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People Business Partner
At TÜV SÜD we are passionate about technology. Innovations impact our daily lives in countless ways, and we are dedicated to being a part of that progress. We test, we audit, we inspect, we advise. We never stop challenging ourselves for the safety of society and its people. We breathe technology, we strive for professional excellence, and we leave a mark. We take the future into our hands. We are TÜV SÜD.
As a People Business Partner, you will serve as a strategic advisor to assigned business units, helping leaders translate organizational priorities into effective people strategies. You will support performance management, workforce planning, employee development, organizational change, and other People initiatives while using data and employee feedback to strengthen programs and the overall employee experience.
Your Tasks
- Act as a strategic partner to assigned business units, advising leaders on people-related matters and supporting the achievement of business goals.
- Support performance-management cycles, including goal setting, feedback discussions, talent reviews, and employee-development initiatives.
- Lead employee exit processes, analyze feedback and trends, and recommend actions to strengthen the employee experience.
- Partner with leaders to anticipate workforce needs, identify capability and skill gaps, and support talent and succession planning.
- Promote equitable growth and career-development opportunities while collaborating with the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team on inclusive hiring, training, and employee-resource-group initiatives.
- Support organizational changes through thoughtful planning, clear communication, and strong employee engagement.
- Analyze people-related data and metrics to identify opportunities, inform recommendations, and improve People Department programs and practices.
Your Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Three to five years of experience as a People Business Partner or in a comparable Human Resources role.
- Strong knowledge of employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and employee development.
- Practical knowledge of applicable employment laws and regulations, including EEO, FMLA, ADA, Title VII, FLSA, and HIPAA.
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships, influence leaders, navigate complex situations, and communicate effectively across organizational levels.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to use people-related data to develop insights and recommendations; proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Teams.
- Human Resources certification, such as PHR, SHRM-CP, or CCP, is preferred.
- Experience in a professional-services or matrixed organization and familiarity with international Human Resources practices or global-mobility topics are also advantageous.
What We Offer
- A collaborative environment where your expertise can directly contribute to business success.
- Opportunities for professional development through internal learning platforms and Human Resources capability programs.
- Exposure to regional and global People initiatives across the organization.
- A hybrid work model supporting flexibility and in-person collaboration.
- Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
Additional Information
- Location and work model: This position is based in Wakefield, Massachusetts, and follows a hybrid work schedule.
- The anticipated annual base pay range for this full-time position is $87,000-$100,000. Actual base pay will be determined based on various factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity.
- Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with employer match, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birthing parents and 2 weeks for other parents, health plans (medical, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, and generous paid time off.
- Travel: Occasional travel to local business sites may be required.
- This position supports multiple business units and requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
Equal Opportunity Employer - Disability and Veteran
TÜV SÜD America, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, marital status, genetics, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status and those laws, directives, and regulations of Federal, State, and Local governing bodies or agencies. We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program.
Work Area: Corporate Functions & Business Support
Country/Region: United States
Job Location: Wakefield
Working Model: Hybrid
Employment Type: Full time / regular
Company: TÜV SÜD America Inc.
Org Unit Code: P
Requisition ID: 7757
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