VP, HR Information Management

Job Description:

The VP, HR Information Management will lead the strategy, governance, development, and execution of HR information management initiatives. This role ensures that all HR policies, procedures, and resources are governed, accurately maintained, and effectively disseminated to enhance HR service delivery, operational compliance, and employee engagement. The VP will collaborate closely with HR leaders, Legal, Compliance, IT, and business partners to embed strong governance frameworks and leverage technology to drive continuous improvement in HR information sharing.

We’re proud to offer you choice and flexibility. At Synchrony, our way of working allows you to have the option to work from home near one of our Hubs or come into one of our offices. Occasionally you may be required to commute to our nearest office for in person engagement activities such as business or team meetings, training and culture events.

• Develop, implement, and enforce a comprehensive HR information management and governance strategy aligned with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and HR transformation initiatives.

• Establish and maintain HR content governance frameworks, including review cycles, version control, approval workflows, access controls, and audit trails to ensure accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

• Oversee the creation, curation, maintenance, and controlled distribution of HR information assets while ensuring compliance with legal and internal governance standards.

• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), Business Partners, Legal, and Compliance to consolidate, standardize, and govern HR information and best practices across the enterprise.

• Drive ongoing compliance assessments and audits related to HR information management content and systems, identifying risks, and implementing remediation plans as needed.

• Utilize data analytics and governance metrics to monitor the effectiveness of information management processes, adherence to governance policies, and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

• Collaborate with Internal Communications and Employee Experience teams to ensure HR information assets effectively support timely, clear, and consistent employee communications and change management efforts.

• Act as a trusted advisor and change agent promoting awareness, adherence, and adoption of information management governance principles and tools across HR.

• Ensure alignment of HR information governance practices with enterprise-wide information governance, data privacy, and security protocols.

• Coordinate with the Data Office and functional stakeholders to manage Information Lifecycle Management process and activities

• Support other areas of Governance as needed

• Perform other duties and/or special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Communications or related field; or in lieu of a degree, 10 years of professional experience.

• 6+ years experience in an HR or Governance focused position

• Deep understanding of HR processes, policies, compliance, regulatory frameworks, and technology solutions that support HR governance and operations.

• Ability and flexibility to travel for business as required

• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and change management skills.

• Demonstrated ability to drive change and build collaborative partnerships.

• Proficiency with SharePoint and other information management platforms, enterprise content management systems, governance tools, and analytics.

• Strategic thinker with a proactive, risk-aware, and results-oriented approach.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and governance risk management skills.

• Innovative mindset with passion for leveraging technology and governance frameworks to enhance HR operational effectiveness and compliance.

• Exceptional organizational, project management, and governance discipline.

Grade/Level: 12

The salary range for this position is - USD Annual and is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

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