Director Global Human Resources at MICROVAST INC – Stafford, Texas

Director Global Human Resources

Are you ready to be part of a company that's not just talking about the future, but energetically shaping it? Join the Microvast Team (NASDAQ: MVST), a technology innovator that designs, develops and manufactures lithium-ion battery solutions. Founded in 2006 and headquartered in Stafford, TX, Microvast is renowned for its cutting-edge cell technology and its vertical integration capabilities which extend from core battery chemistry (cathode, anode, electrolyte, and separator) to battery packs. By integrating the process from raw material to system assembly, Microvast has developed a family of products covering a broad breadth of market applications. More information can be found on the corporate website: www.microvast.com

If you’re ready to be part of a company that’s not just adapting to change, but driving it, Microvast is the place for you. Apply now and electrify your career with a true leader in the global energy transformation.

Position Summary

The Global HR Director is a strategic leader responsible for developing and implementing human resource initiatives that align with Microvast’s goals and drive business success. Reporting direct to the President, this role involves overseeing all aspects of HR management, including talent acquisition, employee relations, compensation and benefits, learning and development, and compliance. The HR Director fosters a positive organizational culture, utilizing data-driven insights to enhance employee engagement and performance. By collaborating with executive leadership, the HR Director ensures the organization attracts and retains top talent, adapts to industry changes, and operates within legal and regulatory frameworks. This position requires exemplary leadership skills and the ability to mentor and develop a high-performing HR team. This position requires excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, the ability to work with minimal supervision, and the ability to perform duties effectively.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Strategic Human Resource Planning:
  1. Spearhead the development and global implementation of HR strategies that align with business objectives, ensuring they resonate across all regions.
  2. Guide workforce planning initiatives globally to anticipate organizational needs, supporting executive leadership in succession and growth planning.
  3. Partner with executive leadership to establish global HR policies that foster a cohesive organizational culture and positive work environment.
• Employee Relations and Engagement:
  1. Serve as a strategic advisor to global leadership on complex employee relations issues, ensuring a cohesive and inclusive workplace culture.
  2. Design and evaluate global employee engagement initiatives, directing regional teams to implement strategies that drive job satisfaction and productivity.
  3. Establish protocols for the resolution of employee grievances and disputes, empowering regional managers to address issues effectively.
• Compensation and Benefits Oversight:
  1. Direct the design of competitive global compensation and benefits programs, ensuring they are equitable and attractive across different regions.
  2. Lead market analysis efforts to maintain competitive global salary structures, advising on regional differentiation where necessary.
• Compliance and Policy Development:
  1. Ensure global HR policies are compliant with international labor laws and align with organizational ethics and standards.
  2. Overhaul and standardize organizational policies and employee handbooks to stay current with global legislative changes.
  3. Lead compliance audits at a global level, directing regional teams in implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• HR Data and Analytics:
  1. Drive the use of HR analytics globally, employing data-driven insights to inform strategic HR decisions and measure initiative effectiveness.
  2. Develop a global HR data framework that ensures accuracy and accessibility, enabling strategic decision-making at all organizational levels.
  3. Provide leadership with actionable insights on global workforce planning and key HR metrics.
• Organizational Development and Change Management:
  1. Lead the creation of global organizational development strategies that promote innovation and adaptability across all regions.
  2. Drive global change management initiatives, ensuring clear communication and stakeholder engagement across the organization.
  3. Evaluate global organizational changes, leading efforts to optimize processes and strengthen company culture.
• Budget and Resource Management:
  1. Oversee the global HR budget, ensuring alignment with corporate strategic priorities and efficient resource utilization.
  2. Direct resource allocation across HR operations globally, optimizing the use of staff and technology to enhance service delivery.
  3. Monitor and ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of global HR projects, maximizing the return on investment.
• Leadership and Mentoring:
  1. Inspire a global HR team, cultivating a high-performance culture that supports collaboration and growth.
  2. Champion mentorship and professional development initiatives for HR staff, promoting career growth and retention.
  3. Closely liaise with leadership team, driving strategic discussions and shaping the direction of the organization while implementing standardized initiatives and sharing standard processes.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Required Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Psychology; preferred Master’s degree in a similar field.
• Relevant 8 years of leadership experience commensurate with the level of the position; 5 years minimum in a publicly traded company in a similar role
• Strategic Mindset with the ability to align HR Strategies with overall business goals and objectives and understand how HR initiatives drive organizational success
• Strong Communication, Interpersonal & Influencing Skills
• Ability to travel up to 15% domestically and internationally
• Authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now and in the future

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

• Senior-level experience setting the functional strategy and direction of an organization across a global enterprise
• A demonstrable experience in leading a large global organization, preferably in a matrix organization
• Cultural transformation and change management experience
• Incentive compensation and total rewards experience
• M&A integration experience
• Global business transformation and change management experience
• Flexibility to work outside of standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays, to meet critical business needs, project deadlines, or respond to operational or emergency situations.

Expected Compensation

Annual salary + bonus and stock awards +benefits

Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.

Applicants for employment at Microvast must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Microvast is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any factor, including veteran status and disability status, protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Microvast is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

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