Human Resources Business Partner

This role will consult and assist in the implementation of HR strategy, programs and policies across multiple client groups; including talent identification, performance management, employee relations, compensation, reward and recognition, succession planning, organization and staff development, leadership/bench strength development, staffing, EEO and other areas within the HR body of knowledge. Ensure solutions are effectively implemented and sustained. Organize, prioritize, plan, schedule, and execute Business Unit/Division/Sector/Corporate HR projects and initiatives. The selected candidate will partner with the business to develop and implement solutions and deliver exceptional Human Resources (HR) support in a challenging and dynamic business environment.
Job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

Serves as a strategic partner and consultant to internal customers and stakeholders, including organizational and talent development, performance management, employee relations, compensation, labor relations, and reward and recognition.
Establish intimate understanding of the business, build and expand relationships with client leadership teams, and create close partnerships across HR, centers of excellence (COE's), profit and loss (P&L), engineering, and other functional organizations.
Supporting and partnering with HR colleagues in operations, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee relations, diversity and inclusion and organizational effectiveness to support talent strategies.
Identifying trends, risks, and opportunities within the organization and developing solutions in partnership with division and matrix leadership, COE and functional HR business leadership.
Advise leadership on new ideas and winning practices in the areas of assessment, development, compensation, organizational effectiveness, strategy, on-boarding, change management and communications.
Analyzing and concisely presenting information to the management team to enable business growth and sound decision making.
Providing business insight through data analysis, research, and benchmarking.
Playing a key change leadership role in the company's transformation by reinforcing a culture of growth, innovation and calculated risk taking through the application of human capital strategy, tools and processes.
Supporting and enabling leaders to make informed decisions about talent and holding their organizations accountable for business results.
Project managing multiple HR projects to include: planning, organizing, implementing, and completing the projects simultaneously on topics within various HR work streams.
This position requires senior leadership contact and the ideal candidate with possess a track record of leadership and decision-making skills with the ability to realize results in an environment of ambiguity. The incumbent must have communication skills to effectively interact with a geographically disbursed leadership team. Role is based in Plymouth, MN, but will provide support in both Plymouth and Elk River, MN.
Job Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational development, Industrial Psychology, or a related field with 2+ plus years of relevant experience, or Master's with 0+ plus years of relevant experience in HR or related field. An additional 4 years of experience can be used in lieu of degree.
Understanding and application of HR principles, concepts, policies and practices.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence others.
Proficient in Microsoft office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proven ability to support cross-functional projects to completion including organizing, planning, scheduling, and following up on project related items.
U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications:

PHR or SPHR certification
Working knowledge of HRIS platforms and technology, with preferred applications experience in Workday.
Advanced problem-solving skills and the ability to be flexible and adjust direction when needed.
Experience supporting manufacturing client groups a plus.
Experience in proactive HR assessment and diagnosis of business challenges and ability to craft effective solutions.
Labor Relations experience with contract administration, interpretation, negotiations, grievance cases, and arbitrations.
Salary Range: $70,600.00 - $105,800.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.