Specialist Human Resources BUILD Program (January)

About the role

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company with two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), designing, manufacturing, and bringing to market products and services in spaces, light, and related technologies. The BUILD program is a two‑year rotational experience for high‑potential early‑career talent, rotating every six months across functional areas to build business acumen and skill proficiency. Participants engage in specialized onboarding, one‑on‑one HR mentorship, social and networking events, peer collaboration, and leadership report‑out meetings. This role is based in Atlanta, GA, with employment starting January 11, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Rotate through functional areas such as HR Business Partners, Employee/Labor Relations, Talent/Total Rewards, and HR Operations/Analytics.
• Work on projects alongside experienced colleagues, combining individual interests with current company objectives.
• Participate in personal growth activities: specialized onboarding, one‑on‑one mentorship from an HR leader, social and networking events, peer collaboration opportunities, and leadership report‑out meetings.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial & Labor Relations, or Organizational Behavior.
• Foundational HR knowledge, sound judgment, discretion, and business acumen.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving and time‑management skills.
• Analytical mindset (Excel, reporting) and skill with AI‑enabled tools highly preferred.
• Availability to travel up to 20% based on business needs.

Skills

• Leadership experience influencing change, people, and processes (highly preferred).
• Team‑oriented with a drive to take initiative (highly preferred).
• Less than two years of related work experience (highly preferred).