HR BUSINESS PARTNER II

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About the Role

Under the direction of the Director of Human Relations, this position acts as a strategic business partner to internal customers and their respective leadership teams in developing and implementing programs and initiatives that support and enable the organization's short and long-range goals and objectives. Develops a consistent approach and process to implement HR programs and practices across Corporate Functions and/or Global Shared Services. Position may manage or provide mentorship to team members.

Provides leadership and direction through partnership with client groups to establish relevant functional goals and objectives; recruit, train, coach, and mentor employees; support consistent adoption and adherence of programs, policies, and procedures across partnership areas; identify and define employee engagement opportunities; and provide input into departmental structure & design.

Acts as the horizontal process owner to develop, implement, and administer HR programs, policies, procedures, and practices consistently across client groups in support of McCormick’s philosophy and core values (i.e., High Performance, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, VOE, OGSMs, Talent Management, Development Planning, Compensation programs, etc.). Ensures consistent adoption and adherence of programs, policies, and procedures across partnership areas.

Drives HR process improvement, special projects, and effective change management programs/initiatives from idea through implementation. Applies sound judgment and considers global impact when developing solutions.

Provides HR support and leadership to 130-150 employees directly and indirectly up to 500 employees within a global, matrixed organization. High degree of independent problem-solving required to accurately make a variety of decisions that arise from day-to-day issues. Utilizing analytical ability, translates business strategies and issues into appropriate HR actions in accordance with High Performance. Requires consistent interpretation of policies and procedures. Problems range from simple to complex. Requires the ability to make decisions or recommendations - often with ambiguous or incomplete information - based on judgment and prior experience.

High-touch position with all levels in the organization. Position impacts business by demonstrated HR expertise to influence client group decisions. Effective, timely support ensures smooth business operations. Impact affects the whole organization, team, and HR function as support is across all business functions.

Responsibilities

• Partner with client groups to establish relevant functional goals and objectives.
• Recruit, train, coach, and mentor employees.
• Support consistent adoption and adherence of programs, policies, and procedures across partnership areas.
• Identify and define employee engagement opportunities.
• Provide input into departmental structure & design.
• Develop, implement, and administer HR programs, policies, procedures, and practices consistently across client groups.
• Drive HR process improvement, special projects, and effective change management programs/initiatives.
• Apply sound judgment and consider global impact when developing solutions.
• Interpret policies and procedures consistently.
• Make decisions or recommendations based on judgment and prior experience, even with ambiguous or incomplete information.

Requirements

• BSc in Business, Human Resources, Psychology, or related field.
• 6-8 years of professional experience in HR or a closely related field.
• 2-3 years of direct leadership responsibility.
• Understanding and appreciation of cross-functional, global support services.
• Awareness of Human Resources State and Federal laws by participating in professional industry organizations.

Skills

• Very strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Developed, polished communication skills (written and oral).
• Ability to convey credibility to influence and appropriately challenge business decisions; escalates concerns as necessary.
• Ability to present complex information and represent HR function in a variety of meetings, both internally and externally.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage projects and people, and organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
• Strong personal/team leadership and business sense.
• Strong customer focus.
• Strong ethical behavior and professional maturity.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR/SPHR/GPHR certification.

Benefits

In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Competitive compensation.
• Career growth opportunities.
• Flexibility and support for diverse life stages and choices.
• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life, and disability benefits.
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support.
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans.

Pay

Base Salary: $103,520 - $181,150. Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan.