + Tuition Reimbursement Program

Created: 2026-04-02