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Human Resources
The Human Resources team helps attract and recruit diverse talent, and works to provide employees with competitive benefits, leadership resources and the support to be successful at United.
Job overview and responsibilities
The aim of the business partner model is to help HR professionals integrate more thoroughly into business processes and to align their day-to-day work with business results. The HR Partner is a thought leader that aligns HR strategies with the business unit objectives by partnering with functional business teams to establish and implement HR programs/initiatives that foster organizational and people development and achieve the business teams’ goals. The HR Partner is skilled in building effective partnerships with all levels of employees and has a demonstrated history of executing successful programs that contribute to the business results. Key skills and abilities include coaching, influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, analysis and problem solving.
· Strategic partnership and Alignment Formulate partnerships across the organization to deliver value added HR service to leaders and employees that help achieve the business objectives of the organization. Maintain a high level of business literacy about the business unit’s core function, financial position, mid-range plans, culture and competition. Team with Talent Acquisition on growing our diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace
· Thought Leadership Analyze business unit trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs and policies to improve HR’s contribution to the organization’s goals
· Organizational Effectiveness Partner with the business unit to assess and effectively address human resources needs in areas such as organizational design, performance management, compensation, and career, competency and leadership development. Assess and anticipate HR related needs develop and implement solutions Actively support discussions and transfer of best practices from different functions in the organization
· Organizational Design Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning
· HR Generalist Establish and maintain strong business partnerships with leadership and employees at all levels of the organization. Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention. Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Provide day-to-day performance management advisory to leaders (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions). Manage HR projects cross-functionally, as needed. Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, appropriately reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Collaborate with legal department as needed/required. Provide HR Policy guidance and interpretation in dealing with employee relations issues
· Development Work with leadership to guides talent, performance and compensation management processes to enable people to build the capabilities our business values, and monitors their impact on organizational effectiveness. Take initiative to identify training needs for business units. Participate in the evaluation and monitoring of training programs’ success. Assist in the identification of key and high potential employees and collaborate on development plans to increase their organizational impact and provide future talent
· The position reports to Houston (HSC); however, qualified candidates residing in Latin America may also be taken into consideration.
QualificationsWhat’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications)
· 4+ years of experience in general HR management and/or a business partner role
· Broad knowledge of Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Conflict Resolution and Organizational Effectiveness
· Familiarity with employment laws and regulations
· Strong analytical skills and the ability to translate business partners’ needs and goals and apply HR solutions needed to achieve results
· Excellent business partner management and business acumen skills
· Successful influencing skills
· Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
· Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to read, write, and speak English and Spanish fluently
· Experience in employee development, coaching, organizational design, recruiting, compensation, employee relations, training, and HR project management and program execution
· HR business acumen - able to diagnose problems and identify and drive appropriate solutions
· Ability to function and thrive in a fast-paced environment
· Ability to build trusted relationships through all levels of the organization
· Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
· Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
· Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications)
· PHR or SHRM-CP
The base pay range for this role is $99,750.00 to $135,960.00.
The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident & disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.