Lead HR People Partner

Core Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to address complex employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation with fairness and consistency.
• Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and HR COEs to investigate workplace concerns with integrity, empathy, and timely resolution.
• Lead local delivery of core HR programs such as performance management, employee surveys, compensation planning, onboarding, and recognition initiatives.
• Coach frontline leaders on team effectiveness, performance management, development conversations, and culture-building practices.
• Drive adoption of tools & processes: Promote self-service and digital HR tools (e.g., Workday) while ensuring data accuracy and improving user capability.
• Ensure compliance & policy stewardship: Monitor and apply local labor laws, policies, and procedures in partnership with HR and legal teams to mitigate risk.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong experience in employee relations, including investigations and conflict resolution.
• Working knowledge of core HR disciplines (performance, talent management, compensation, TA, policy administration).
• Understanding of local labor laws and compliance requirements.
• Able to analyze situations, identify root causes, and recommend solutions.
• Experience using HR systems (e.g., Workday) and reporting tools.
• Strong business acumen and ability to support operational leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHR/SPHR certification.
• Continuous Improvement or Lean/Green Belt certification.
• Experience leveraging AI or digital tools to improve HR processes.

Additional Information

• Travel Requirements: Minimal to moderate travel may be required based on business needs.
• Work Environment: Office or hybrid environment supporting business operations.
• Physical Demands: Ability to perform standard office-based activities (with reasonable accommodations where required).