HR Specialist

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Job Summary:

The HR Specialist serves as a sounding board and provides advice to employees/clients on the appropriate interpretation and application of HR policies, processes and practices. This role has the ability to take ambiguous situations and provide clarity. This position works with functional subject matter experts, team members, and leaders to complete tasks. It is the main point of service contact for client related questions and business issues including, but not limited to, HR policies, processes, leaves of absence, corrective actions and staffing needs involving hiring approvals and position management.  This role is expected to assess, prioritize and act on client requests as needed and communicate needs that require additional support to the appropriate source. (e.g. Employee Relations, Compensation, Organization Management, Talent Acquisition, Global HR Operations). 

Responsibilities:

• In partnership with Global HR Operations (GHRO), support on-boarding related activities with a focus on coaching managers with the onboarding plans and strategy for integration (i.e. new manager assimilation needs, key talent information)

• In partnership with GHRO and leadership, coordinate off-boarding related activities – to include HR partnership on sensitive separations, etc.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships across the client group and cross-functional HR partners

• Assist in advising/providing guidance in the administration of HR related policies and procedures, to include: 

  • Position Management – in partnership with GHRO and the Segment Org management team

  • Organizational chart management for client areas (where applicable)

  • Administration of local recognition programs and employee development offerings such as Lunch & Learns, partnership on Town halls, New Hire Welcome lunches, Speaker series, etc.

  • Provides information to leaders and HRBP’s in the development of talent solutions, resources for career development, client specific learning opportunities and/or job descriptions for recruitment

• Proactively document, maintain, and organize area practices and protocols related to HR policy administration and standards

• Create reports and/or presentations that discuss the findings of a research effort or project – be able to present information and show key findings to a variety of leaders, peers, clients and partners

• Project management activities on various HR initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to effectively manage project work while balancing priorities

• Strong service orientation with a demonstrated ability to effectively partner – both internally and externally

• Solid knowledge of HR systems, policies and processes including: SAP (Display HR Master Data, Org hierarchy overview, and Display position), hiring approval process, performance management process, and talent and succession planning processes.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to communicate at all levels within the organization

• Approachable style; ability to connect with employees and establish rapport

• Proven ability to work with confidential information – while exercising sound judgment and decision making

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly ambiguous environment – while being flexible, adaptable and demonstrating an ability to problem solve

• Proficient in Microsoft Office:  Excel, Word, Power-point, Outlook

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in an HR or customer/client service oriented professional role

• SAP and Workday experience preferred

Preferred  Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Business Management, Human Resources Management or related discipline

The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $58,700 to $78,600 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.