HR Specialist

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Job description

Job Location:

Corporate Indianapolis

PRIMARY PURPOSE: The Human Resource Specialist will be responsible for providing Human Resources guidance to field employees on company guidelines, employee relations, compliance issues, onboarding, performance management, and learning and development needs. The HR Specialist will seek out opportunities to increase employee engagement and satisfaction, and will collaborate and assist on multiple project initiatives aligned with Simon's business strategies, objectives and growth initiatives.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:

* Support the HR partners with general HR programs including learning and development, employment law compliance, compensation and benefits administration, talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, workforce planning and performance management. Assist the HR Partners in the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and practices

* Assist the HR Partners in the implementation of HR policies, procedures, and practices

* Work closely with HR Partners to understand business issues and opportunities and assist them in developing and implementing HR initiatives to address those opportunities

* Implement and manage HR operating standards for the business (i.e. Succession planning, on-boarding, overall talent management processes, etc.)

* Assist HR Partners and leadership teams in improving organizational effectiveness by analyzing department structures and evaluating options; assess employee climate, morale and effectiveness and developing action steps for improvement

* Positively communicate and demonstrate Simon's Core Values by developing trust and respect among peers and staff; build strong teams and partnerships and driving results

* Develop, maintain, and analyze HR metrics

* Assist in the acquisition and development of talent to ensure business needs are met

* Enhance employee and management performance by identifying and addressing learning & development needs

* Execute compensation programs based on corporate guidelines; participates in job evaluations and pay decisions as required

* Maintain open communications with employees and management. Counsel management on effective management and coaching techniques

* Advise and provide assistance to supervisors and managers on identifying, evaluating, and resolving employee relations issues. Ensure consistent treatment of employees and provides coaching to managers on the corrective action process

* Ensure legal compliance by monitoring and implementing applicable human resources federal and state requirements

* Assist in terminations and analyze exit interviews information to identify recurring themes and areas to address

* Ensures effective communication to employees of Company related information

* Provide guidance on all HR System transactions (i.e. Workday, Talent Central, Sterling) to ensure proper accuracy and approval

* Assist HR partners in execution of reorganizations, structure changes, and mergers and acquisitions as needed

* Support Learning and Development with executive level and high potential training programs and other initiatives

* Perform other job-related duties as necessary

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* A Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or related field

* 2 to 5 years of progressive responsibility and experience in Human Resources in a large multi-unit or multi-site company. Specific expertise in Field HR experience is preferred

* HR experience with an emphasis in Employee Relations, as well as a comprehensive experience in all facets of the Human Resources discipline

* Able to work cross functionally up and down the organization with proven ability to build relationships, establish trust and credibility

* Must have strong project management skills with the ability to organize, set priorities and meet deadlines

* Strong problem solving skills; ability to think strategically and critically in developing solutions to complex problems

* Can work both independently and in a team, on multiple projects in a demanding, deadline driven environment

* Candidate will have unquestionable reputation for discretion, business and personal integrity, judgment, responsiveness, strong attention to detail and common sense.

* Solid PC skills with proficiency in MS Office including MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint

* Strong verbal and written communication skills

* Some travel required

* Ability to work additional hours as needed