What are the responsibilities and job description for the Human Resources Operations Director position at The Smithers Group Inc?
HR Operations Director
The Opportunity: The Smithers group is currently looking for an Operational Director Human Resources for our team. Our ideal candidate has worked in a fast-paced international environment where the details, quality, teamwork and a great culture matters. This is a dynamic position in a growing company, and a great opportunity to work in a multitude of areas within Human Resources. The role reports directly into the Vice President of HR and drives operational HR initiatives and delivery.
In this role, you will:
- Work with the Global HR team, with input from Smithers Executives, to develop and execute human resources processes in the areas of but not limited to:
- Compliance, Administration, Employee Relations/Contact, Executive compensation, HR Metrics, Reporting and Records.
- Working directly with Executive Team and external constituents on global HRIS design implementation and utilization. Responsible for working cross-functionally to ensure appropriate deliverables/ content, messaging and presentation of project benefits are delivered on time and on budget.
- Take the lead on Talent Management and Succession Planning for the business, working with HR Business Partner and Leaders to ensure solutions offered fit for their business’s requirements and needs.
- May participate in strategic priorities and projects as arise (M&A, Strategic Recruiting or other strategic Organization Projects)
- Develop a good understanding of current issues and trends to and provide timely, well-reasoned recommendations and solutions.
- Develop briefings based on HR projects data and research as the central point of contact for the EVP of Human Resources
- 10 - 15% Travel
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has a strong action orientation, detail focus, analytical/critical thinking skills, and possesses solid project -management and deliverables development
- A combination of solid leadership capability and strong understanding of strategic and actionable HR solutions will be important attributes.
- You will be highly deadline-oriented, with strong multitasking, project management and prioritization skills.
- It is vital you display excellent verbal and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence change and process improvements at all levels of the organization.
- Has experience with large HR initiatives to drive business results. Experience in HR Strategy and Approach development along with regulatory and compliance
- Communicates and leads in a manner that fosters greater understanding, employee engagement and commitment to results.
- Exhibits servant leadership, sensitivity and teamwork.
- Any Global experience will be advantageous
About the Smithers Group
The Smithers Group is a privately held global testing, information and consulting organization that delivers trusted solutions by integrating science, technology and business expertise. We are a healthy growing enterprise lead by our culture of ethics, mission, respect for employees and the individual.
Required Education, Skills and Experience
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
- 10 years within HR
- Proactive leadership and project management track record for HR initiatives, processes, and policies
- Ability to take and provide feedback from all levels of stakeholders and influence in return
- Management and execution of large, complex projects with a senior stakeholder population (from conception to implementation)
- HR generalist or working on human capital initiatives with knowledge of talent acquisition, training, total rewards and compliance projects
- Think on your feet problem solving ability; strong executive presence
- Ability to look at things from a strategic lens and the ability to translate them to HR processes and positive business impact.
- Communicate effectively with all levels of the employee population
- Detail oriented with both quantitative and qualitative outputs
- Knowledge of State and Federal employment laws
- Good knowledge of various HR systems and their integration
Desired Education/Certification:
- Degree in business management, HR or related discipline
- PHR/SPHR or like certification preferred
- Experience with UKG preferred
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