Global Director HRBP - Legal and Human Resources

US152580 New York · No City · KUS51630 No CityFull-time$156k–$297kPosted Jul 18, 2026

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

As a Global HR Business Partner at Kyndryl, you will focus on strategic HR Leadership collaborating with HR Leaders and line management to enable impactful talent management initiatives across multiple countries. Your responsibilities will include providing strategic advice and counsel on initiatives such as workforce optimization and recommending solutions to complex employee relations and HR challenges. 

By partnering with HR Centers of Excellence and Country HR Leaders, you will deploy and execute HR programs designed to enhance learning and upskilling capabilities, recognize and reward achievements, and foster an engaged and healthy global workforce. Your role will be crucial in aligning workforce development and productivity with business goals to support continued and expansive growth objectives. This role supports the Legal and HR organizations within Enterprise Shared Services, supporting c.1,500 Kyndryls across 49 countries.

Your primary responsibilities include the following:

  • Owns people strategy for global area of responsibility and partners with the country HR teams and COEs to facilitate execution.

  • Partners and collaborates with the CFO and Finance leadership teams to develop and deliver HR solutions that proactively support business strategy, results and employee engagement.

  • Provides advice & counsel to HR COEs on multiple global initiatives including talent, learning, diversity, strategic workforce planning, total rewards etc. 

  • Provides expert guidance & advice based on best practice employed across multiple counties, to stakeholders on complex HR issues.

  • Drives a robust operating system across the global HR operating model to deliver proactive HR support to all stakeholders, in line with business objectives.

  • Collaborates with Country HR Partners/COEs, providing functional direction and drives execution of agreed upon actions (such as compensation, performance management, talent review, and workforce diversity)

Your Future at Kyndryl 

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies.  Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. You have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development, and to support others in theirs. You take your work seriously and prioritize customer impact. Most importantly, you understand that the most successful teams trust and enjoy each other and are naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

To be successful in the role you will have the following required skills and experience:

  • Minimum of 10+ years as a HR business partner with experience supporting executive leaders: balances vision, drive for results, a learning orientation and employee outcomes across complex teams. 

  • Broad HR background including compensation, talent management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.

  • A proven track record of success supporting global teams, ideally having worked in a technology environment.

  • Demonstrated experience in analyzing people data, gain insights and make strategic recommendations to support broader talent strategy 

  • Demonstrated experience in highly matrixed organizations

  • Demonstrated ability to present to all levels within an organization

  • Demonstrated ability to build authentic relationships and garner influence as a key thought partner.  Influences executive teams to leverage HR programs and initiatives.

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.   

  • Ability to balance strategic with tactical, hands-on work.

Compensation

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is $156,360 to $296,880 based on a full-time schedule.  Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience.  For part-time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.

There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:

California (San Francisco Bay Area): $187,560 to $356,280 

California (All Other): $171,960 to $326,520 

Colorado: $156,360 to $296,880 

Massachusetts: $156,360 to $326,520 

New York City: $187,560 to $356,280 

Washington: $171,960 to $326,520 

Washington DC: $171,960 to $326,520 

         

This position will be eligible for Kyndryl’s discretionary annual bonus program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Kyndryl’s applicable plans. You may also receive a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical and dental coverage, disability, retirement benefits, paid leave, and paid time off.  Note: If this is a sales commission eligible role, you will be eligible to participate in a sales commission plan in lieu of the annual discretionary bonus program.


Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.  

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations.  At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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