Kia America · 2 weeks ago
HR Generalist II
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$62K/yr - $83K/yr
5+ years expKia America is redefining value in the automotive industry and is seeking an HR Generalist II to support various HR programs and initiatives. This role involves providing tactical support to HR Business Partners, managing full-cycle recruitment, and ensuring effective talent management and employee relations within the organization.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Lead New Hire Orientation sessions as needed, advising on logistics and content
Process team member and contractor onboarding and offboarding, ensuring a smooth experience for new hires
Support HRBPs in creating and implementing reorganization plans, including preparing presentations and coordinating changes with leadership
Respond to HR-related inquiries via the HR inbox, ensuring timely and accurate responses
Collaborate with business units to ensure alignment between job descriptions and talent acquisition strategies
Provide administrative support to Talent Management processes, including performance management, merit/promotion cycles, and other employee lifecycle activities
Partner with HRBPs to identify and support employee development and retention strategies
Support HRBPs by providing tactical support to assigned business units, ensuring alignment between HR strategies and business goals
Support the onboarding and offboarding process to ensure a seamless employee experience while maintaining compliance with company policies
Conduct and document stay interviews, providing valuable insights to HRBPs for improving employee retention
Review and ensure job descriptions are aligned with business needs; collaborate with HR Operations to grade positions and create requisitions in the HRIS system
Assist with the development and execution of HR programs such as performance management, employee engagement, and leadership development
Serve as a primary point of contact for business unit leaders on general HR inquiries, and provide day-to-day support for employee relations issues, escalating to HRBPs as necessary
Support HRBPs and Employee Relations Specialist to manage employee relations issues, including performance issues, conflict resolution, and investigations
Maintain day to day recruiting, which includes sourcing/screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and making recommendations for job offers, initiating relocation plans
Partner with recruiters to develop and implement strategies to fill roles in a timely and efficient manner
Assist in the recruiting process for temporary employees and contractors, ensuring a smooth onboarding experience
Attend career fairs and represent the company at external recruiting events, as necessary
Collect and analyze HR data to generate reports on key HR metrics, such as turnover rates, recruitment statistics, and employee engagement
Prepare and submit weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reports to HR leadership, including headcount reports and KPIs
Leverage data insights to make informed recommendations for improving HR processes and strategies
Process invoices related to talent team functions (e.g., relocation, temp services), ensuring timely processing and submission of monthly accruals
Maintain relationships with key vendors, ensuring the resolution of any inquiries or issues related to services provided
Assist with the renewal of contracts for talent vendors and ensure they meet business requirements
Manage monthly accruals, track the talent team’s budget, providing support in forecasting and reconciling budget needs
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
5+ years of administrative experience required
3+ years of HR support experience required
Proven experience in full-cycle recruiting, including leadership roles
Ability to plan, prioritize, organize, and execute tasks with diversified workload and ability to do so with attention to detail
Must be able to maintain focus and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Ability to analyze information and make sound decisions under time constraints
Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
Must be able to respond to challenges with poise and agility
Ability to handle competing priorities effectively and with composure
Strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
Excellent customer service focus and interpersonal skills
High degree of integrity and professionalism in dealing with confidential information
In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, with the ability to interpret complex data and draw actionable insights
Strong interviewing and assessment skills, with the ability to influence candidates and close talent in competitive environments
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and HRIS platforms
Ability to shift focus quickly and manage tasks in a fast-paced environment
Strong credibility and presence, able to influence leaders and managers across varying personalities and backgrounds
Preferred
PHR or SHRM-CP strongly preferred
Experience in an automotive OEM environment is a plus
Experience using an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and HRIS; SuccessFactors experience preferred
Corporate experience at a multi-state or international company preferred
Benefits
Premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents
401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral
Paid time off
Company lease and purchase programs
Company-wide holiday shutdown
Paid volunteer hours
Premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California
Company
Kia America
Kia America is headquartered in Irvine, California and is a subsidiary of Kia Corporation.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Seungkyu Yoon
President & CEO
John Yoon
Executive Vice President and General Counsel
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