Chatham Financial
Senior HR Business Partner
Chatham Financial, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania, United States, 19348
Overview:
We don't simply hire employees. We invest in them. At Chatham, we provide employees with the tools and experiences they need to thrive and grow throughout their careers. Chatham offers a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity, and client service. You will have an immediate impact as you partner with talented subject matter experts to do excellent work, collaborate on meaningful projects, and contribute to the value Chatham delivers each and every day.
As a Human Resource Business Partner, you will provide leadership and direction to business leaders and employees concerning human resources activities and initiatives. This role, primarily focused on supporting our U.S. workforce, will be an instrumental advisor and resource on aligning HR strategies with business objectives, driving organizational effectiveness, and fostering a high-performance culture.
In this role you will be responsible for:
Business Partnership
Partner with senior leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals.
Provide guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management
Acting as steward for attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent in the organization
Analyzing people data and recommend the best action steps for the business
Supporting all employment activity including recruitment, development, job performance, investigations, disciplinary action, and other organizational processes
Coaching/Development
Providing coaching and counseling to all levels of management on talent activities including career development, performance management, engagement, compensation, and employee relations
Providing guidance to individual managers regarding managerial styles, skills, and performance
Support performance management program within assigned divisions; including goal management, annual performance reviews, ongoing feedback loops
Supporting the development of top talent by facilitating talent reviews, executing development programs, and educating the organization on talent best practices
Employee Relations
Independently conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations performing root cause analysis, mitigating risk and developing plans that support positive outcomes in line with company values
Providing coaching and counseling to managers and employees to resolve employee relations issues and conflict and to minimize legal risk in employment matters
Informing and advising employees of the company policies and procedures
Providing ongoing communication to employees at all levels concerning programs impacting employees
Compliance
Ensuring all employment processes are completed timely including but not limited to core people workflow, performance reviews, new hires, transfers, separations, maintenance of employee files, etc.
Understanding, communicating, and ensuring compliance with all employment policies and procedures and any applicable laws
Developing and maintaining in-depth, current knowledge and understanding of applicable wage and hour laws, local compensation issues, federal, state, and local laws and regulations and legislation affecting employment
Collaboration
Serving as primary liaison between local and regional locations; creating and maintaining a close partner relationship with division, practice, and functional management teams
Working with internal and external legal counsel on employment issues including but not limited to at-risk terminations, subpoenas, and lawsuits as necessary
Working collaboratively with all people teams including recruiting, talent management, campus operations, total rewards, and regional HR partners
Leading broader People team initiatives as determined
Your impact:
A successful individual will optimize our employees' experience and provide leadership in shaping an inclusive culture, driving collaboration and building partnerships. This role has a high degree of collaboration across the organization, the broader People team as well as our legal and compliance team.
Contributors to your success:
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree or Human Resource certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
Minimum of 8 years' human resources experience with a minimum of 5 years' experience as a human resources business partner who resolved complex HR issues (including employee relations and investigations)
Experience in mid-size (500+), global company preferred
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Workday experience preferred
Proficiency in understanding and applying employment laws and regulations
Demonstrated competence in all HR generalist functions, including employee relations, recruiting, development, and compensation
Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to seek out underlying assumptions through probing, questioning, and listening
Sound business acumen (financial, strategy, markets, competition) and the ability to establish credibility, trust, and partnership at all levels within an organization
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, including ability to collaborate, influence, negotiate; resolve conflicts and coach managers and employees, and work in a team-based environment
Demonstrated knowledge of federal/state employment laws and a solid understanding of general HR practices, laws and regulations required
Results orientation with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize activities around established goals.
Ability to work independently while working effectively as part of a team
Demonstrated commitment to customer service; proactively communicate and respond promptly to employee needs
Ability to research and analyze various types of data
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an acute ability to listen attentively and to communicate and collaborate effectively throughout all levels of the organization
Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%
About Chatham Financial:
Chatham Financial is the largest independent financial risk management advisory and technology firm. A leader in debt and derivative solutions, Chatham provides clients with access to in-depth knowledge, innovative tools, and an incomparable team of over 600 employees to help mitigate risks associated with interest rate, foreign currency, and commodity exposures. Founded in 1991, Chatham serves more than 3,000 companies across a wide range of industries - handling over $750 billion in transaction volume annually and helping businesses maximize their value in the capital markets, every day. To learn more, visit chathamfinancial.com.
Chatham Financial is an equal opportunity employer.
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We don't simply hire employees. We invest in them. At Chatham, we provide employees with the tools and experiences they need to thrive and grow throughout their careers. Chatham offers a distinct work environment that values people, teamwork, integrity, and client service. You will have an immediate impact as you partner with talented subject matter experts to do excellent work, collaborate on meaningful projects, and contribute to the value Chatham delivers each and every day.
As a Human Resource Business Partner, you will provide leadership and direction to business leaders and employees concerning human resources activities and initiatives. This role, primarily focused on supporting our U.S. workforce, will be an instrumental advisor and resource on aligning HR strategies with business objectives, driving organizational effectiveness, and fostering a high-performance culture.
In this role you will be responsible for:
Business Partnership
Partner with senior leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals.
Provide guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and talent management
Acting as steward for attracting, developing, and retaining diverse talent in the organization
Analyzing people data and recommend the best action steps for the business
Supporting all employment activity including recruitment, development, job performance, investigations, disciplinary action, and other organizational processes
Coaching/Development
Providing coaching and counseling to all levels of management on talent activities including career development, performance management, engagement, compensation, and employee relations
Providing guidance to individual managers regarding managerial styles, skills, and performance
Support performance management program within assigned divisions; including goal management, annual performance reviews, ongoing feedback loops
Supporting the development of top talent by facilitating talent reviews, executing development programs, and educating the organization on talent best practices
Employee Relations
Independently conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations performing root cause analysis, mitigating risk and developing plans that support positive outcomes in line with company values
Providing coaching and counseling to managers and employees to resolve employee relations issues and conflict and to minimize legal risk in employment matters
Informing and advising employees of the company policies and procedures
Providing ongoing communication to employees at all levels concerning programs impacting employees
Compliance
Ensuring all employment processes are completed timely including but not limited to core people workflow, performance reviews, new hires, transfers, separations, maintenance of employee files, etc.
Understanding, communicating, and ensuring compliance with all employment policies and procedures and any applicable laws
Developing and maintaining in-depth, current knowledge and understanding of applicable wage and hour laws, local compensation issues, federal, state, and local laws and regulations and legislation affecting employment
Collaboration
Serving as primary liaison between local and regional locations; creating and maintaining a close partner relationship with division, practice, and functional management teams
Working with internal and external legal counsel on employment issues including but not limited to at-risk terminations, subpoenas, and lawsuits as necessary
Working collaboratively with all people teams including recruiting, talent management, campus operations, total rewards, and regional HR partners
Leading broader People team initiatives as determined
Your impact:
A successful individual will optimize our employees' experience and provide leadership in shaping an inclusive culture, driving collaboration and building partnerships. This role has a high degree of collaboration across the organization, the broader People team as well as our legal and compliance team.
Contributors to your success:
Bachelor's degree required
Master's degree or Human Resource certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) preferred
Minimum of 8 years' human resources experience with a minimum of 5 years' experience as a human resources business partner who resolved complex HR issues (including employee relations and investigations)
Experience in mid-size (500+), global company preferred
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Workday experience preferred
Proficiency in understanding and applying employment laws and regulations
Demonstrated competence in all HR generalist functions, including employee relations, recruiting, development, and compensation
Strong analytical and decision-making skills with the ability to seek out underlying assumptions through probing, questioning, and listening
Sound business acumen (financial, strategy, markets, competition) and the ability to establish credibility, trust, and partnership at all levels within an organization
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, including ability to collaborate, influence, negotiate; resolve conflicts and coach managers and employees, and work in a team-based environment
Demonstrated knowledge of federal/state employment laws and a solid understanding of general HR practices, laws and regulations required
Results orientation with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize activities around established goals.
Ability to work independently while working effectively as part of a team
Demonstrated commitment to customer service; proactively communicate and respond promptly to employee needs
Ability to research and analyze various types of data
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills with an acute ability to listen attentively and to communicate and collaborate effectively throughout all levels of the organization
Willingness and ability to travel up to 10%
About Chatham Financial:
Chatham Financial is the largest independent financial risk management advisory and technology firm. A leader in debt and derivative solutions, Chatham provides clients with access to in-depth knowledge, innovative tools, and an incomparable team of over 600 employees to help mitigate risks associated with interest rate, foreign currency, and commodity exposures. Founded in 1991, Chatham serves more than 3,000 companies across a wide range of industries - handling over $750 billion in transaction volume annually and helping businesses maximize their value in the capital markets, every day. To learn more, visit chathamfinancial.com.
Chatham Financial is an equal opportunity employer.
#LI-onsite
#LI-AG1