HR People Partner

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY

33d • Onsite

About The Position

As an HR People Partner, you will be at the heart of our people experience-empowering leaders, supporting employees, and bringing HR initiatives to life where they matter most: on the ground. In this role, you will be an advisor to People Leaders and employees on local HR topics, providing coaching and support on a regular basis and offering expert guidance on employee relations, compliance with local laws and policies, workforce planning, and change initiatives. Your work will directly shape a positive, inclusive, and safe workplace culture while enabling People Leaders to lead with confidence and clarity. With a strong focus on proactive support and problem-solving, you'll ensure our people feel heard, supported, and set up for success every day.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
• Minimum of 3 years work experience in Human Resources function with responsibilities such as recruiting, training, compensation, benefits, employee development or performance management
• Must be able to work on-site at the Schenectady, NY office.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing hourly, union and field workforces.
• Manufacturing/power background.
• Extensive understanding and knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements with demonstrated experience in application of HR policies
• Applies solid judgment ensuring integrity, compliance, & confidentiality
• Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement
• Growing ability to effectively influence and constructively challenge People Leaders

Responsibilities

• Enable People Leaders to solve problems by leveraging central tools and HR standards.
• Coach and support People Leaders for complex issues.
• Partner with People Leaders to promote an inclusive, safety-first culture.
• Participate with local leadership teams as HR representative and advise on HR related matters.
• Foster a positive culture by embedding GEV values in local HR initiatives; focus on enhancing engagement and the overall employee experience.
• Represent the employee voice by sharing employee insights and people data with HRBPs and People Leaders.
• Guide requests through appropriate self-service channels while educating employees on new ways of working.
• Liaise with onsite/in country POps to help resolve complex Tier 1 queries requiring business direction
• Act as the local HR expert to People Leaders, HRBP and COE's.
• Proactively manage employee relations issues and address everyday grievance matters to minimize the escalation of issues
• Collaborate with the COE's to resolve sensitive matters (e.g., determine a corrective action post an investigation, analysis of ER cases to develop appropriate actions).
• Proactively identify and address labor-related risks, collaborating with or escalating to the Labor COE as appropriate to ensure timely and effective resolution.
• Ensure compliance and enforcement of local regulations/laws/policies, while providing people leaders with the appropriate level of support needed for effective decision-making
• Own the local employee experience by executing the workforce and talent agenda established by HRBPs.
• Support local HR projects and change initiatives with on-the-ground expertise.
• Execute and support People Leaders and employees with various HR initiatives across the talent lifecycle including culture and new HR process introductions.
• Provide inputs to decisions within the HR discipline, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance requirements based on local knowledge and expertise.

Benefits

• GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation.
• Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services.
• Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants.
• Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees