Senior Human Resources Business Partner Jobs in Ridgefield, CT

Company

Cox Automotive - USAPeople SolutionsSr HR Business PartnerIndividual ContributorNo remote option; must work at a specified Cox locationYes, 15% of the timeDay

Compensation

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $89,500.00 - $134,300.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Cox Automotive is currently looking for a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join our team in Newburgh, NY or North Dighton, MA.

The Role:

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) is an influential partner with business leaders and managers to deliver a full range of People Solutions services that support organizational objectives. This role focuses on driving business outcomes by executing talent strategies, enhancing organizational capability, and driving employee engagement through close collaboration with leadership and Centers of Excellence.

This is an onsite position based in either Newburgh, NY or North Dighton, MA. This role will also support auction locations in Bordentown, NJ; Fairfield, NJ; and Albany, NY. Up to 15% travel is required for this role.

Work Environment:

This role supports local Manheim auctions. As the Sr. HRBP, you will engage with front-line employees, corporate leaders, and location leadership. Success in this role requires comfort in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment. Providing excellent customer service to employees and collaborating with leadership on strategic direction and initiative implementation is essential.

Primary Responsibilities:

Business Partnership & Execution

• Deliver a full range of People Solutions services for assigned client groups through partnership with leaders and HR Centers of Excellence to optimize the effectiveness of the business.

• Support and influence leaders in the development of effective organizational designs.

• Partner with leaders and recruiters to attract, develop, and retain employees in accordance with workforce planning efforts.

• Participate in development of departmental goals, objectives, and systems.

• Champion change and effectively guide business leaders through organizational change and transformation initiatives.

Talent Management & Development

• Lead talent management processes, including talent planning, performance calibration, compensation processes and workforce planning for defined client group(s).

• Partner with leaders and Talent Acquisition teams to ensure people strategies enable the attraction, development, and retention of top talent.

• Plan and implement strategies to address talent gaps and build organizational capability.

Employee Engagement & Experience

• Conduct and analyze talent and organizational data to identify trends and inform retention strategies.

• Provide recommendations and insights to the leadership team to drive team effectiveness and employee experience improvements.

Consulting & Advisory Support

• Provide day-to-day HR guidance to managers on People Solutions policies, processes, and practices.

• Partner with leadership to support implementation of People Solutions programs and initiatives.

• Collaborate with Employee Relations and leadership to address and resolve employee concerns.

Governance & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable employment laws.

• Assist in the resolution of requests and inquiries in the areas of employment practices, federal and state employment laws, I-9s, performance and discipline.

• Support consistent application of HR processes across assigned groups.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 4 years' experience in Human Resources or related field. The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master's degree and 2 years' experience; a Ph.D. and up to 1 year of experience; or 8 years' experience in Human Resources.

• Advanced skills in analytical thinking, business acumen, consulting, legal and regulatory environment and managing multiple priorities.

• Advanced skills in building partnerships, communicating with consideration, driving innovation, engaging others and gaining others' confidence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in business, HR or related field.

• HR certification such as PHR, SPHR or GPHR.

• Demonstrated ability to work in a geographically disbursed and matrix organization.

• Project Management experience.

• Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge and application.

To be employed in this role, you'll need to clear a pre-employment drug test. Cox Automotive does not currently administer a pre-employment drug test for marijuana for this position. However, we are a drug-free workplace, so the possession, use or being under the influence of drugs illegal under federal or state law during work hours, on company property and/or in company vehicles is prohibited.The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells - or simply uses - cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship.EOE, including disability/vetsApplicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future.