HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner

Responsibilities

At Verizon Wireless, our employees are just as critical to the success of our business as our network. As a true partner to the business, our HR team provides the comprehensive employee support/consultation necessary for VZW to win in the uber-competitive wireless marketplace. The HR Business Partner role drives the delivery and maintenance of new and existing Human Resource programs. This position provides comprehensive Human Resource support to a business unit or corporate function that may include (but is not limited to) staffing, employee and labor relations, job evaluation, training, compensation and benefits. The incumbent acts as a liaison between departments/divisions, all levels of line and staff management, the compensation and benefits department, legal counsel, and outside service providers. The management team relies heavily on this employee for guidance regarding corrective action, performance management, and managing employees who work in a 24/7 organization. The position contributes to human resource program development, implementation and administration. Consults with management on human capital policy implementation and advises employees various employee engagement issues. Staffing and Compensation - Partners with recruitment team and hiring managers to develop hiring strategies to fill open positions at all levels. Develops and analyzes compensation issues in accordance with VZW compensation guidelines and works with managers on compensation decisions for new hires, promotions, salary adjustments and retaining employees. Proactively addresses compensation and organizational inconsistencies. Employee Relations/Business Partner - Conducts internal investigations and consults and escalates them to Employee Relations team. Partners with management on performance issues, creation of Performance Improvement Plans and Corrective Action. Responds to compliance issues and participates in implementation of employee relations programs and initiatives. Training/Facilitating - Delivers a wide variety of HR-related training to managers and employees on topics including (but not limited to): new hire orientation, civil treatment, sexual harassment, performance improvement, employee management skills, compensation, benefits, interviewing skills, etc. Organizational Consulting - Partners with clients by attending staff meetings and presents topics of interest. Implements policies and procedures to impact business results. Manages Regional Initiatives - Responsible for managing one or more of the following regional initiatives: recognition, retention, diversity, union awareness, etc.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. • 4+ years of Human Resources related experience; including 2+ years of strong employee relations experience. • Experience managing a large non-exempt employee population in a 24/7 environment preferred. • Broad understanding of Human Resources including staffing, compensation, employee relations, organizational development, training, performance management and labor relations. • Strong presentation skills and ability to present ideas and training programs to all levels of the organization. • Strong and demonstrated command of Microsoft Office Suite (advanced skills in Excel and Powerpoint, reporting and database skills required) • HRIS experience a plus. • Strong analytical and problem solving skills needed to generate reports and make recommendations for courses of action based upon data • Able to be proactive, prioritize work and handle multiple assignments in a timely manner ; project management experience preferred • Strong conflict resolution, negotiating and facilitation skills