Human Resources Business Partner

Responsibilities

• Consult with managers and employees on various HR related inquiries, leave of absence requests, policy interpretation and employee relations issues.
• Manage and resolve employee relations and disciplinary issues, conducting thorough, effective, and objective investigations.
• Ensure proper documentation is maintained.
• Perform terminations of employment with managers adhering to Company procedures.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide feedback as applicable.
• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of all federal, state and local labor laws, reducing legal risk and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Provide consultation to the hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team throughout the selection process, including interviewing candidates.
• Aid in the development and maintenance of the Company compensation structure, evaluating and monitoring for fair and competitive pay practices.
• Manage the onboarding process for employees to maximize the employee experience.
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance and support to managers as well as support during annual and semi-annual performance evaluations.
• Work closely with the Compensation Team to develop and utilize job descriptions.
• Develop and maintain career paths and related materials, communication and training employees and managers on the effective implementation of such materials.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.
• Participate in employee activities.
• Identify training needs and collaborate with the Knowledge and Learning Team to deliver the training.
• Work closely with the HR Operations Team to communicate all employment status changes, leaves of absence, promotions, etc., ensuring accuracy of data in HRIS and payroll.
• Participate in regular meetings.
• Participate in special projects and other related tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management or related field.
• Relevant Years of experience required to perform the role: 5-8 years.
• SHRM-CP Certification required.
• Impeccable interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to effectively work well with and communicate with all employees and managers, verbally and in writing.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize, multi-task and be detail oriented.
• Ability to work with and maintain confidential and sensitive information.
• Effectively navigate and operate various HRIS, MS Office and other computer programs.
• Strong public-speaking skills.
• Expert level knowledge of federal and state employment laws.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances and policies.
• Strong time-management skills with a focus on deadlines and urgency.
• Ability to travel as needed throughout the year to regional offices via automobile, train, or airplane.