Defense Engines & Services Customer Support & Sustainment HR Business Partner

Job Description SummaryThe Defense Engines & Services Customer Support and Sustainment (CSS) HR Business Partner will be responsible for providing the full scope of HR advice, guidance, and strategic support to the global CSS team of ~200 employees.
This leader will be charged with executing a comprehensive People Strategy, with a focus on a culture of respect for people, continuous improvement, and customer focus.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated guidance and coaching to leaders and employees with a specific focus on employee advocacy / engagement, FLIGHT DECK, employee relations, performance management, career development, and talent assessment
• Develop and implement HR strategies and policies that align with organizational goals and objectives
• Develop and analyze HR metrics and reports to assess the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.
• Serve as a key contributor to the CSS leadership team, forging strong relationships with leadership and providing leadership coaching as required to clients.
• Manage numerous complex Global Mobile (expatriate) assignments simultaneously
• Oversee that employee relations issues are properly identified, reported, investigated, and resolved.
• Provide advice and counsel to managers and employees to ensure consistent application and integration of policies, procedures, and practices at 100% compliance to promote an ethical and compliant work environment
• Actively support the recruiting, staffing and onboarding of a globally dispersed Field Service team
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations related to HR practices, such as EEO, FMLA, and ADA.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related area from an accredited university or college
• Minimum 5 years prior experience in Human Resources, Business, Employee Relations or related area(s) (can include internships)
• Direct experience in client-focused HR role including learning and development, recruiting, employee relations, and compensation.  
• This role is restricted to U.S. persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and other protected individuals under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) due to access to export-controlled technology. GE will require proof of status prior to employment

Desired Characteristics

• Master’s degree in Human Resources from an accredited university or college
• GE HRLP Graduate or graduate of a similar program
• Experience with a global client group
• A track record and reputation as a trusted advisor and someone who can influence business leaders and the strategic direction of the organization.
• Deep project and change management skills, with the ability to act as a change agent
• High energy individual with the ability to lead, coach and advise leadership to empower employees and builds high-performing teams
• Approachable and responsive resource able to connect with employees at all levels
• Desires employee-facing work
• Applies solid judgment ensuring integrity, compliance, & confidentiality 
• Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

This role requires access to U.S. export-controlled information. Therefore, employment will be contingent upon the ability to prove that you meet the status of a U.S. Person as one of the following: U.S. lawful permanent resident, U.S. Citizen, have been granted asylee or refugee status (i.e., a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).

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