Human Resources Business Partner

Loram Pty Ltd.; Minnesota; On-site; USD 87,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Loram Pty Ltd. in Minnesota is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to guide daily HR operations for assigned departments.

You will advise on policies, provide consultative services on performance, and work with leaders to ensure teams have the HR support needed for growth. Key responsibilities include translating business strategy into organizational design and talent solutions, guiding performance and career development, supporting compensation, and partnering on recruitment and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 5+ years in multiple HR disciplines (staffing, training, employee relations, compensation, leadership development, talent management, and project management).
• 3+ years of supervisory or management experience.
• 9+ years of combined education and experience in multiple HR disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Translate business strategy into progressive organizational performance solutions including organizational design, talent management, leadership development, change management, and culture change.
• Provide guidance to leadership on performance management and career development. Identify, develop, and implement talent processes to improve employee development, talent retention, and succession planning.
• Support the planning and delivery of a strategic compensation approach that supports business priorities, and pay-for-performance philosophy and is equitable.
• Partner with hiring managers on the recruitment process, participating in interviews, and advising on offers.
• Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Build engagement through all levels of the organization by creating a respectful and inclusive work environment while modeling the Company’s ICARE values and fostering cultural diversity.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues by conducting thorough and objective investigations, providing recommendations for corrective action, and supporting leaders during employee performance management discussions.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Support senior leaders on key areas such as building an inclusive and diverse team, creating a culture of belonging, and acting as a sounding board for all employees to encourage cross-pollination, collaboration, and high performance
• Translates the business priorities of their leaders into relevant HR strategies and monitors the effectiveness of organization performance programs using metrics and analytics in a way that brings value to the business.
• Analyzes key data and trends to drive organizational effectiveness and the development of a workforce plan aligned with business strategy and objectives.
• Identify and implement processes and solutions to improve the capability of leaders, managers, and employees through training and development initiatives.

Skills

Talent management

Compensation strategy

Performance management

Leadership development

Change management

Recruitment guidance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field

Job description

REF274Z

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department: Human Resources

Reports to: Director, Human Resources

GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE

Responsible for guidance and coordination of daily Human Resource (HR) operations for a given department or departments. This includes providing input to all relevant policies and programs, consultative services on organizational performance, and relevant HR data to help establish and review performance goals. Through collaboration, guidance, and strategic agility, this position ensures department(s) have the HR support required to build strong teams with attention to continued development that will drive continued growth and improvement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Talent Management And Compensation

• Translates business strategy and organizational needs into progressive organizational performance solutions including organizational design, talent management, leadership development, change management, and culture change.


• Provide guidance to leadership on performance management and career development. Identify, develop, and implement talent processes to improve employee development, talent retention, and succession planning.


• Support the planning and delivery of a strategic compensation approach that supports business priorities, and pay-for-performance philosophy and is equitable.


• Partner with hiring managers on the recruitment process, participating in interviews, and advising on offers.


• Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.

Employee Relations

• Build engagement through all levels of the organization by creating a respectful and inclusive work environment while modeling the Company’s ICARE values and fostering cultural diversity.


• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues by conducting thorough and objective investigations, providing recommendations for corrective action, and supporting leaders during employee performance management discussions.


• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.

Strategy and Training

• Support senior leaders on key areas such as building an inclusive and diverse team, creating a culture of belonging, and acting as a sounding board for all employees to encourage cross-pollination, collaboration, and high performance


• Translates the business priorities of their leaders into relevant HR strategies and monitors the effectiveness of organization performance programs using metrics and analytics in a way that brings value to the business.


• Analyzes key data and trends to drive organizational effectiveness and the development of a workforce plan aligned with business strategy and objectives.


• Identify and implement processes and solutions to improve the capability of leaders, managers, and employees through training and development initiatives.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Human Resources, or a related field.

Experience: 5+ Years Experience in multiple HR disciplines (staffing, training, employee relations, compensation, leadership development, talent management, and project management). Progressive experience in HR Management, or in Senior Human Capital Consulting. 3+ Years of supervisory or management experience.

• 9+ years of combination of education and experience in multiple HR disciplines - staffing, training, employee relations, compensation, leadership development, talent management, or project management.

Licenses/Certifications: Obtain and maintain Railroad Certifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience: Experience in the rail industry

Licenses/Certifications: SHRM or HRCI Certification

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

This position requires successful completion of:

• The subject’s name must correspond to their Social Security number and date of birth.


• A nationwide, federal, and state criminal background check will be conducted. Up to a seven-year history will be considered, including incarceration or court supervision. Findings will be reviewed relative to the position requirements.


• Current and prior relevant employment experience will be verified to confirm the candidate meets the minimum required years of experience for the position.


• Post-secondary education at the associate degree level or higher will be verified, including degree(s) earned and dates of completion.


• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check will be conducted upon hire and annually thereafter in accordance with Loram’s Driving Policy


• All applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment drug. Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-incident drug and/or alcohol testing in compliance with federal regulations and company policy. Corporate non safety applicants are subject to drug test.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Office deskwork, requiring sitting, walking, using phone & computer


• May lift up to 30 lbs. occasionally


• Up to 25% or more travel, including international


• Can tolerate variable and sometimes challenging conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and respectful workplace. We make all employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the countries where we operate, including the Equality Act 2010 in the UK, relevant U.S. federal, state, and local laws, Brazil’s anti-discrimination provisions under the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT) and Federal Constitution, India’s Equal Remuneration Act and Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, Australia’s Fair Work Act 2009 and applicable state and territory legislation, and Canada’s human rights protections under the Canadian Human Rights Act and applicable provincial or territorial laws.

Benefits

Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization.

Compensation

Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation.

The pay range for this position is between $87,300-$131,100