HR Director & Global HR Business Partner
10 days ago San Jose
About us
Cadence is a pivotal leader in computational software.
- Size: 10,000+ employees
- Industry: Technology: Manufacturing
Why you should apply for a job to Cadence Design Systems:
Ranked as one of the Best Technology Companies in 2024
4.4/5 in overall job satisfaction
4.4/5 in supportive management
87% say women are treated fairly and equally to men
89% would recommend this company to other women
87% say the CEO supports gender diversity
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At Cadence, we hire and develop leaders and innovators who want to make an impact on the world of technology.
The HR Director and Global HR Business Partner will:
• Partner with the executive leader and leadership team across organizational levels on business strategy, organization effectiveness, workforce planning, leadership, talent, and culture, achieving results through people.
• Anticipate structural and capability needs and provide proactive, pragmatic counsel on organizational design, succession, retention, leadership transitions, performance, and complex employee matters.
• Lead global talent and HR processes for the business group, including talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, compensation planning, promotions, and development.
• Use business and workforce insights to identify organizational risks, capability gaps, and opportunities, then translate them into scalable problem solving and clear actions.
• Lead the people strategy for reorganizations, integrations, acquisitions, and other business transformations.
• Connect regional HR teams and HR Centers of Excellence to deliver coordinated, consistent solutions across the global organization.
• Coach and develop one direct report, setting clear priorities and building HR capability.
• Partner closely with regional HR Business Partners to support global initiatives and talent strategies.
• Facilitate team meetings and leadership offsites as needed.
Requirements:
• 8-10 years of relevant, progressive HR experience, including strategic partnership with senior executives, technical teams, and global leadership.
• BA or BS degree, preferably with an emphasis in HR or business; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated strength in organizational design, workforce planning, talent and succession, change leadership, performance management, compensation, and employee relations.
• Experience leveraging workforce data to assess talent challenges and translate insights into transformational change.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, written and oral communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong business acumen, executive presence, discretion, and sound judgment in assessing and addressing complex problems.
• A self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, culturally diverse, fast-moving environment and brings practical, solutions-driven ideas.
How You'll Lead:
You will build trust quickly, constructively challenge leaders, facilitate effective conversations, and connect people decisions to business outcomes. Success requires energy, initiative, a global mindset, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to move comfortably between executive-level strategy and hands-on implementation.
The annual salary range for California is $171,500 to $318,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't.
The HR Director and Global HR Business Partner will:
• Partner with the executive leader and leadership team across organizational levels on business strategy, organization effectiveness, workforce planning, leadership, talent, and culture, achieving results through people.
• Anticipate structural and capability needs and provide proactive, pragmatic counsel on organizational design, succession, retention, leadership transitions, performance, and complex employee matters.
• Lead global talent and HR processes for the business group, including talent reviews, succession planning, performance management, compensation planning, promotions, and development.
• Use business and workforce insights to identify organizational risks, capability gaps, and opportunities, then translate them into scalable problem solving and clear actions.
• Lead the people strategy for reorganizations, integrations, acquisitions, and other business transformations.
• Connect regional HR teams and HR Centers of Excellence to deliver coordinated, consistent solutions across the global organization.
• Coach and develop one direct report, setting clear priorities and building HR capability.
• Partner closely with regional HR Business Partners to support global initiatives and talent strategies.
• Facilitate team meetings and leadership offsites as needed.
Requirements:
• 8-10 years of relevant, progressive HR experience, including strategic partnership with senior executives, technical teams, and global leadership.
• BA or BS degree, preferably with an emphasis in HR or business; an advanced degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated strength in organizational design, workforce planning, talent and succession, change leadership, performance management, compensation, and employee relations.
• Experience leveraging workforce data to assess talent challenges and translate insights into transformational change.
• Strong facilitation, presentation, written and oral communication, and analytical skills.
• Strong business acumen, executive presence, discretion, and sound judgment in assessing and addressing complex problems.
• A self-starter who thrives in a collaborative, culturally diverse, fast-moving environment and brings practical, solutions-driven ideas.
How You'll Lead:
You will build trust quickly, constructively challenge leaders, facilitate effective conversations, and connect people decisions to business outcomes. Success requires energy, initiative, a global mindset, strong analytical judgment, and the ability to move comfortably between executive-level strategy and hands-on implementation.
The annual salary range for California is $171,500 to $318,500. You may also be eligible to receive incentive compensation: bonus, equity, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the salary range is a guideline and compensation may vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies and work location. Our benefits programs include: paid vacation and paid holidays, 401(k) plan with employer match, employee stock purchase plan, a variety of medical, dental and vision plan options, and more.
We're doing work that matters. Help us solve what others can't.
Additional Information
- Salary: $171,500 – $318,500
- Posted: 10 days ago