People Business Partner

The Gig:

We're on the hunt for an epic human to join our Virgin Voyage's People Team (Human Resources) as our fabulous and newest People Business Partner -- the fresh, fancy, and totally Virgin version of a Human Resources Business Partner.

The People Business Partner (PBP) position is responsible for supporting the business by delivering one stop HR support with value-added service to leaders and crew.  The PBP supports their designated internal clients with a myriad of HR processes and initiatives.  The position formulates partnerships across the company to ensure synergies, consistency and a high level of internal customer satisfaction.

This gig is based at VVHQ - our swanky Virgin Voyages Head Office in Plantation, FL where we follow a hybrid work environment. We can't wait to 'sea' you in person during our Collaboration Days, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, while you enjoy Mondays and Fridays' as remote days.
 

What You'll Be Up To:

• Conducts regular meetings with respective business units

• Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate

• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies

• Guides and assists the resolution of employee relations issues

• Participates and consults in employee disciplinary and or termination meetings with leaders

• If and when needed, conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations

• Directs processes associated with talent acquisition including interview coordination and participation, external search firm management and recommendations of candidates

• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development)

• Works closely with management and crew to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention

• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation

• Liaises with HR Operations team regarding compensation models, engagement surveys, global mobility, HC reports and HR metrics

• Liaises with HR Operations team regarding payroll, onboarding and termination of crew

• Conducts process for new hire offers, promotions and transfers

• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning

• Identifies training needs for business units and individual coaching and mentoring needs

• Acts as an ambassador for the company

• Advocates for transformation, agility and innovation  

• Brings forth ideas and solutions to continuously improve HR  

• Performs other related duties as assigned

SuperPowers Required:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR role influential role

• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred

• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) credential a plus

• Solution oriented

• Outside of the box thinker

• Proficient with Google workplace

• Proficient with Workday Software is a plus.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Ability to demonstrate impartiality

• Strong commitment to confidentiality

• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies

• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines

What Matters to Us:

At Virgin, your personality matters as much as how good you are at w