We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our team on a contract basis in Seattle, Washington. In this role, you will provide strategic and hands-on support to address employee relations, ensure policy compliance, and guide performance management processes. This position requires an experienced and detail-oriented HR specialist with over 10 years of experience to lead complex investigations and partner with leadership to resolve sensitive workplace matters.
Responsibilities:
• Manage employee relations cases, including conducting thorough investigations, offering performance management guidance, and resolving workplace issues effectively.
• Provide expert advice on HR policies and ensure their consistent application across the organization.
• Act as the point of escalation for complex employee matters, collaborating with leaders to assess risks and determine appropriate resolutions.
• Support operational HR activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and alignment with company practices.
• Guide leaders through corrective action processes, offering strategic recommendations to address performance and conduct concerns.
• Develop and maintain HR metrics and reporting to support data-driven decision-making.
• Collaborate with leadership to design and implement HR strategies that align with organizational goals.
• Leverage Workday HRIS to manage employee data and support HR processes efficiently.
• Conduct training sessions and provide resources to enhance understanding of HR policies and practices.
• Partner with the broader HR team to drive initiatives that foster a positive and compliant workplace culture.
• At least 10 years of experience in human resources, with a strong focus on employee relations and investigations.
• Proficiency in HR systems, particularly Workday HRIS, and experience in managing HR reporting and metrics.
• In-depth knowledge of HR policies, labor laws, and compliance standards.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and complex employee matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Strong expertise in performance management and corrective action processes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and influence across all levels of the organization.
• Experience developing and implementing HR strategies that support organizational objectives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess risks and recommend effective solutions.
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