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Why Ryan?
- Flexibility Built for Life: Hybrid and remote work options, depending on the role
- Benefits Starting Day One: Health, dental, and vision coverage effective on your first day for you and your eligible dependents
- Support for Growing Families: 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents, including adoption, plus access to a fertility assistance program
- Time to Recharge: Generous paid time off and eligibility for a four-week, company-paid sabbatical after five years of service
- Investing in Your Future: 401(k) employer match and tuition reimbursement after one year of service
- Fitness Reimbursement: Choose a monthly gym membership or eligible home fitness equipment reimbursement
- An Award-Winning Workplace: Join a culture recognized for its team member experience
The Director, Strategic Talent Business Partners – Technology is a highly visible, hands-on, customer-focused position responsible for leading the People Group function in support of Ryan’s technology organization. The Director serves as the primary strategic talent partner to senior technology leaders and is responsible for the business partner model across technology functions, including 1) Talent Management, 2) Employee Relations, 3) Rewards and Recognition, 4) Employee Communications, 5) Policy and Procedure Development and Administration, 6) Compensation, 7) Immigration, 8) Compliance, 9) Metrics and Reporting, and 10) Workforce and Organizational Planning. This position is highly collaborative and works closely with other People Group functions, as well as Technology, Finance, and business leadership.
Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results
People:
Oversees the management of employee relations and grievance issues including investigation, documentation, and resolution.
In partnership with Legal, oversees immigration and the coordination of expatriate assignments and employment visas.
Develops and maintains workforce, talent, and succession plans for the technology organization, with particular focus on critical technical roles, emerging capabilities, and leadership pipelines.
Develops and maintains strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to speak comfortably and professionally to individuals and groups.
Responsible for selection, evaluation, and supervision of direct reports.
Client:
Oversees the HR Business Partner model for the technology organization, ensuring strong partnerships are in place with technology leaders to identify and coordinate appropriate and effective strategies related to organizational design, workforce planning, integration, talent management, employee relations, jobs, compensation, rewards and recognition, People Group policies and procedures, and other People Group functions.
Ensures effective and efficient processes are in place to support all aspects of the employee life cycle, including, but not limited to, new employee on-boarding, status changes, transfers, promotions, and departures within Workday.
Partners closely with Technology leadership to understand business strategy, operating models, product and platform priorities, and evolving skill requirements, translating those needs into practical talent and organizational strategies.
Advises leaders on attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining technology talent, including professionals across software engineering, product, data and analytics, infrastructure, cybersecurity, architecture, and related technical disciplines.
Value:
Plans, develops, and implements effective and leading-edge human resource strategies, tools, processes, and programs to support Ryan’s technology strategy and position as the leading global tax consulting firm in a highly competitive market.
Oversees the development, implementation, and ongoing administration of employee life cycle programs, including performance evaluation, merit and promotion, and goal setting processes.
In collaboration with Technology and People Group partners, ensures effective use of Workday and other technological platforms to improve and scale talent management and People Group processes, always looking for ways to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and the employee experience.
Ensures the Firm’s compliance with all aspects of country, federal, state, and local employment law; staying abreast of new regulations and making recommendations regarding compliance.
Develops and maintains strategic talent business partner KPIs and management reports that provide meaningful, actionable dashboard data to executive and technology leadership, including insights related to workforce capacity, critical skills, attrition, succession, engagement, and organizational health.
Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field required, with at least eight to 10 years of progressively responsible human resources management experience in a domestic and international environment. Significant experience supporting technology organizations is required, preferably within a large, complex, high-growth, or global technology company. Demonstrated experience partnering with senior leaders across software engineering, product, data and analytics, infrastructure, cybersecurity, or other technical functions is strongly preferred.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have advanced skills in Microsoft® Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Experience with Workday or a comparable enterprise HRIS is preferred. Familiarity with workforce analytics, organizational planning tools, and technology talent market data is strongly preferred.
Certificates and Licenses:
PHR certification required; SPHR certification preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises employees on the STBP team and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws. The role is also responsible for effectively collaborating with senior technology leaders, People Group partners, and a variety of internal stakeholders to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
Work Environment:
Standard indoor working environment.
Long periods of sitting while working at computer.
Occasional long periods of standing.
Position requires regular interaction with employees at all levels of the Firm and interface with external vendors.
Independent travel requirement: 15-20%
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
About Ryan
Build More Than a Career. Create Your Future.
Ryan is an award-winning global tax services and software provider and the only global-scale specialist in business tax. We combine deep tax expertise with consulting, technology, advocacy, and compliance solutions to solve complex challenges and help clients pay only what they owe, freeing capital to invest, grow, and thrive.
At Ryan, team members contribute to meaningful work for many of the world’s most respected organizations. From day one, you’ll have opportunities to solve complex problems, build deep expertise, take ownership of your work, and make a measurable impact while growing at the speed of your own ability.
Our high-performance, people-first culture is supported by the acclaimed myRyan work environment. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, grow professionally and personally, and benefit from support that adapts to your life. Our flexible work philosophy, commitment to work-life success, and comprehensive benefits help you perform at your best. And with a team invested in your success, your contributions are recognized and celebrated.
It’s a culture built to empower you to accelerate, transform, and win—together.
Why Ryan?
- Flexibility Built for Life: Hybrid and remote work options, depending on the role
- Benefits Starting Day One: Health, dental, and vision coverage effective on your first day for you and your eligible dependents
- Support for Growing Families: 14 weeks of 100% paid leave for new parents, including adoption, plus access to a fertility assistance program
- Time to Recharge: Generous paid time off and eligibility for a four-week, company-paid sabbatical after five years of service
- Investing in Your Future: 401(k) employer match and tuition reimbursement after one year of service
- Fitness Reimbursement: Choose a monthly gym membership or eligible home fitness equipment reimbursement
- An Award-Winning Workplace: Join a culture recognized for its team member experience
The Director, Strategic Talent Business Partners – Technology is a highly visible, hands-on, customer-focused position responsible for leading the People Group function in support of Ryan’s technology organization. The Director serves as the primary strategic talent partner to senior technology leaders and is responsible for the business partner model across technology functions, including 1) Talent Management, 2) Employee Relations, 3) Rewards and Recognition, 4) Employee Communications, 5) Policy and Procedure Development and Administration, 6) Compensation, 7) Immigration, 8) Compliance, 9) Metrics and Reporting, and 10) Workforce and Organizational Planning. This position is highly collaborative and works closely with other People Group functions, as well as Technology, Finance, and business leadership.
Duties and responsibilities, as they align to Ryan’s Key Results
People:
Oversees the management of employee relations and grievance issues including investigation, documentation, and resolution.
In partnership with Legal, oversees immigration and the coordination of expatriate assignments and employment visas.
Develops and maintains workforce, talent, and succession plans for the technology organization, with particular focus on critical technical roles, emerging capabilities, and leadership pipelines.
Develops and maintains strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to speak comfortably and professionally to individuals and groups.
Responsible for selection, evaluation, and supervision of direct reports.
Client:
Oversees the HR Business Partner model for the technology organization, ensuring strong partnerships are in place with technology leaders to identify and coordinate appropriate and effective strategies related to organizational design, workforce planning, integration, talent management, employee relations, jobs, compensation, rewards and recognition, People Group policies and procedures, and other People Group functions.
Ensures effective and efficient processes are in place to support all aspects of the employee life cycle, including, but not limited to, new employee on-boarding, status changes, transfers, promotions, and departures within Workday.
Partners closely with Technology leadership to understand business strategy, operating models, product and platform priorities, and evolving skill requirements, translating those needs into practical talent and organizational strategies.
Advises leaders on attracting, developing, engaging, and retaining technology talent, including professionals across software engineering, product, data and analytics, infrastructure, cybersecurity, architecture, and related technical disciplines.
Value:
Plans, develops, and implements effective and leading-edge human resource strategies, tools, processes, and programs to support Ryan’s technology strategy and position as the leading global tax consulting firm in a highly competitive market.
Oversees the development, implementation, and ongoing administration of employee life cycle programs, including performance evaluation, merit and promotion, and goal setting processes.
In collaboration with Technology and People Group partners, ensures effective use of Workday and other technological platforms to improve and scale talent management and People Group processes, always looking for ways to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and the employee experience.
Ensures the Firm’s compliance with all aspects of country, federal, state, and local employment law; staying abreast of new regulations and making recommendations regarding compliance.
Develops and maintains strategic talent business partner KPIs and management reports that provide meaningful, actionable dashboard data to executive and technology leadership, including insights related to workforce capacity, critical skills, attrition, succession, engagement, and organizational health.
Other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field required, with at least eight to 10 years of progressively responsible human resources management experience in a domestic and international environment. Significant experience supporting technology organizations is required, preferably within a large, complex, high-growth, or global technology company. Demonstrated experience partnering with senior leaders across software engineering, product, data and analytics, infrastructure, cybersecurity, or other technical functions is strongly preferred.
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have advanced skills in Microsoft® Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Experience with Workday or a comparable enterprise HRIS is preferred. Familiarity with workforce analytics, organizational planning tools, and technology talent market data is strongly preferred.
Certificates and Licenses:
PHR certification required; SPHR certification preferred.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervises employees on the STBP team and carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Firm’s policies and applicable laws. The role is also responsible for effectively collaborating with senior technology leaders, People Group partners, and a variety of internal stakeholders to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
Work Environment:
Standard indoor working environment.
Long periods of sitting while working at computer.
Occasional long periods of standing.
Position requires regular interaction with employees at all levels of the Firm and interface with external vendors.
Independent travel requirement: 15-20%
Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
About Ryan
Build More Than a Career. Create Your Future.
Ryan is an award-winning global tax services and software provider and the only global-scale specialist in business tax. We combine deep tax expertise with consulting, technology, advocacy, and compliance solutions to solve complex challenges and help clients pay only what they owe, freeing capital to invest, grow, and thrive.
At Ryan, team members contribute to meaningful work for many of the world’s most respected organizations. From day one, you’ll have opportunities to solve complex problems, build deep expertise, take ownership of your work, and make a measurable impact while growing at the speed of your own ability.
Our high-performance, people-first culture is supported by the acclaimed myRyan work environment. You’ll have the freedom to innovate, grow professionally and personally, and benefit from support that adapts to your life. Our flexible work philosophy, commitment to work-life success, and comprehensive benefits help you perform at your best. And with a team invested in your success, your contributions are recognized and celebrated.
It’s a culture built to empower you to accelerate, transform, and win—together.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in business director jobs.
- 7 or more years of progressive business leadership or management experience
- Demonstrated experience owning a P&L, budget, or revenue line
- Strong cross-functional collaboration with finance, operations, and sales teams
- Experience developing and executing multi-year strategic business plans
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field
- Proficiency with CRM platforms, business intelligence tools, and executive reporting
Tips for Your Business Director Job Search
Quantify P&L and revenue ownership
Business director candidates who list exact budget ownership and revenue targets get more callbacks than those who describe scope vaguely. Tie each role to a dollar figure, headcount managed, or measurable growth outcome you drove directly.
Tailor your resume to each vertical
A business director resume that worked in SaaS won't automatically land interviews in healthcare or manufacturing. Reframe your wins using the language and priorities of the target industry before you apply to each opening.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists business director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target companies in active growth cycles
Business director roles open most reliably when a company is expanding a division, entering a new market, or restructuring after a merger. Watch for those signals in company news before filtering your search, so you apply when the need is freshest.
Prepare a cross-functional leadership story
Interviewers for business director roles consistently probe how you align sales, operations, finance, and product toward a shared goal. Prepare two or three specific examples where you coordinated competing stakeholder priorities and delivered a measurable result.
Negotiate scope before negotiating anything else
Before discussing compensation, clarify the reporting structure, budget authority, and decision-making autonomy attached to the role. Business director titles vary enormously in actual power, and mismatched expectations on scope cause more early exits than pay disagreements.
Business Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most business directors?
The companies hiring the most business directors right now include Osmose Utilities Services, JPMorganChase, and AbbVie, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially concentrated in healthcare systems, technology firms, and professional services organizations that are actively expanding divisions.
How many business director jobs are remote?
About 79% of business director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share in business development, strategy, and client services roles. Operations-heavy and site-specific business director positions, particularly in manufacturing, retail, and healthcare, are far more likely to require an on-site presence.
How do you become a business director?
Most business directors build their path by taking on progressively larger management roles, moving from team lead or manager to senior manager or director over several years. Owning a measurable outcome, such as a revenue line or operational budget, is often the credential that separates candidates who get promoted into the title from those who stay at manager level.
Can you get a business director role without direct director experience?
Yes, candidates who have managed cross-functional teams, owned a budget, or led a significant organizational initiative often compete successfully for their first business director title without holding the exact title before. The strongest cases come from professionals who can point to a specific growth outcome, turnaround, or expansion they led end-to-end, even if their official title was senior manager or head of a function.
What does the business director interview process look like?
The process typically moves through an initial screening call, a panel interview with functional leaders or executives, and a final round that often includes a strategic presentation or business case exercise. Later-stage interviews focus on how you have driven alignment across departments, managed competing priorities, and produced measurable results, so concrete examples prepared in advance carry more weight than theoretical answers.
Where can I find and apply to business director jobs?
You can find and apply to business director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles that match your background and apply directly to each listing that fits your experience, industry focus, and target location.
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