Sr. HR Generalist

About the role

Serve as a trusted HR partner for employees and leaders by supporting day-to-day HR needs, answering questions, and helping resolve employee-related matters in a timely and thoughtful way. Partner with Legrand leaders and HR colleagues to investigate and resolve employee relations matters. Assist with local execution of compensation, benefits, performance management, recognition, training, development, leave administration and other employee programs. Ensure policies, practices, and actions comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulatory requirements, and Legrand policies. Help attract, develop, engage, and retain talent by administering HR programs and processes that support both employee success and business needs. Build positive employee relations by coaching and advising supervisors, managers, and associates on topics such as performance, development, motivation, compensation, benefits, policies, and workplace expectations. Contribute to the development, communication, and consistent application of HR policies, practices, and procedures, helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR partner for employees and leaders by supporting day-to-day HR needs, answering questions, and helping resolve employee-related matters in a timely and thoughtful way.
• Partner with Legrand leaders and HR colleagues to investigate and resolve employee relations matters.
• Aid in local execution of compensation, benefits, performance management, recognition, training, development, leave administration and other employee programs.
• Ensure policies, practices, and actions comply with applicable federal and state laws, regulatory requirements, and Legrand policies.
• Help attract, develop, engage, and retain talent by administering HR programs and processes that support both employee success and business needs.
• Build positive employee relations by coaching and advising supervisors, managers, and associates on topics such as performance, development, motivation, compensation, benefits, policies, and workplace expectations.
• Contribute to the development, communication, and consistent application of HR policies, practices, and procedures, helping ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements.
• Support workforce planning and recruiting efforts by partnering with the Recruitment team to help fill professional, support, production, and temporary roles based on business needs.
• Enhance the employee experience by supporting onboarding, orientation, new leader assimilation, and development planning for new and reassigned employees.
• Guide managers and supervisors through the performance management process, including goal setting, development planning, feedback discussions, and timely completion of annual performance activities.
• Perform other similar and related duties as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of progressive HR experience. Experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Strong relationship-building skills, with the ability to connect and communicate effectively with employees at all levels, as well as vendors and suppliers.
• Excellent organization, time management, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, evaluate options, and move solutions forward efficiently.
• Clear and confident verbal and written communication skills, including strong listening skills and the ability to build understanding across all levels of the organization.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach and a willingness to partner across functions to support shared goals.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software, email, and meeting management tools.
• Able to use internet and web-based resources efficiently and effectively.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to balance employee needs with broader company priorities.

Pay

Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000
Incentive: This position is eligible for annual incentive bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.