Daniel Murillo, Mshr
About Daniel Murillo, Mshr
Daniel Murillo is a People and Culture Business Partner at Rocket Lab, where he provides strategic HR support across various teams. He has extensive experience in human resources, having worked with organizations such as Hunter Douglas, SoFi Stadium, and AltaMed Health Services.
Current Role at Rocket Lab
Daniel Murillo serves as the People and Culture Business Partner at Rocket Lab, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he provides strategic HR support to various teams, including Engineering, Avionics, Machine Shop, Propulsion, Supply Chain, and Launch Systems. He actively participates as a member of the RLHQ Health & Safety committee, contributing to the overall well-being and safety of the workplace.
Previous Experience in Human Resources
Prior to joining Rocket Lab, Daniel held several positions in human resources. He worked at Hunter Douglas, Inc. as a Human Resources Business Partner from 2019 to 2021, and at SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park as a Human Resources Business Partner from 2021 to 2022. His experience also includes roles at AltaMed Health Services, where he served as a Human Resources Coordinator and Talent Acquisition Coordinator, and at SASSFA, where he worked in various capacities including Program Supervisor and Case Manager.
Education and Qualifications
Daniel Murillo has a strong educational background in psychology and human resources. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Long Beach, from 2010 to 2013. He also completed an Associate of Arts in Psychology at Cerritos College from 2007 to 2010. Furthering his education, he obtained a Master of Science in Human Resources from Pepperdine Graziadio Business School, graduating in 2021.
HR Expertise and Strategic Contributions
Daniel collaborates with Centers of Excellence to drive strategic HR solutions in key areas such as Learning & Development, Total Rewards, and Talent Acquisition. He also supports workplace accommodations, including ADA and FMLA, and manages immigration matters for non-US employees, working closely with People & Culture leadership and external counsel.