Swatch Group · 1 day ago
HR Business Partner
The Swatch Group is the number one manufacturer of finished watches in the world, and they are seeking an HR Business Partner to lead an HR team that supports business units and interacts with management. This role focuses on employee relations, recruitment strategies, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives.
FashionJewelryManufacturing
Responsibilities
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and organizational challenges. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations
Research, develop and implement innovative recruitment & compensation policies and programs specifically tailored to the specific business environment
Maintain in depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with legal department as need-ed/required
Develop, implement and manage recruitment strategies inclusive of sourcing and managing 3rd party recruitment resources and tracking systems
Develop, implement and manage recruitment strategies including negotiating recruitment vendor contracts, screening, interviewing, recommending candidates for hire, conducting reference checks, making job offers, etc
Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement
Advise and guide management through various employee relations issues
Assist management in strengthening their decision making and leadership skills to come to resolution
Investigate complaints in conjunction with legal counsel (if needed)
Advise and guide management through various employee relations issues
Assist management in strengthening their decision making and leadership skills to come to resolution
Create, facilitate and/or implement HR related training for the Business Unit (i.e. Performance Management, Coaching and Development, Communication Styles, etc.)
Administer leaves of absence, workers compensation and unemployment
Investigate complaints in conjunction with legal counsel (if needed)
Develop and manage the Performance Management process, providing guidance to the HR team & management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
Ensure plans of action (training, documentation, resolution, performance counseling) are being executed and deadlines are met
Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, succession planning
Identify training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs
Identify opportunities to improve systems and lead best-practice implementations
Provide HR Policy guidance and interpretation
Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies
Coordinate w/HQ for expatriate assignments and related HR matters
May work directly with departments heads on roll outs for policy and procedure changes as well as benefit programs and changes
All other duties as assigned by Management
Qualification
Required
10+ years of experience in HR with evidence of strong career growth and progression
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Management, or Psychology
Knowledge of federal and state employment laws, California a strong plus
Proficiency with MS Office Software including excel, PowerPoint, word etc
Leadership and teambuilding skills
Outstanding communication skills both written and verbal, ability to maintain confidentiality
Must be able to demonstrate a strong work-ethic
Ability to lead and direct others to maximize performance
Ability to multi task and work in a fast paced environment
Ability to make efficient, accurate decisions, consistent use of good judgment
Creative thinking and creative problem solving
Ability to manage competing priorities
Ability to flex between tactical projects and driving strategy
Ability to recognize opportunity for improvement and lead change
Excellent people management skills
Thoughtful decision maker
Flexible to travel up to 25% of the time
Preferred
PHR or SPHR or HRCI Certified preferred
Preferred specialty in retail HR experience
Benefits
Excellent health, dental and vision insurance (employee and dependents are eligible 1st of the month following 30 days; generous employer contribution)
Immediate participation in the 401(k) and 100% vested employer match after one year (maximum 4% employer match with 5% employee contribution)
Company paid life insurance and Long Term Disability
18 days of PTO per year, 1 Month PTO after 5 years
Special bucket of sick time per year extended paid time for medical, parental and military leave
Holiday pay
Voluntary FSA, STD, Accident/Hospital Indemnity insurance
Employee product discount
Company
Swatch Group
Swatch Group is a diversified multinational holding company active in the manufacture and sale of finished watches, jewelry, watch
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2020-06-12IPO
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