HR Leadership Development Program Associate

Polaris Inc.; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship

Professional development

Networking

Early Talent Summit Week

Job summary

Polaris Inc. invites recent graduates to join its Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP), a three-year rotation program designed to develop business acumen, leadership capability, and HR expertise.

Participants experience multiple HR roles across locations, with relocation required for rotations to Medina, MN; Plymouth, MN; Roseau, MN, Huntsville, AL and beyond. Through three one-year rotations, associates gain real-world HR experience, working with senior leaders and driving

Qualifications

• Recent graduates seeking an HR leadership track.
• Willing to relocate for rotations across the U.S.
• Interest in building business acumen, leadership capability, and HR expertise.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Rotate across HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, and Center of Excellence experiences based on business needs and development goals.
• Support talent strategies, workforce initiatives, and employee relations across Polaris business units.
• Transition into a full-time HR-related position after program completion, contingent on performance.

Skills

Leadership potential

Mobility for rotations

Job description

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are, and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.

Leadership Development Program Overview

At Polaris, we believe great HR leaders are built through experience, challenge, and opportunity. The Human Resources Leadership Development Program (HRLDP) offers recent graduates an accelerated path to develop business acumen, leadership capability, and HRexpertise. Through rotational assignments, exposure to senior leaders, and real-world business challenges, participants build the skills and confidence to become trusted business partners and future leaders within Polaris.

Program Length: 3 Years
Rotation Length: 1 Year (3 Rotations)

TheHRLDPis designed to accelerate the development of future HR leaders by providing broad exposure across key areas of Human Resources. Throughout the three-year program, associates complete three one-year rotations that build business acumen, leadership capability, and functional HRexpertise. These rotationswill include relocation–candidatesmust be mobile.

Individualsrotate across a combination of HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, and Center of Excellence experiences based on business needs, individual interests, and development goals.

• HRBusiness Partner (HRBP): Partner with business leaders to align talent strategies with organizational goals, support workforce initiatives, and drive business performance across Polaris business units. Rotation Locations Could Include: Medina, MN; Plymouth, MN; Wyoming, MN

• HR Generalist (HRG): Support frontline manufacturing or distribution operations through employee relations, workforce planning, leader coaching, and day-to-day HR partnership. Rotation Locations Could Include: Roseau, MN; Huntsville, AL; Rigby, ID;Elkhart, IN

• Center of Excellence (CoE): Help design and deliver enterprise-wide HR programs, systems, and strategies that support employees, leaders, and HR teams across Polaris. Potential focus areas include Talent Acquisition, Organizational Development, Early Talent,Labor&Employee Relations,TalentAnalytics&TotalRewards. Rotation Locations Could Include: Medina, MN; Plymouth, MN; Wyoming, MN

Upon completion of the program, you will transition into a full-time Human Resources-related position within the business, contingent on business needs and the skills andperformanceyoudemonstrateduring the program.

Program Advantages:

As anemployee, you will enjoy specific benefits beyond rotational experiences, including:

• Mentorship: pairingwithafunctional business leader for mentor support throughout your DP journey.

• ProfessionalDevelopment: structured and self-guided learning opportunities provided throughout the programto build leadership skills.

• Networking: intentional time with peers and leaders to build your professional network.

• Early Talent Summit Week : participationina3-day event in our Wyoming, MN office. This immersive experience brings together all US interns and DPs for professional development, structured networking, a DP graduation event, inspiring executive speakers, and a thrilling team ride on some of your favorite Polaris vehicles