Donlin Gold LLC · 21 hours ago
Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) & HR Project Lead
Donlin Gold LLC is recruiting for key Human Resources positions to support their large-scale mining project in Alaska. The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) and HR Project Lead will provide senior-level HR support and partner closely with leadership to align business objectives with employees and management.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic partner to business and functional leaders, aligning HR strategies with project and operational objectives
Advise leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, and change management initiatives
Anticipate human-capital needs and recommend proactive HR solutions to support long-term project goals
Provide consultative guidance to management on performance management, employee engagement, talent development, and retention strategies
Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, including investigations, grievances, and corrective actions
Ensure consistent interpretation and application of HR policies, practices, and employment standards
Maintain strong knowledge of employment laws and regulatory requirements to mitigate risk and ensure compliance
Partner with legal, finance, and operations to align workforce strategies with business objectives
Support leadership through workforce analytics, trend analysis, and strategic reporting
Provide guidance on organizational restructuring, role changes, promotions, and transfers
Plan, coordinate, and administer HR programs and initiatives in support of long-term project milestones
Lead execution of workforce planning, recruiting, onboarding, and succession planning programs
Manage HR project timelines, deliverables, and dependencies to ensure on-time and effective implementation
Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and presentations for leadership and project stakeholders
Analyze HR data and metrics to assess program effectiveness and recommend process improvements
Develop and implement standardized HR processes, tools, and documentation to support project operations
Partner with HR functional teams to ensure consistent delivery of HR services and initiatives
Support organizational change initiatives and team transitions from a project execution perspective
Draft and coordinate employment terms related to new hires, promotions, transfers, and project assignments
Ensure day-to-day HR activities comply with applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Minimum of eight (8) years of progressive experience in a strategic, advisory, and leadership-facing Human Resources role, with demonstrated expertise in employee relations
Proficiency with HRIS platforms, including ADP, as well as the Microsoft Office Suite
Strong working knowledge of Human Resources principles, employment and labor laws, and regulatory compliance standards
Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Minimum of fifteen (15+) years of progressive Human Resources experience in execution-focused, program management, and delivery roles, including responsibility for employee relations and large-scale HR initiatives
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a challenging environment
Preferred
SHRM certification preferred
Company
Donlin Gold LLC
Donlin Gold is committed to safely and responsibly developing the project and providing opportunities for the Yukon-Kuskokwim region.
Funding
Current Stage
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