Human Resources Partner Job Description
Human resources partner
provides HR consultation to executives and employees on HR issues including Performance & Talent Management, Compensation, Organizational Diagnosis, Employee and Union Relations, Talent Acquisition, Diversity, and Federal / State Employment Laws.
Human Resources Partner Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Responsible for the delivery of HR activities relating to recruitment, training, employee relations, pensions, reward, performance management, disciplinary and sickness etc at Western Approach
Offer Human Resources support to managers, including interpretation of company policies and procedures, training of supervisors on disciplinary issues, and support in resolving inter-personal conflicts between employees
Meets with staff on an individual or group basis to hear concerns and to promote understanding of policies and procedures, company/department objectives, encourage open and honest communications and promote problem resolution through one on one employee conversations and/or respective employee’s reporting relationship
Implement and communicate HR policies and/or HR processes throughout the organization, taking into account the global, national and local policies and/or legislation and serve as a contact for questions on this subject, ensuring good compliance with the global HR policy
Develop, support and communicate policies and procedures as required
Assists in designing and implementing HR policies/guidelines and programs and communicates changes to managers
Provide coaching and counselling to management to increase their individual HR expertise and knowledge and in particular relating to Disciplinary, Sickness Absence Management and Performance Management
Support employee relations through pro-active, and as necessary, reactive interventions with employees and management confidentially and objectively
Ensure HR processes and procedures are adhered to within specified time frames
Help, support and guide managers in talent management, performance management, succession planning, workforce planning, and change management, in team-building and recognition activities
Human Resources Partner Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for Human Resources Partner
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: PHR, SPHR, SHRM, HR, CP, SCP, CHRP, S/PHR, CHRL, SHPR
Education for Human Resources Partner
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the human resources partner job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and University Degree in Human Resources, Business, Business/Administration, Education, Management, Human Resources Management, MBA, Psychology, Human Resource Management, Industrial
Skills for Human Resources Partner
Desired skills for human resources partner include:
Employee relations
Performance management
Policies
Training
Compensation practices
Diversity
Federal and state employment laws
ADA
Procedures
Union avoidance
Desired experience for human resources partner includes:
HR generalist foundation with retail experience preferred but not required
Represents the business or functional organization to the rest of the HR community
Coaches senior leadership within the business or function on issues that impact HR
Ability and willingness to challenge decisions and coach while maintaining long term relationships
Partner with the business to provide the necessary compensation levels
Track record of strong business partnership within a dynamic, Commercially focused and fast paced environment
Human Resources Partner Examples
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Human Resources Partner Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a human resources partner. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for human resources partner
- Have at least 6-8 years demonstrable HR generalist experience in a fast paced, professional environment
- Hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field
- Enjoy working and interacting with staff of all levels and display a high level of service orientation and expertise in managing different stakeholders
- Have the ability to self manage and be adept at managing and prioritizing multiple tasks within tight timeframes
- Counsels at all levels of management and associates regarding performance issues
- Model, promote and uphold a culture of values
- Coach management team on complex leadership and HR issues including HR/talent implications of organizational decisions
- Provide guidance, implementation and change management support for organizational design and development efforts
- Build the capacity of the HR contacts (HR Focal Points) in the regional offices
- Analyze trends and metrics to identify issues /opportunities and develop strategies to address
Qualifications for human resources partner
- Knowledge of MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint is required
- Novatime and/or Ultipro experience is a plus
- Strong strategic thinking within business
- You love media and are passionate about HR
- Bachelor’s degree or higher (Business, Human Resources, Legal or related discipline)
- Suitable candidate must think creatively, develop win/win solutions for business issues
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Human Resources Partner Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of human resources partner. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for human resources partner
- Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management and HR compliance issues
- Stay abreast of industry and functional trends, and leverage this insight to develop appropriate HR strategies and solutions
- Utilizes metrics to identify trends and build an HR strategy for the client group
- Attends business leader’s meetings
- Able to balance business needs and employee needs
- Support business growth
- Maintain external customer and business focus
- Plan, manage and provide continuous improvement to all aspects of the client organization and leadership review process and the strategic objectives therein
- Support community events and programs such as United Way, Blood Drives
- Offer support and advice to local management about various HR-related issues
Qualifications for human resources partner
- A minimum of eight - ten years of experience as an HR generalist required
- Partner with the RPO provider to ensure the delivery of a coordinated recruitment effort to the business
- 10+ years of experience in an HR generalist or HR business partner function, preferably in a technology company engaged in direct manufacturing of aerospace and defense product
- Knowledge Strong problem solving skills
- Demonstrated success building trusting partnerships with internal clients unwavering commitment to client service
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field required preferred
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Human Resources Partner Job Description
Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of human resources partner. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for human resources partner
- Create and implement leadership development training tools and courses
- Act as a change agent for the human resources vision and promote the human resources management programs and best practices for the organization, being responsible for the implementation of initiatives directly related the national human resources strategy
- Advise and assist managers regarding the interpretation and application of collective agreements and legislation regarding the HR function (labour laws, human rights, OH&S)
- Actively participate in the various committees governed by the collective agreement, including the grievance committee, the work relations committee, and the OH&S joint committee
- Participate in the preparation and negotiation of collective agreements, when required
- In collaboration with the talent acquisition team, participate in recruitment processes to meet the needs of the functional units
- Support managers in the onboarding of new employees
- Brings an objective perspective in creating business solutions
- Leads organizational assessment to actualize business strategies into actions that deliver results
- Has end-to-end HR global responsibility for their organizational area
Qualifications for human resources partner
- Professional with 5+ years HR experience preferred
- Ability to work as a collaborative member of a strong HR team
- Demonstrated generalist expertise in HR supporting leaders and large business groups preferred
- Results oriented, services focused human resource professional with a verifiable track record for adding value, organization and superior performance and results to overall operations required
- California Employment Law required
- Keen desire to learn and grow within the Company
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Human Resources Partner Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a human resources partner. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for human resources partner
- Work with department managers to ensure their interviewing and hiring practices are consistent with company policies
- Serves as point of contact for overseas operations and expatriates by handling questions, interpreting policies and processing personnel related data
- Assist with Bridge (Russell’s Performance Management tool) queries and reporting, specifically during performance review cycle
- Assist with performance management and compensation review during year-end process
- Coaches, guides, and develops other HR staff
- Provides insight and feedback to the HR strategy as a result of business and market indicators
- Facilitate and support strategic planning and deployment activities to ensure effective development and flow down of strategy, alignment of strategy to business goals, and synergy between strategy, organizational effectiveness and talent support
- Create and implement structures, processes and solutions to develop talent in coordination with peers and the Human Resources Leadership Team on best practices and standard work
- Perform tasks and manages projects as directed by the PLT manager
- Serve as the organization's point of contact to facilitate collaboration across business units
Qualifications for human resources partner
- Superior code of conduct surrounding maintenance of strict confidentiality of client, company and personnel information
- Possess strong judgment and a bias for action
- Proficient in using Microsoft office programs
- Demonstrates aptitude and savvy in learning new programs and using new technology
- Broad experience and specific knowledge of human resource theory, functions and practice
- Energetic professional, with roll up sleeves style
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Human Resources Partner Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a human resources partner. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for human resources partner
- Develop and deliver communications regarding HR and EHS policies, activities, procedures
- Actively support employee engagement activities in of our key locations in Massachusetts
- Manages day-to-day operational activities, employee transfer process, HR system, employee referral payout, compile reports
- Develop, implement and maintain wellness/employee related programs
- Maintain travel system including approving travel requests, setting up new travel accounts and updating any changes on the travel profile
- Work with internal/external auditor to ensure compliance
- Effectively manage projects by applying project management techniques and best practices
- Order sympathy flowers for affected employees when family member is lost or hospitalized
- Generate employee verification letters upon request
- Ensure all associates receive accurate answers to queries within a reasonable time frame
Qualifications for human resources partner
- Knowledge of compensation and benefits, talent acquisition, learning and development and organizational development and change management strategies and best practices
- In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations related to HR management
- Must function effectively, with cooperative and friendly manner at all levels of the organization
- Working knowledge of JobScope and AS400 systems preferred
- 7+ years of experience with working in HR
- Experience with providing strategic guidance and support to senior leadership