Human Resource Business Partner

Hybrid position – Pittsburgh, PA or Princeton, NJ

About the role

NRG is seeking a dynamic Talent Business Partner to support NRG Business. The Talent Business Partner will work with assigned business units to provide strategic HR guidance, consultation, and coaching to business leaders and employees on all HR-related matters, aligning people strategies with business goals. This role advances the objective of increasing employee, management, and organizational engagement and effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Build strategic relationships with leaders, managers, and employees, providing seamless tactical and strategic HR support, including thought leadership on effective solutions.
• Serve as an advocate and trusted advisor by providing coaching and guidance to management and employees regarding policies, procedures, people strategy, performance, and talent development.
• Drive and improve employee engagement through talent review, succession planning, engagement surveys, and development and recognition programs.
• Partner with Learning & Development (L&D) to identify training needs and align training programs with business objectives.
• Support the recruitment process by providing strategic assistance with job descriptions, compensation analysis, approvals, interview training, and interviewing for key roles.
• Recommend and perform quality control procedures to ensure accurate and compliant records, including promotions, job transfers, and new hires. Maintain open position and workforce planning details.
• Partner with business leaders to confidentially manage and resolve employee relations matters in accordance with company policies, processes, and employment law.
• Coach managers on performance management and actively support resolution of performance and behavior issues.
• Conduct in-depth and impartial investigations regarding compliance and employee relations matters.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, assess progress against company EEO/Affirmative Action goals, and support diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Manage and implement special HR projects as assigned.
• Provide positive customer service by responding to HR-related questions from employees and managers, promoting self-service with available systems.
• Prepare reports and analyze data from HR information systems for management decision-making.
• Identify opportunities, take initiative, and develop policies/services to improve HR and business processes, making recommendations to leadership.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years of HR business partner experience in a fast-paced, dynamic organization.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent experience analyzing and resolving employee issues, providing advice and counseling to managers and supervisors.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• High attention to detail with a focus on data quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline.
• HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
• Experience with HR record software, such as SuccessFactors.
• Experience working in a large utilities or energy company.

Skills

• Broad and in-depth understanding of employment law and company policies and procedures.
• Ability to interface with and directly support senior-level leadership.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to research options or recommendations.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exhibit high ethical standards.
• Ability to set priorities and respond to changing demands from multiple sources on short notice.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and as a team member; strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to work with all levels of the company, from front-line employees to senior leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to influence others.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.

Schedule

• Hybrid position – 4 days per week in office (Monday through Thursday), 1 day per week remote (Friday).
• Minimal travel as required by business or project needs.
• Ability to adapt work schedule to business and department demands.

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $110,000. Actual salaries will vary based on factors including location, experience, and performance. The range listed is one component of the total compensation package, which may also include annual bonus, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401K retirement plan.
• Flexible spending accounts.