HR Business Partner

Solenis is a leading global producer of specialty chemicals focused on delivering sustainable solutions for water-intensive industries, including consumer, industrial, institutional, food and beverage, and pool and spa water markets. Owned by Platinum Equity, the company’s product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, and cleaners and disinfectants, as well as state-of-the-art monitoring and control systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Accountable for supporting HR/Talent agenda that aligns with the business strategy and helps to position Solenis as an “employer of choice”. The talent agenda will include the capabilities to attract and enhance organizational performance; as well as develop, engage, and retain best-in-class capability that will deliver consistent growth across the enterprise. Serve as primary contact supporting clients in employee relations investigations, performance improvement planning and employee relations matters. Additionally, generate and assess HR analytics for various initiatives.

BUSINESS PARTNER/INFLUENCING

• Build strong relationships and partners with the HR Centers of Excellence (COE) such as Total Rewards, HR Operations, Talent Management as well as Commercial and other regional HR Leadership to ensure the successful roll out global initiatives
• Works as an integrated HR partner to ensure consistency and alignment across the global HR organization
• Provide day to day support on HR activities including activities such as compensation management, recruitment, and selection, leave administration, policy and procedures and compliance.
• Continuously builds business acumen by participating in and driving the HR agenda in business staff meetings, town halls, and roundtables
• Coach business leaders on people related matters; supports the resolution of complex people issues; provides thoughtful and objective consultation
• Support client organizations with the administration and execution of key HR programs, procedures, and guidelines to ensure alignment of the Solenis workforce with the strategic goals of the Company. These programs include, but not exclusive to, the annual performance management process, ongoing talent assessment and development programs, annual compensation planning, variable compensation support, annual culture survey action planning and Diversity and Inclusion initiatives.
• Support workforce planning, including organizational design.
• Stay updated on changes in local legislation and interface with legal counsel as necessary to interpret statutory changes
• Support and lead special projects and critical HR initiatives, including merger and acquisition.
• Consultant support with employee relations for Canada.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/SKILLS

Education: Bachelor’s in Human Resources or related field required.

Experience: 10+ years experience in human resources. Experience supporting commercial team is preferable.

HRBP experience with carve outs, IPO, M&A/Due Diligence, start-ups is highly desired.

Experience with employees based in the US and Canada.

Experience in other business disciplines is highly encouraged; cross functional roles in Talent Management /OD or experience working in consulting firms.

French desirable.

TALENT MANAGEMENT / ASSESSMENT

• Organizational Development and Improvement initiatives.
• Talent Reviews and Succession Planning.
• Talent Acquisition and Candidate Assessment.
• Performance Management including assessments, calibration, compensation planning.
• Workforce Planning and Implementation.
• Assists with the establishment and/or delivery of targeted in-house training.

KEY COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Ability to address issues with a customer-centric mindset
• Action-oriented individual with strong levels of perseverance; works toward both individual and team goals. Demonstrates personal initiative and the ability to be involved at various levels and willingness to “roll up sleeves” to drive results and outcomes
• Continuous learner showing a desire to solve complex business problems and provides innovative, value added solutions
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills. Ability to take vague concepts and translate into a specific course of action. Manages ideas and makes decisions through critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Superior organization/project management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple assignments/projects, timelines and to identify project interdependencies, resource needs, potential risks/pitfalls and mitigation plans. Recognized as an integrator and solution provider
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated experience in preparing and delivering presentations that convey key concepts and outline recommendations to all levels of management. Ability to explain technical and complex concepts in a simple and concise way to ensure ease of understanding
• Highly collaborative workstyle; with an ability to see the “big picture” and influence others across businesses, functions, geographies and levels
• Makes quality business decisions independently, with a high degree of confidence and ability to get results.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

• Up to 15%.

We understand that candidates will not meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you.

At Solenis, we understand that our greatest asset is our people. That is why we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits which include health, dental, vision and a defined contribution pension plan, and numerous opportunities for professional growth and development. So, if you are interested in working for a world-class company and enjoy solving complex challenges, whether in the lab or the field, consider joining our team.

Solenis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Applications from all qualified individuals are welcome, and will be considered without regard to any ground protected by human rights legislation, including race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status, and disability. Solenis provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process and invites candidates to let us know about their accommodation needs.

Should you require assistance in applying to this opportunity, please reach out to Solenis Talent Acquisition at [email protected]