The Director, Organizational Development is a senior partner reporting to the VP of Organizational Development at LS&Co. As the company continues to strengthen its organizational development (OD) and change management (CM) capabilities, this role will lead key workstreams and help build the frameworks, processes, tools, and practices needed to support long-term success. This position combines strategy and execution, partnering with HR Business Partners (HRBPs), senior leaders, and cross-functional teams to advance organizational effectiveness across a complex, global environment.
About the Job- Organizational Diagnosis & Design
- Partner with the VP of OD to develop and enhance organizational development methodologies, frameworks, tools, and ways of working that enable scalable, consistent delivery.
- Collaborate with HRBPs and business leaders to assess organizational effectiveness, identify opportunities, and lead organizational design initiatives that align structures and capabilities with business priorities.
- Support the development of governance models, decision-making frameworks, and operating practices that improve clarity and effectiveness.
- Translate business challenges, organizational insights, and capability gaps into actionable recommendations, business cases, and implementation plans that support informed decision-making.
- Design and facilitate leadership alignment sessions, team effectiveness interventions, and organizational diagnostics to support collaboration and successful change adoption.
- Partner with leaders and HR teams to address the people-related impacts of organizational change, including team transitions, role clarity, and restructuring efforts.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of OD initiatives and continuously improve programs through feedback, data, and ongoing assessment.
- No direct reports reporting into this role.
About You- Bachelor's degree in Organizational Development, Organizational Psychology, Business, Human Resources, or a related field required; advanced degree ideal.
- 8+ years of experience in organizational development, organizational design, change management, team effectiveness, or related disciplines. Experience supporting large-scale transformation initiatives.
- Demonstrated success building, enhancing, or implementing OD and change management practices, including frameworks, governance approaches, and operating models.
- Strong knowledge of organizational development and change management methodologies, with the ability to apply them effectively in matrixed environments.
- Experience influencing stakeholders and advising leaders across multiple organizational levels.
- Strong facilitation skills with experience supporting leadership teams, group dynamics, and organizational effectiveness initiatives.
- Proven ability to drive complex, multi-stakeholder projects from assessment through implementation, ideally within global organizations.
- Experience integrating change management efforts with learning and development, communications, talent, and HR teams.
- Appreciation for working across cultures, perspectives, and global teams.
- Experience in retail, consumer goods, consulting is helpful.
- Familiarity with assessment and team effectiveness tools such as Hogan, MBTI, DiSC, or similar frameworks.
- Interest in leveraging automation, AI, and emerging technologies to enhance organizational development, change management, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making.
Success Profile- Builder's mindset - enjoys creating structure, processes, and capabilities that help people and organizations succeed.
- Strategic focus - able to balance long-term thinking with practical execution and measurable outcomes.
- Trusted partner - builds strong relationships, influences without direct authority, and fosters alignment across stakeholders.
- Comfortable with ambiguity - brings clarity, prioritization, and thoughtful solutions in evolving environments.
- People-focused and collaborative - supports the growth, development, and success of individuals, teams, and leaders.
- Future-oriented - embraces continuous learning and explores innovative approaches to organizational development and change management.
This is a remote role. The expected starting salary range for this role is $148,600 - $245,400 per year We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) offers a total rewards package that includes base pay, incentive plans, 401(k) matching, paid leave, health insurance, product discounts, and more designed to help you and your family stay healthy, meet your financial goals, and balance the demands of your work and personal life. Available benefits and incentive compensation vary depending upon the specifics of the role; details relating to a specific role will be made available upon request. Read more about our benefits here.
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LOCATIONRemote - USA
FULL TIME/PART TIMEFull time
FILL DATEThis position is expected to be filled by 10/27/2026.
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