Lead HR People Partner

Xylem•Morrisville, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Lead HR People Partner will support People Managers in executing HR programs and practices that enhance employee experience, strengthen performance, and enable a high-impact culture. This role is embedded within the business and will provide practical HR guidance, partner with HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), People Operations, and HR Business Partners, and ensure the consistent application of policies and processes that drive business success. This is a hybrid position requiring onsite presence in Morrisville, NC at least three days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field
5+ years of progressive HR experience
Strong experience in employee relations, including investigations and conflict resolution
Working knowledge of core HR disciplines (performance, talent management, compensation, TA, policy administration)
Understanding of local labor laws and compliance requirements
Ability to analyze situations, identify root causes, and recommend solutions
Experience using HR systems (e.g., Workday) and reporting tools
Strong business acumen and ability to support operational leaders

Nice To Haves

PHR/SPHR certification
Continuous Improvement or Lean/Green Belt certification
Experience leveraging AI or digital tools to improve HR processes

Responsibilities

Advise on Employee Relations: Partner with leaders to address complex employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation with fairness and consistency.
Conduct Investigations: Collaborate with Legal, Compliance, and HR COEs to investigate workplace concerns with integrity, empathy, and timely resolution.
Execute HR Programs: Lead local delivery of core HR programs such as performance management, employee surveys, compensation planning, onboarding, and recognition initiatives.
Enable People Managers: Coach frontline leaders on team effectiveness, performance management, development conversations, and culture-building practices.
Drive Adoption of Tools & Processes: Promote self-service and digital HR tools (e.g., Workday) while ensuring data accuracy and improving user capability.
Ensure Compliance & Policy Stewardship: Monitor and apply local labor laws, policies, and procedures in partnership with HR and legal teams to mitigate risk.