Manager Human Resources

McDermott International, Ltd; Norrbottens län; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd is seeking a seasoned HR Generalist to support the full employment lifecycle in Sweden. The role covers talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, talent management, compensation, and HR operations, with a focus on policy enforcement and process optimization.

The candidate will lead a team of HR generalists, ensure timely training, and partner with global HR COEs on initiatives, while maintaining strong confidentiality and robust reporting capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not essential.
• 10+ years in a Senior HR Generalist or similar role.
• Strong understanding of HR principles and practices.
• Experience with HR systems (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft).
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR lifecycle activities from talent acquisition to onboarding and offboarding.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, employee relations, benefits, and payroll.
• Manage recruitment activities aligned with business needs.
• Coordinate offers, contracts, and employment documentation.
• Lead onboarding, talent management, and merit review processes.
• Generate monthly/adhoc HR reports and drive process improvements.
• Oversee HR systems and ensure compliance with McDermott policies.
• Lead a team of HR generalists and ensure training completion.

Skills

HR generalist

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Relationship building

Policy guidance

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

PeopleSoft

Job description

Job Overview

Supports the business and employees throughout the employment lifecycle. Has a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited to talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, talent management, compensation and benefits, and operations.

Job Description

Job Overview

Supports the business and employees throughout the employment lifecycle. Has a broad range of responsibilities, including but not limited to talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, talent management, compensation and benefits, and operations.

Responsibilities

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Work within defined parameters can make decisions and apply concepts to issues of high complexity and resolve issues through immediate action
• Provide timely and accurate advice and guidance on general HR inquiries related to policies and processes and other general HR matters, including employee relations, benefits, talent development, and payroll
• Manage recruitment activities in line with business requirements
• Manage the offer process by ensuring offer letters and employment contracts or issued per Company policy, local laws, and regulations
• Manage the onboarding and off-boarding processes, which include conducting orientation sessions, exit interviews, and system updates
• Manage talent management processes, including annual initiatives such as talent review, succession planning, and goals setting
• Manage compensation processes such as salary reviews and promotions, including annual initiatives such as merit review
• Partner with HR COEs on global initiatives
• Responsible for maintenance of or oversight of HR and other systems as required
• Responsible for generating monthly and ad hoc HR reports by compiling, transforming, and visualizing data
• Make recommendations for process improvements and innovations to drive efficiencies
• Develop, maintain, and approve procedural documentation to accurately reflect business process
• Manage a team of HR generalists
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
• Own and lead the implementation, enforcement, and verification of compliance with all McDermott policies and procedures
• Ensure employees understand their responsibility and authority to effectively implement the requirements of all McDermott policies and procedures
• Ensure the timely completion of all mandatory training by themselves and their teams

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications and Education

• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not essential
• A minimum of 10 years experience in a similar or Senior HR Generalist role
• A detailed understanding of HR principles and practices
• Experience with HR Systems, e.g., SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to build good relationships
• Capability to apply discretion and maintain high levels of confidentiality

About Us

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