Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Please note: This hybrid position requires onsite presence in Morrisville, NC at least three days per week.
The Role
As an Lead HR People Partner , you will support People Managers in executing HR programs and practices that enhance employee experience, strengthen performance, and enable a high-impact culture. Embedded within the business, you will provide practical HR guidance, partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), People Operations, and HR Business Partners, and ensure the consistent application of policies and processes that drive business success.
Core Responsibilities
Advise on Employee Relations: Partner with leaders to address complex employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation with fairness and consistency.
Conduct Investigations: Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and HR COEs to investigate workplace concerns with integrity, empathy, and timely resolution.
Execute HR Programs: Lead local delivery of core HR programs such as performance management, employee surveys, compensation planning, onboarding, and recognition initiatives.
Enable People Managers: Coach frontline leaders on team effectiveness, performance management, development conversations, and culture-building practices.
Drive Adoption of Tools & Processes: Promote self-service and digital HR tools (e.g., Workday) while ensuring data accuracy and improving user capability.
Ensure Compliance & Policy Stewardship: Monitor and apply local labor laws, policies, and procedures in partnership with HR and legal teams to mitigate risk.
Required Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
Experience:
5+ years of progressive HR experience
Strong experience in employee relations, including investigations and conflict resolution
Skills & Knowledge:
Working knowledge of core HR disciplines (performance, talent management, compensation, TA, policy administration)
Understanding of local labor laws and compliance requirements
Ability to analyze situations, identify root causes, and recommend solutions
Experience using HR systems (e.g., Workday) and reporting tools
Strong business acumen and ability to support operational leaders
Preferred Qualifications
PHR/SPHR certification
Continuous Improvement or Lean/Green Belt certification
Experience leveraging AI or digital tools to improve HR processes
Additional Information
Travel Requirements: Minimal to moderate travel may be required based on business needs
Work Environment: Office or hybrid environment supporting business operations
Physical Demands: Ability to perform standard office-based activities (with reasonable accommodations where required)
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
- 5+ years of progressive HR experience
- Strong experience in employee relations, including investigations and conflict resolution
- Working knowledge of core HR disciplines
- Understanding of local labor laws and compliance requirements
- Experience using HR systems (e.g., Workday) and reporting tools
What We Do
Xylem |ˈzīləm| 1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots; 2) a leading global water technology company. Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas. If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!
