HR Advisor

About the role

The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) is an industry-leading snacks company known for making more moments of goodness through its iconic brands. With a strong portfolio across chocolate, confectionery, and salty snacks, Hershey delights consumers every day. Our beloved brands include Hershey’s, Reese’s, KitKat®, Dots Pretzels, Lesser Evil, Jolly Rancher, Twizzlers, Ice Breakers, and more. At Hershey, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities where we live, work, and do business. This commitment originated with our founder, Milton Hershey, and continues to shape who we are today.

Responsibilities

• Cook up and deliver employee relations support for assigned client groups.
• Assess workplace concerns, provide recommendations, and coach leaders on effective people management practices.
• Partner with leaders to address performance management and employee development opportunities.
• Support the execution of leadership development programs that build future-ready teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance HR operational efficiency and employee experience.
• Collaborate closely with HR colleagues and business leaders to provide proactive, solutions-oriented support.
• Contribute to projects and initiatives that strengthen organizational culture, engagement, and talent outcomes.

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience with demonstrated success in employee relations, coaching, performance management, and project management.
• Strong consulting, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Experience partnering with leaders to drive positive business and people outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Skills

• Employee Relations
• Coaching
• Performance Management
• Project Management
• Leadership Development
• Process Improvement
• Collaboration
• Culture Strengthening
• Talent Outcomes

Benefits

At The Hershey Company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees' well-being and financial security. This includes:

• Health insurance options
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plans
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities

Pay

Compensation for this role is competitive and commensurate with experience. Details will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

This role is full-time and permanent.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.