HR Manager

The HR Site Manager plays a strategic role as part of the Site Leadership Team, integrating HR insights into business strategies and addressing challenges proactively. They focus on talent management by driving employee engagement, enhancing talent acquisition, fostering university relations, and leading succession planning to ensure a skilled workforce. Additionally, they manage employee relations and compliance, champion health and wellness initiatives, and engage in community partnerships to promote a positive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership:

• Contribute to the development of functional and business strategies by providing expert HR insights and recommendations.
• Act as a key consultant during strategy formulation, ensuring HR considerations are integrated into business plans.
• Proactively identify and address potential internal and external business challenges and regulatory issues, advising leadership on strategic HR solutions to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.

Talent Management:

• Drive employee engagement and retention through effective communication, recognition programs, and performance management processes, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and values.
• Oversee and enhance Talent Acquisition processes to attract and retain top talent, ensuring alignment with the facility’s strategic goals.
• Lead University Relations programs to build strong partnerships with academic institutions, promoting internship and recruitment opportunities that support a diverse and skilled workforce pipeline.
• Lead succession planning efforts by identifying and developing internal talent to ensure a robust pipeline for key positions.
• Collaborate with leadership to assess future organizational needs and implement strategies that align with long-term business objectives.
• Facilitate mentorship and career development programs to prepare employees for advancement opportunities.

Employee Relations and Compliance:

• Lead employee relations efforts to foster a positive work environment, addressing conflicts and grievances with fairness and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and regulations, developing and implementing policies that uphold ethical standards and protect the organization from legal risks.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to management on employee-related matters.
• Champion health and wellness initiatives, inspiring employees to engage in programs that enhance their well-being and productivity.
• Actively participate in community partnerships.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years of Generalist experience required.
• 5+ years of leadership experience required.
• PHR or SPHR certification preferred.
• Excellent cross-group collaboration, communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong system-thinking ability.
• Demonstrable experience in analyzing business issues and providing scalable HR solutions that address & align with broader business requirements.
• Ability to deal with ambiguity, and achieve results in a fast-paced, heavily distributed team environment.
• Ability to manipulate and analyze HR data and drive solutions or recommendations based on data insights.
• Demonstrated knowledge of HR laws such as EEOC guidelines, FLSA and ADA in US or equivalent labor laws in international locations.
• Can demonstrate the ability to prioritize based on the highest value add to business
• Proficient in HR Systems and Microsoft Office Products, such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Strong leadership skills and ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Strong written and verbal communication skills