HR Manager

at  Smiths Group

JOB FUNCTION:

Human Resources
About Us
Smiths Detection, part of Smiths Group, is a global leader in threat detection and screening technologies for aviation, ports & borders, defense, and urban security. Our expertise is spread across 5 R&D centers, 21 Global Offices and 7 Manufacturing Sites with 3000 Brilliant minds globally contributing for over 40 years at the frontline which enables us to deliver the solutions needed to protect our society from any threat and illegal passage of explosives, prohibited weapons, contraband, toxic chemicals, and narcotics. Every minute of every day, our technology and talented team members help to make the world a safer place - https://youtu.be/JmcKLJTrHLc

Job Description

• Responsible for providing support and guidance to both employees and managers related to HR policies and practices
• Local subject matter expert with respect to employment legislation and labor/union relations and provides day-to-day support addressing HR related queries
• Supports administrative activities associated with the employee lifecycle including but not limited to activities associated with local staffing additions/departures, health benefits communications, coaching related to performance management, and the reporting and investigation of policy (i.e. Code of Conduct, Harassment, etc.) or compliance violations.

Duties & Responsibilities

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:

• Associate/Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Preferred, or recognized qualification/certification in Human Resources
• Proven working experience as HR Manager or other HR Executive
• People oriented and results driven
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
• Ability to professionally manage employee and company data with the highest degree of discretion and/or confidentiality as appropriate
• Ability to properly address reported policy (i.e. Code of Conduct, Harassment, etc.) or compliance violations, and able to professionally manage the complete incident investigation process (i.e. reporting, investigation, actions, and closure).
• Demonstrated working knowledge of country/local employment legislation and labor/union relations
• Able to effectively communicate and coach employees and managers on HR policies and practices
• Able to provide functional guidance and support to line/operations management with respect to sensitive or career oriented employee decisions.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple activities as required by the HR calendar, while maintaining day-to-day service quality supporting both employees and managers
• Knowledgeable and efficient in the use of HR business systems available to support employee master data management, staffing, training, compensation, health and wellness, performance management, etc
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an approachable and trustworthy nature. ·
• Responsive to employee and manager queries regarding HR matters, and dedicated to providing thoughtful and timely guidance and/or solutions. ·
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Prior HR Generalist or HR Representative experience preferred
• Prior HR Shared Services experience preferred

• Manage the development and implementation of staffing strategies to ensure effective recruitment, screening, selection and retention of quality employees, using practices consistent with company policies and legal requirements.
• Work with functional managers; manage the delivery and administration of HR processes such as Employee Relations, Compensation, Benefits and Performance Management programs
• Ensure assistance is available to counsel employees and managers to resolve issues such as policy and procedure interpretation, performance expectations, absenteeism, discipline, and workplace harassment and discrimination
• Provide consultation, resources and training assistance to department and division management to assess and address ongoing training and development needs. Provide oversight to ensure equitable access to training opportunities.
• Delivers site/functional communications in accordance with group/divisional/functional communication strategies. Collects and analyses feedback from communications and works with constituents to develop recommended actions
• Partner with HR Operation to provide HR System support, process standardization and centralization, implementation of global or regional project initiatives
• Interacts regularly with local Division employees and managers, as well as local vendors/suppliers.
• Erroneous decisions or recommendations are not likely to result in failure to achieve major goals and objectives of the organization
• Other duties as required
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