As Sr. HR Business Partner, you will advise on talent strategy, collaborate with leadership, optimize HR processes, and enhance employee engagement.
Description
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.
The Role:
Do you have the 'IT' factor? The passion to be a trusted advisor and strategic HR partner in the amazing world of GM's Global Information Technology organization? In this role as an integral member of the Global IT HR team, you will have full ownership & responsibility for partnering with a global, business-critical client group to execute the organization and talent strategy in alignment with GM's objectives, mission & culture. You will partner to shape, deliver and continuously improve HR solutions that drive business outcomes, build technical capabilities and strengthen employee engagement. A proven ability to lead change, collaborate across organizational boundaries and effectively drive results in a transformative, fast-paced environment will be key enablers to success in this role.
What You'll Do:
Additional Description
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This job is eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Hybrid: This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to Warren, Michigan three times per week, at minimum.
The Role:
Do you have the 'IT' factor? The passion to be a trusted advisor and strategic HR partner in the amazing world of GM's Global Information Technology organization? In this role as an integral member of the Global IT HR team, you will have full ownership & responsibility for partnering with a global, business-critical client group to execute the organization and talent strategy in alignment with GM's objectives, mission & culture. You will partner to shape, deliver and continuously improve HR solutions that drive business outcomes, build technical capabilities and strengthen employee engagement. A proven ability to lead change, collaborate across organizational boundaries and effectively drive results in a transformative, fast-paced environment will be key enablers to success in this role.
What You'll Do:
- Collaborate with leaders, HR Communities of Expertise, and other key stakeholders to build engagement, increase output, and attract and retain talent, in alignment with the global IT business strategy.
- Help drive overall HR organizational goals and key results including a strong focus on high performance culture, optimal organizational design, and HR capabilities.
- Guide, support, and consult business leaders on organizational optimization and HR transformation efforts.
- Create a high touch/personal HR experience for employees and leaders by supporting questions, issues, and overall engagement.
- Act as a trusted advisor to leaders by providing ongoing coaching and guidance.
- Provide insight and expertise on organization design workforce planning, talent management as well as succession planning.
- Collaborate with functional HR partners to execute processes within GM's global performance & total rewards framework, including compensation planning, performance management, talent assessment, and succession planning.
- Partner to fill open positions with best-in-class talent by providing support during interviews and offer process in conjunction with Global Talent Acquisition (GTA) team.
- Support shaping a strong performance management culture by coaching, counselling, and guiding people leaders on performance concerns and supporting conversations with employees.
- Effectively respond to employee relation issues and partner with the Policy & Investigation Centre of Expertise (COE) to resolve complex employee relations issues and conduct investigations.
- Coordinate and facilitate effective communication cadences with People Leaders to ensure excellence in executing all HR processes and initiatives.
- Identify training needs for business units and individual leadership coaching needs; partner with leaders to enable robust career development discussions.
- Facilitate corporate training (including local HR Learning Events, Demystify HRM, Conducting Career Development discussions, etc.)
- Prioritize, support & invest in practices that enhance the organization's diversity, equity and inclusion.
- Leverage data analytics to analyze internal and external trends and key metrics. Share insights with business leadership to influence impactful change.
- Develop and maintain effective, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, clients, and functional partners.
Additional Description
Your Skills and Abilities (Required Qualifications):
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related discipline
- 5+ years of Human Resources field experience
- Must be proficient in use of HR systems (Workday, Workforce360, Cognos)
- Excellent computer skills, including advanced use of Microsoft Office suite
- Acting with a sense of urgency
- Demonstrated analytical, organizational, and project management aptitude
- Strong interpersonal skills in facilitation, partnership and conflict resolution
- Managerial courage demonstrated through effective, direct, and respectful communication
- Ensure confidentiality of sensitive information is maintained
- Proven ability to work independently, take initiative, and work to plan
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. THIS INCLUDES DIRECT COMPANY SPONSORSHIP, ENTRY OF GM AS THE IMMIGRATION EMPLOYER OF RECORD ON A GOVERNMENT FORM, AND ANY WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIRING A WRITTEN SUBMISSION OR OTHER IMMIGRATION SUPPORT FROM THE COMPANY (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)
This job is eligible for relocation benefits.
About GM
Our vision is a world with Zero Crashes, Zero Emissions and Zero Congestion and we embrace the responsibility to lead the change that will make our world better, safer and more equitable for all.
Why Join Us
We believe we all must make a choice every day - individually and collectively - to drive meaningful change through our words, our deeds and our culture. Every day, we want every employee to feel they belong to one General Motors team.
Total Rewards | Benefits Overview
From day one, we're looking out for your well-being-at work and at home-so you can focus on realizing your ambitions. Learn how GM supports a rewarding career that rewards you personally by visiting Total Rewards resources.
Non-Discrimination and Equal Employment Opportunities (U.S.)
General Motors is committed to being a workplace that is not only free of unlawful discrimination, but one that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. We strongly believe that providing an inclusive workplace creates an environment in which our employees can thrive and develop better products for our customers.
All employment decisions are made on a non-discriminatory basis without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, age, disability, pregnancy or maternity status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or protected veteran, or any other similarly protected status in accordance with federal, state and local laws.
We encourage interested candidates to review the key responsibilities and qualifications for each role and apply for any positions that match their skills and capabilities. Applicants in the recruitment process may be required, where applicable, to successfully complete a role-related assessment(s) and/or a pre-employment screening prior to beginning employment. To learn more, visit How we Hire.
Accommodations
General Motors offers opportunities to all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, email us [email protected] or call us at 800-865-7580. In your email, please include a description of the specific accommodation you are requesting as well as the job title and requisition number of the position for which you are applying.
Top Skills
Cognos
Microsoft Office Suite
Workday
Workforce360
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