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Edison Electric Institute · 1 week ago

Managing Director, Human Resources

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$195K/yr - $292K/yr

15+ years exp

Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is the association representing all U.S. investor-owned electric companies. They are seeking a Managing Director of Human Resources to modernize HR operations, strengthen core processes, and enhance the employee experience while serving as a strategic partner to organizational leaders.

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Responsibilities

Build a service-oriented HR infrastructure that improves efficiency, strengthens process consistency, and provides employees and leaders with clarity and confidence

Modernize HR processes and optimize HR technology to improve data quality, reporting, and automation, giving the leadership team the insights needed to make informed, strategic decisions and enhancing the overall employee and manager experience

Establish clear operational frameworks that determine what should be managed internally versus strategically outsourced

Partner with Legal and Finance to maintain compliance and uphold operational excellence

Design and lead a forward-thinking talent acquisition strategy that anticipates organizational needs and ensures EEI hires top talent to achieve initiatives

Elevate the recruiting experience by partnering closely with hiring managers to define roles, strengthen selection, and onboard the right talent at the right time

Create an onboarding experience that accelerates connection, clarity, and performance, ensuring every new employee understands EEI’s mission, the significance of their role, and how their work contributes to member value

Shift performance management toward an ongoing, growth-oriented model that prioritizes timely feedback, coaching, and transparent accountability

Ensure consistent guidance, expectations, and support for employees that align with our values by strengthening leadership alignment throughout the organization

Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, offering practical guidance on performance and employee matters, and partnering with General Counsel to ensure decisions align with EEI’s values and legal standards

Guide the administration and evaluation of compensation, benefits, and recognition programs, ensuring they remain competitive and aligned with EEI’s workforce needs by leveraging compensation studies, market benchmarking, and external expertise when needed

Provide insights on evolving workforce expectations and use data and external resources to help EEI maintain attractive, equitable, and relevant offerings across a diverse set of roles

Strengthen talent pipelines through workforce planning and succession planning, with particular emphasis on identifying and developing high-potential employees

Enhance leadership and management effectiveness by supporting programs that develop core people leadership and supervisory skills across the organization

Enhance talent development by creating growth pathways and cross-functional opportunities that build capability and strengthen engagement

Advance employee engagement through practical, integrated approaches that reinforce EEI’s values in daily interactions and HR practices

Qualification

HR strategyHR technology implementationTalent acquisitionPerformance managementEmployee relationsLeadership developmentData analysisCommunication skillsRelationship buildingCollaboration

Required

15+ years of progressive HR experience with strong business partner, generalist, and HR strategy work

Demonstrated experience improving HR processes, systems, and service delivery in a complex or multi-stakeholder environment

Experience coaching and supporting leaders on performance, employee relations, and team development

Background supporting or developing leadership and management development programs

Experience implementing HR technologies (HRIS + ATS) and the ability to use data to guide insights and provide an HR dashboard for the leadership team

Strong business acumen, communication, and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels