Overview
WELCOME TO SITA
SITA is the leading specialist in air transport communications and information technology. We don’t just connect the global aviation industry, we apply decades of experience and expertise to address almost every core business, operational, baggage, and passenger process in air transport. As an organization, we cover 95% of all international air travel destinations and work with over 2,800 air transport and government customers in every corner of the globe. Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of technology while embracing our collaborative, and inclusive culture.
Ready to redefine air travel? The journey starts here, with you at SITA.
ABOUT THE ROLE & TEAM
Senior Manager People Business Partner (“People BP”), partners with the leadership team of a given function to determine business needs and drive decision-making processes and strategy for People specific matters.
People BP collaborate with the other People Teams to directly contribute to reaching the organization's business objectives leveraging people capabilities. As such contributes to relevant business decisions as a member of the BU / Entity's leadership team.
Successful People BP acts as a consultant, with strong business acumen and a commercial mindset, owns the People Strategy, and is responsible for the implementation and follow-up. As a business professional exhibiting role model leadership behaviors, embracing a growth mindset, proactively seeking improvement and solutions, challenging the status quo, displaying resilience, and proudly championing cross-functional strengths.
WHAT YOU WILL DO
Strategic Partnership
- Serve as a strategic advisor to business leaders on all people-related matters.
- Translate business objectives into a clear People Strategy and actionable plans.
- Influence and support organizational design, workforce planning, and change management.
Leadership Coaching & Culture
- Empower and coach leaders to build high-performing, inclusive teams.
- Champion a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration.
- Role model leadership behaviors and foster a growth mindset across the organization.
Talent & Capability Development
- Drive talent development, succession planning, and retention strategies.
- Promote a skills-based approach to workforce planning and capability building.
- Lead performance management processes to ensure alignment and impact.
Employee Experience & Engagement
- Enhance the employee experience through proactive engagement and feedback mechanisms.
Change & Transformation
- Lead and facilitate organizational change and transformation initiatives.
- Act as a change agent, ensuring alignment between people and business strategies.
Collaboration & Efficiency
- Partner with COEs (e.g., Talent Acquisition, L&D, C&B) and Local HR Managers to deliver seamless HR services.
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Human Resources, Organizational Psychology or equivalent.
- Member of Professional HR association preferred.
- Graduate qualifications with 10+ years of HR generalist and/or organizational. development experience in a complex, competitive environment (high tech or service sector).
- 5+ years in workforce management, including operating in a strategic and consultancy capacity.
- International workforce management background.
Key Competencies & Skills
- Industry knowledge.
- Organizational knowledge.
- Financial knowledge, Budget, Forecast.
- Consultative Problem Solving.
- Project management, Risk management.
- Collaboration and Networking.
- Persuasion and influence.
- Data Foundation, Data Interpretation, Data Storytelling, Technological Savviness.
- Strategic HR expertise.
- Employee Experience Management.
- Change Management.
- Growth Mindset, Innovation, and Iteration.
- Excellent oral and written language skills in English.
- Problem-solving and root cause identification skills.
- Ability to operate in a virtual, multicultural, and cross-functional environment.
WHAT WE OFFER
At SITA, we disrupt the status quo, by empowering our people to pioneer innovations that touch the lives of billions. Bringing together diverse minds from across the globe, we foster a dynamic and positive workplace culture, that values our talented team members for their contributions and dedication. Check out our core benefits, enabling our people across the globe:
Flex Week: Work from home up to 2 days/week (depending on the needs of your team and your customers)
- Flex Day: Shape your workday to suit your life and your plans.
Flex-Location: Take up to 30 days a year to work from any location in the world.
Employee Wellbeing: We’ve got you covered with our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), available to you and your dependents 24/7, 365 days/year, and Champion Health – a personalized, proactive platform to support diverse wellbeing needs.
Professional Development: Level up your skills with our training platforms, including LinkedIn Learning!
Competitive Benefits: Access competitive benefits tailored to the local market and your employment status.
SITA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values a diverse workforce. In support of our Employment Equity Program, women, aboriginal people, members of visible minorities, and/or persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply and self-identify in the application process.