HR Business Partner (f/m/d)

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

The vision of KLA’s global human resources organization is to become a leader and partner to operating leadership in support of the company’s efforts to achieve its strategic growth, customer and operating objectives through strategic talent management. Our mission is to enable the business, and leverage human resources to achieve short and long-term business objectives. Our primary areas of strategic focus include talent acquisition, individual and organizational assessment and development, performance management, inclusion and engagement, and rewards. The global HR organization includes HR business partners, learning and development, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, employee communications, and HR system operations.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

Key Responsibilities:

• Support strategic HR goals and initiatives that align with business needs.
• Drive HR strategy for the KLA Jena site.
• Collaborate with the local works council to develop and implement new agreements.
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing in cooperation with the payroll provider.
• Participate in business unit management meetings, including strategic planning and reviews.
• Analyze and measure HR program outcomes through data analysis and reporting.
• Promote the “Inclusion for All” agenda within the region.
• Harmonize terms, conditions, policies, and standardize processes for efficiency.
• Lead or participate in regional/global HR projects.

Employee Relations:

• Provide guidance on handling employee relations issues.
• Promote organizational change through effective communication and direction.

Regulatory Compliance:

• Assess regulatory compliance and educate management on potential concerns.
• Manage internal and external audits.

Team Collaboration:

• Work with the German-wide HR team to ensure alignment in HR practices and policies.
• Partner with KLA Centers of Excellence to drive improvements in Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits, Inclusion for All, Legal, and Communications.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR Business Partner role.
• Strong knowledge of German labor laws and regulations, with experience in cooperation with works council.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in both German and English.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Experience with HR systems and tools.
• Comfortable working in a fast-growing matrix organization.
• Track record in HR project management and process improvements.
• Intuition for business and understanding of the financial implications of HR initiatives.
• Experience in business analysis to implement relevant reporting as needed by the business.
• Ability to promote fairness and integrity in the implementation of HR policies, programs, and practices.

We offer a competitive, family friendly total rewards package. We design our programs to reflect our commitment to an inclusive environment, while ensuring we provide benefits that meet the diverse needs of our employees.

KLA is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

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