Regional Human Resources Manager

Regional Human Resources Manager - Metro New YorkIf you are interested in growing your Human Resources career with one of the largest and fastest growing off-price retailers in the nation, join the Burlington Stores team as a Regional Human Resource Manager! Are you an experienced HR professional with excellent leadership skills and deep understanding of human resources best practices? Do you believe creating a positive company culture is key to a company’s success? Do you enjoy building relationships, helping people and solving problems?As a Regional Human Resource Manager, you’ll provide comprehensive HR support in the areas of employee relations, talent acquisition and management, compensation, employment law/compliance, benefits, organizational effectiveness, and learning and development. You’ll serve as a strategic business partner in executing the design, implementation, administration and monitoring of best practices and programs within the specified region. You will always conduct business with the highest level of integrity and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential information. You’ll lead by example, positively communicating and demonstrating the company’s Core Values by developing trust and respect among peers and staff, building strong teams and partnerships and driving resultsResponsibilities:Provide tactical guidance and input regarding HR strategies.Act as key interface between Corporate HR and the stores.Visit stores and build trusting consultative relationships with associates and store management.Stay up to date on all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations governing employment (EEO, wage and hour, employee benefit, leave, etc.)Serve as a resource to field team members for answering general benefit questions and provide advice on unemployment hearings and workers' compensation hearingHandle various employee relations issues, conduct investigations, train and develop staff and maintain important documentation for recordkeeping and compliance purposes in an organized manner.Partner with internal and/or external legal counsel to prepare for and/or respond to lawsuits or complaints filed by outside agencies; Attend mediations, arbitrations and other court proceedings as needed.Support the region in establishing and executing an effective recruiting strategy (short and long term) and work with the region to source, recruit, interview, and hire qualified candidates.Coordinate, facilitate and attend job fairs for new store openings.Train store, district, and regional management in all areas of human capital management including: policy and procedure, leadership skills and development, sexual harassment, talent acquisition, performance management, terminations, and benefitsCoordinate and implement performance management program, provide coaching in the moment and be able to give and receive critical feedback for growth of associates and self.Track and maintain HR metrics and reportingCandidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business or related field or equivalent experience to PHR/SPHR certification. PHR/SPHR certification is preferred. At least 7 years of experience in an HR Generalist role or above and at least 3 years of Retail HR experience is preferred. Experience with HRIS, internet sourcing, ATS, and payroll systems (i.e., Workday, iCIMS) is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs is required. Travel is required to all stores within region.If you……are excited to deliver great values to customers every day;…take a sense of pride and ownership in helping drive positive results for a team;…are committed to treating colleagues and customers with respect;…believe in the power of diversity and inclusion;…want to participate in initiatives that positively impact the world around you;Come join our team. You’re going to like it here!You will enjoy a competitive wage, flexible hours, and an associate discount. Burlington’s benefits package includes medical, dental and vision coverage including life and disability insurance. Full time associates are also eligible for paid time off, paid holidays and a 401(k) plan.We are a rapidly growing brand, and provide a variety of training and development opportunities so our associates can grow with us. Our store teams work hard and have fun together! Burlington associates make a difference in the lives of customers, colleagues, and the communities where we live and work every day. Burlington Stores, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity.