Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Company Description

SGS is the world's leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. With more than 89,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,600 offices and laboratories around the world.

Job Description

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner provides human resources consultation, support and solutions to one or more large and/or complex designated business unit(s) or functions to define and execute HR strategies that enable accomplishment of business objectives. 

• Partner with managers and oversee the maintenance of the work structure by updating job requirements and job descriptions for all positions according to HR objectives
• Conduct and analyze exit interviews and make actionable recommendations based on data
• Educate, coach, and partner with managers on performance management and employee development goals.
• Provide HR expertise in the areas of feedback, employee relations, development and coaching, compensation, and organizational development.
• Lead core HR processes across products (performance calibration, compensation cycle, promotions).
• Partner with Learning & Development to work on value-added programs in areas of training, development, career mobility, and job performance.
• Provide expertise and guidance on HR policies, labor laws, and compliance matters, ensuring adherence to relevant regulations and best practices.
• Acting as a change agent, driving organizational change, and effectively managing change initiatives to optimize employee productivity and acceptance.
• Lead and participate in employee relations activities, including conflict resolution and mediation, promoting a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Utilize knowledge of various human resources functions to provide tactical support to line managers.
• Maintain knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies In Human Resources, Talent Management, And Employment Law.
• Serve as an acquisition integration manager for the HR function, managing HR side of acquisitions across the businesses 

Qualifications

Education & Experience
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration or related discipline
• 7+ years of professional human resources experience with 5+ years of experience in a core HR functional area or as an HR Generalist

Preferred:

• 3+ years of supervisory experience
• Diverse employee populations in Canada and the US.
• Experience managing HR function for mergers and acquisitions

Licenses & Certifications

• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) (Preferred)

Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities

• Working knowledge of HR principles and practices
• Awareness of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management
• Knowledge of and federal and state respective employment laws
• Ethical practice, global and cultural awareness
• Excellent interpersonal and professional communications skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to appropriately interact with all levels of individuals within the work environment
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and communicate federal and state employment laws; SGS policies and procedures, rules and regulations
• Ability to motivate team members and lead through influence
• Ability to manage change and direct the problem‐solving process
• Ability to handle and safeguard confidential and sensitive information
• Strong business acumen 
• Language Skills: English – advanced level of proficiency
• French/Spanish
• Mathematical Skills: Basic of knowledge
• Reasoning Skills/Abilities: Advanced level

Computer Skills

• Microsoft Office (Work, PowerPoint) – intermediate user proficiency

Benefits - This position offers medical, dental, vision, 401K, time off benefits

Salary - $85,000 - $120,000 (based on experience)

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.
 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactori