HR Business Partner

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Position Overview

The HR Business Partner will provide strategic and operational HR partnership to leaders across the AECOM India business. The role will shape and deliver people strategies aligned with business needs, workforce priorities, and AECOM’s global people agenda. A key responsibility will be leading the employee engagement strategy for AECOM India, working across HRBPs, business lines, and HR functions to strengthen culture, experience, and organizational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnership

• Partner with AECOM India leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, talent strategy, and culture priorities.

• Provide data‑driven insights on workforce trends and act as a trusted advisor on people‑related decisions.

• Support leadership effectiveness, succession planning, and key capability‑building initiatives.

Employee Engagement Leadership

• Design and lead the AECOM India Employee Engagement Plan, ensuring alignment with diverse business line needs and workforce demographics.

• Collaborate with HRBPs to tailor engagement solutions for different technical and operational teams.

• Partner with the Employee Experience Enhancement Committee, HR Operations, and Talent Management to deliver enterprise engagement initiatives.

• Use employee listening insights to shape programs focused on retention, manager capability, hybrid work, inclusion, and wellbeing.

• Track engagement outcomes and refine strategies based on feedback and data.

Operational & Advisory Responsibilities

• Provide hands‑on support for complex employee matters and sensitive HR interventions.

• Ensure consistent application of HR governance, risk management, practices, and India regulatory requirements.

• Partner with COEs (Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Talent Management, HR Operations) to deliver integrated HR solutions.

• Support recruitment strategies, workforce ramp‑up plans, and capability needs in collaboration with TA and business leaders.

• Contribute to enterprise programs such as Early Career Talent, leadership development, ED&I, and wellbeing initiatives.

Stakeholder & External Engagement

• Build strong relationships with business leaders and key HR partners to support strategic outcomes.

• Engage with external partners and forums, where relevant, to strengthen AECOM’s employer brand and talent visibility.

• 10–15 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in large, matrixed organizations or engineering/consulting environments.

• Strong experience in HR business partnering with exposure to employee engagement strategy design or execution.

• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and anticipate business needs.

• Strong understanding of India labor regulations and HR governance.

• Excellent communication, facilitation, and analytical skills.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.