Regional HR Business Partner

SSP Deutschland GmbH; Canada; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Regional HR Business Partner to join their dynamic team. This pivotal role focuses on managing union-related activities and ensuring compliance with employment laws across various locations. You will provide comprehensive HR support, including employee relations, recruitment, and training, while collaborating with senior operations teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR business partnering, particularly in the hospitality or airport industry, and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HR Business Partner experience in a corporate setting required.
• Proficient in US labor and employment laws; Canadian expertise is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage union-related activities and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Develop and deliver effective internal communications for employee engagement.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Organizational Skills

HR Business Partnering

Collective Bargaining

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Job description

• $120,000 - $150,000 / year + Bonus Potential
• Must live in or be willing to relocate to the Bay Area (San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose), San Diego, Denver, Salt Lake City, or Seattle
• Must be willing to travel approximately 50% of the time including overnight extended stays.
• Must pass a criminal background check and meet airport security requirements.

Join our dynamic team as a Regional HR Business Partner, working closely with senior operations teams to ensure the effective execution of people processes at designated airports. Your primary focus will be on managing union-related activities and ensuring compliance with employment laws across your assigned locations. You will provide comprehensive HR support across various functions, including employee relations, recruitment, compensation, and training, while collaborating with support center teams to deliver high-quality people services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary liaison for all union-related activities and ensure adherence to grievance and disciplinary policies.
• Monitor and update employment laws and mandates, ensuring compliance across all locations.
• Manage key HR functions including employee relations, health and safety, compensation, and training.
• Develop and deliver effective internal communications to keep employees informed and engaged.
• Experience in facilitation/delivery of training modules.
• Investigate and resolve complex employee issues, ensuring fairness and consistency in all HR processes.
• Participate in collective bargaining, contract administration, and union activities.
• Coach and mentor managers on performance management and talent development initiatives.
• Ensure meticulous recordkeeping and data integrity to support timely decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field required.
• Minimum of 8 years of HR Business Partner experience in a corporate setting, preferably in hospitality, food service, or the airport industry required.
• Must have experience participating in collective bargaining activities, including contract administration, grievance responses, arbitration preparation, negotiation preparation, and strike contingency planning.
• Proficient in US labor and employment laws; Canadian expertise is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interface effectively at all organizational levels.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be eligible to work and travel approximately 50% within the US and Canada.

Diversity and Inclusion is a priority at SSP. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to engaging all of our people, so they feel valued and motivated; we champion diversity, promote inclusion, and ensure equality. We respect and protect human rights and prevent discrimination; and we positively impact our communities. We encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates regardless of background, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual identity and orientation.