Senior HR Business Partner

About the role

Independently and proactively leads strategic and tactical HR support by partnering with assigned business unit leaders, including working with and liaising with labor unions as appropriate, aligned with company policies, practices, and collective bargaining agreements.

Ensures the effectiveness of new and established managers, contributing to the operational implementation of HR strategy and plans into concrete measures and tangible results.

Serves as the first point of contact and departmental liaison for all HR disciplines, providing support and superior customer service to executives and their delegates.

Uses the same information base to ensure consistent statements and cross-departmental standards in the exercise and training of leadership performance within the BMW Group.

Leads the cyclical personnel processes (e.g., portfolio, development talks, pay planning, reclassification) and actively contributes person-specific inputs to the HR information system.

Responsibilities

• Independently and proactively leads strategic and tactical HR support by partnering with assigned business unit leaders, including working with and liaising with labor unions as appropriate, aligned with company policies, practices, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Ensures the effectiveness of new and established managers, contributing to the operational implementation of HR strategy and plans into concrete measures and tangible results.
• Serves as the first point of contact and departmental liaison for all HR disciplines, providing support and superior customer service to executives and their delegates.
• Uses the same information base to ensure consistent statements and cross-departmental standards in the exercise and training of leadership performance within the BMW Group.
• Leads the cyclical personnel processes (e.g., portfolio, development talks, pay planning, reclassification) and actively contributes person-specific inputs to the HR information system.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or equivalent professional work experience (HR Management, preferred).
• 5 years of progressively responsible HR experience across Associate Relations, HR Management, and Internal Talent Identification, with recent experience focused on Associate Relations and HR Management in a large, multi-location, complex work environment.
• 2 – 3 years of prior internal talent acquisition support including 2 years identifying passive talent.
• 1 – 2 years of recent Human Resources experience in Compensation and Benefits related topics.
• Prior project management experience.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in MS Office (specifically Excel, PowerPoint and Word).
• Prior experience in SAP HR and SAP Success Factors or an equivalent Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Federal, State and local employment regulations, specifically focusing on California.
• 3 years of recent experience supporting labor relations in a union environment, including partnering with labor unions, interpreting collective bargaining agreements, supporting grievance processes, and assisting with negotiation preparation.
• Prior experience leading the vendor selection process including Request for Proposal and Request for Quote.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with SAP HR and SAP Success Factors or an equivalent ATS.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with Company match and Retirement Income Account.
• Employee vehicle program.
• Bonus eligibility.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• Generous PTO and Company paid holidays.
• Voluntary Benefits to fit your needs.

Pay

The expected salary range for this position is $62,500.00 – $125,000.00. The selected candidate’s education, skills, experience, and location will be used to determine the final salary offer.

Schedule

This is a hybrid role that requires regular attendance in the office.