• Senior Manager, Human Resources Administration

    Sodexo (Gaithersburg, MD)


    Role Overview

     

    Sodexo is seeking a strategic, solutions-oriented **Senior Manager, Human Resources Administration** to lead and execute HR activities for new account mobilizations across the United States. This role serves as a trusted HR partner to Operations and project teams, ensuring seamless workforce transitions, compliance with labor requirements, and a positive employee experience during periods of change. The Senior HR Manager plays a critical role in workforce planning, labor relations, onboarding, change management, and risk mitigation to support successful business launches and sustained operational excellence. The ideal candidate brings comprehensive HR process knowledge, experience supporting unionized environments, and the flexibility to travel up to 65% of the time.

    What You'll Do

    + Lead HR support for new site mobilizations and transitions, including onboarding and workforce integration;

    + Partner with Operations, Talent Acquisition, Labor Relations, Payroll, and Legal to execute mobilization plans;

    + Support workforce planning, staffing strategies, and labor cost alignment;

    + Manage employee relations and change management during transitions;

    + Support union-related mobilizations and ensure compliance with employment laws and CBAs;

    + Oversee onboarding processes, HR documentation, and system setup;

    + Act as a trusted HR advisor to site and senior leaders;

    + Identify risks, track progress, and support post-mobilization reviews.

     

    What We Offer

     

    Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

     

    + Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

    + 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

    + Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

    + Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

     

    More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

    What You Bring

    + Experience supporting large-scale mobilizations, transitions, or complex change initiatives;

    + Strong knowledge of employment law and employee relations;

    + Experience in unionized environments **_preferred_** ;

    + Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments;

    + Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills;

    + HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP) **_preferred_** .

     

    Who We Are

     

    At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

     

    Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please completethis form (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab) .

     

    Qualifications & Requirements

     

    Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degreeor equivalent experience

     

    Minimum Management Experience - 5 years

    Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years preferred in HR related field

    **Location** _US-OK-Oklahoma City | US-GA-atlanta | US-MD-GAITHERSBURG | US-TX-Dallas_

    **System ID** _985398_

    **Category** _Human Resources_

    **Employment Status** _Full-Time_

    _Exempt_

    **Posted Range** _$75600 to $139700_

    **Company : Segment Desc** _HOSPITALS_

     

    _Remote_