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Human Resource Business Partner

AT Schneider Electric
Schneider Electric

Human Resource Business Partner

Chennai, India

Role Summary:
A strategic Human Resources Business Partner to support the Process Automation team in India. The HRBP is responsible for partnering with Business leaders and client groups to provide a spectrum of HR services encompassing organizational and leadership development, workforce analysis/planning, Rewards management, change management, Talent development and employee engagement to ensure alignment to the business strategy.

Key Responsibilities:
The HRBP liaises with the rest of the HR organization groups including HR Solutions, HR Services and other HRBPs to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of HR capabilities and services to serve the client group. This responsibility includes ensuring that the business is properly resourced and aligned, developed, communicated with and compensated appropriately for performance and market competitiveness.

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This includes but not limited to-

- Collaborate to develop the strategic HR priorities for the business it supports

- Responsible for identifying, prioritising and communicating business needs to HR Solutions, HR Services and other HRBP's and follow up on service level agreements as necessary;

- Understand the business and customer requirements in order to ensure that HR activities and programmes are ultimately aligned with their needs and to ensure they can contribute effectively as members of business teams

- Ensure the voice of the customer is heard when management decisions are being made;

- Ensure successful application of HR solutions through consulting and implementation to solve client and organisational issues;

- Collaborate, develop and implement effective communications' strategies to keep the business and its employees informed and engaged;

- Drive action planning and execution following employee surveys to ensure a constant focus on improving employee engagement;

- Lead and/or support employee engagement initiatives and activities.

- Take a lead and active role in workforce planning & analysis with business leaders and managers. Support leadership in maximising workforce efficiency while increasing organisational capability.

- Take lead to support Rewards planning and execution of Goal Deployment, performance appraisals and compensation campaigns. Ensure the compensation is well addressed and thereby minimize the gaps.

- Leverage tools and systems to generate reports and perform analytics in support of the business;

- Ensure disciplined and consistent approach and processes for change are utilised in the business for all types of change projects

- Acting as an internal consultant, advise and coach business leaders on what should be done and how - facilitating and managing the process for change.

- Ensure the organisation, its structure, resources and key relationships are aligned to business strategy, goals and processes

- Support leadership in the integration of strategy, process, and people into the right structure with the right competencies and capabilities to realise the business plan and maximise performance.

- Act as trusted advisor by providing proactive and strategic HR consultancy, advice and coaching to business leaders.

- Translates business strategy into a clear, concise and engaging message

- Focus on execution of business strategy by aligning HR systems to help accomplish the organisation vision and mission. Integrate systems to ensure all the different elements of the formal strategic plan come together in a coordinated way.

- Participate and/or lead company people programs and projects such as compensation review, performance and development plans, succession planning and talent management; M&A, special projects, competency studies as requested.

Qualifications

Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Business Management/ Human Resources from an accredited university required, with relevant Human Resources generalist/management/ consulting experience.
Experience in supporting senior leaders and client groups essential. Proven HR business partner experience will be an advantage.

Desired: Experience in comparable industry/large companies.
  • Credibility and integrity to act as a trusted advisor
  • High collaborative working style while able to work independently
  • Highly developed internal customer orientation
  • Experience in effecting change including at leadership level
  • Strong communication, coaching, consulting, facilitation and problem solving skills
  • Effective analytical skills with the ability to identify needs and issues and work with HR in developing programs to drive business performance
  • Strong business acumen
  • Strong work ethic; takes initiative
  • Manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously and prioritize work to meet deadlines
  • Strong computer skills, specifically in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project; share sites, social networks. Skilled in using HRIS systems such as retrieving data and generating reports
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Indian employment laws
  • Seeks to continuously improve performance; agile and adaptable
  • Mature and balanced in temperament; able to effectively deal with ambiguity
  • Able to build relationships at all levels
  • Ability to travel occasionally

As part of the team, you'll build a strong career with a collaborative, knowledgeable team of people. Challenges you to think differently to achieve your goals. You'll have easy access to senior management, leading thinkers, and colleagues around the world.

Schedule: Full-time
Req: 0092EX

Client-provided location(s): Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Job ID: Schneider_Electric-https://www.se.com/ww/en/about-us/careers/job-details/human-resource-business-partner/0092EX/
Employment Type: Full Time