Human Resources Business Partner

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for fostering and maintaining client relationships, coaching for performance improvement, advising and negotiating in conflict situations, and assisting in organizational effectiveness efforts to include change management. This role will deliver HR solutions in a number of key areas, such as employee relations, performance management, acquisition integration, training and development, and compliance. As a member of a cross-functional team, reporting to a Vice President of HR, the HRBP will partner with other members of the HR team, and work collaboratively at all levels of management to implement HR programs, policies, and procedures. The focus of this position is working with and through others through leadership, influence, and personal credibility. Building and maintaining relationships is crucial. There is a need for an effective communicator, someone who is able to stimulate and motivate others while being aware of and responsive to their needs and concerns. The person in this position must effectively balance the needs of the organization, management, employees, and customers. A persuasive style of communication is required to communicate the company's policies, programs, and systems. The HRBP has to work according to established guidelines, and where there is no precedence, use good judgment to mitigate risk and ensure the best outcome is achieved taking into account the requirements of the business. A faster-than-average pace will be the norm for this position. A sense of urgency, tenacity, efficency, and problem resolution are key to this role. Supports multiple business units in multiple locations. Necessary corrections must be made in a constructive, supportive manner. In general, this is a position where guidelines, structure, and established policies must be followed fairly closely, while working with and for others. Responsibilities • Ensures alignment between strategies, capabilities, structure, processes, rewards, and people practices; uses various methods to diagnose and address root causes of issues. • Partners strategically with client groups on talent management initiatives to include workforce planning, talent assessment & succession planning, and talent pipeline development. • Initiates change with agility to capitalize on opportunities; builds focus & commitment from key stakeholders to support change efforts using change management principles, tools, and coaching; change efforts to include but not be limited to M&A integration, organizational structural changes, and cultural integration. • Design and structure organizations, units and jobs to optimize effectiveness. • Manage and resolve employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations maintaining confidentiality. • Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance to include the completion of the Affirmative Action Plan, Vets 100, and other reporting requirements; may represent Ossur during government inspections and audits. • Provide day to day performance management and leadership guidance to line management (coaching, engagement, career development, disciplinary actions, team effectiveness, compensation, retention strategies, etc.). • Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention. • Help deploy annual employee engagement surveys, communicate results, conduct focus groups and assist managers with action planning. • Conducts and analyzes exit interviews. • Handles unemployment claims. • Helps leaders create job descriptions; works with compensation on leveling and determine appropriate compensation for roles • Proactively collect and analyze metrics and trends to inform and guide HR strategies, develop solutions and programs. • Provide HR Policy guidance and interpretation; may be responsible for creating & documenting policies and the Employee Handbook • Identify development needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs; supports internal and external development programs. • Coordinates and conducts HR related training; may also design basic training. • Coaches and develops team members. • Communicate, enhance, uphold, and align Ossur’s values, behaviors, and culture with organizational strategies. • Take initiative to identify and anticipate client needs and make recommendations for implementation. • Uses effective project planning and time management skills to ensure projects are on-time and on-budget. • Support diversity efforts. • All employees must be aware, have knowledge and shall have received general training in Quality requirements of Össur. Training takes place in the Onboarding process and in New Employee Orientation. More specific Quality training is job specific. • All training related to the quality management system is done in accordance to the Training Management Process (QM1681). • Exercises good use of company funds and property within the set guidelines. Maintains an honest and professional attitude as the company’s representative at all times. • Contributes to a safe working environment by maintaining own workspace and reporting any potential hazards. Qualifications • BS/BA or equivalent combination of education and experience. • Minimum of 5 years relevant experience. • Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines including employee relations, performance management, training, compensation practices, recruiting, benefits, and employment laws. • Computer proficiency in Word, Excel, PPT, Internet Explorer, and Outlook. Key Competencies: Strategic Thinking & Execution: • Proactively anticipates business issues & opportunities • Engages in strategic business conversations with leaders • Thinks broadly & globally about the enterprise • Make decisions and recommendations with a long-term view • Prioritizes work that has the most positive impact on the organization, minimizing transactional work Össur is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $78,318 - $115,000 bonus benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus or benefits. Benefits we offer: Referral Bonuses Paid Sick and Vacation Time 401(k) plan with Company Match Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Wellness Program - Save Up To 30% In Your Medical Premiums Company Paid Life Insurance Affordable Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance Affordable Accidental and Critical Illness Insurance 10 Paid Holidays Give Back Program – Paid Time Off To Volunteer Tuition Reimbursement Annual Performance Reviews We Provide A Flexible Work Environment To Offer Work/Life Balance And Much More…