Sr P&O Business Partner

EDP Renewables • Houston, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

EDP Renewables is a global leader in the renewable energy sector and the fourth-largest wind energy producer. With a sound development pipeline, first-class assets, and market-leading operating capacity, EDPR has undergone exceptional development in recent years and is currently present in 28 markets. Our company is part of EDP, a global energy group present in around 30 markets with a particular emphasis on renewable energies. With more than 45 years of experience, we have been consolidating a relevant presence on the world energy scene based on the commitment to be all-green by 2030, leading the energy transition. With more than 13,000 employees around the world, we are committed to using our energy and heart to drive a better tomorrow. What you will do Role Overview: The Regional P&O Business Partners is a generalist who works closely with business leaders and managers in the North America Region and with the P&O Platforms or BEFs, to align People strategies and practices with the broader business goals and objectives. This individual will also lead the administration of P&O policies, practices, and objectives to contribute to an employee-oriented and high-performance culture. This position will be heavily involved with employee engagement, employee retention, and employee relations. Acts as strategic partners to their designated business areas Focuses on understanding their business areas’ unique needs and challenges, deploying P&O strategies in accordance to drive business success Broad understanding of P&O functions but do not specialize in specific P&O areas Collaborates with business leaders, platforms P&O and CoE on strategy and decisions, ensuring alignment with business gaols and talent strategy Translates business plans into region workforce plans (headcount, skills, career tracks, levels, location etc.) in alignment with P/BEF Defines specific P&O actions to improve employee engagement and productivity across the region Collaborates with CoE (Corporate Centers of Expertise) to design and deploy P&O strategies and programs for region in alignment with P/BEF Direct, hands-on role in addressing day-to-day issues within their specific region functions, platform and business enablement functions Region Business Partners are the primary point of contact for business managers and employees within their assigned region

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources Management, or a related field
• 5+ years of HR experience
• 5+ years working with HR and Payroll modules within a HRIS
• Strong knowledge of key labor law and legislation including FMLA, EEOA, FLSA, NLRA and ERISA
• Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, business partnering and collaboration, and Technology Expertise preferred

Nice To Haves

• SHRM CP and/or PHR certification preferred
• Experience working with a dispersed hourly workforce in a production environment or similar
• Experience with SAP and UltiPro/UKG Pro preferred
• Knowledge of immigration laws is desirable

Responsibilities

• Employee Relations: Serve as primary People and Organization (P&O) contact to assigned client group
• Serve as strategic employee relations advisor to management
• Actively lead investigations and employee concerns; engage with key stakeholders, such as Legal, as needed
• Working with Health and Safety, facilitate the administration of the Company’s Fit-For-Duty program as well as Safety Consequence Management initiatives, if applicable
• For assigned client group, facilitate the following activities: On-boarding, employee movements, and off-boarding
• Benefits-related issues and other employee inquiries and concerns
• Administration of annual performance and competency evaluation processes and assist participants with completion of tasks, training plans, and individual development plans
• Advise employees regarding employment visas and other immigration actions needed to maintain authorization to work in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico
• Organization and Development: Present People Operations P&O section of New Hire Orientation and other employee related training and education programs
• Collaborate with leaders in assigned client group(s) to define and administer Commitment To Results plans (PIPs)
• Develop, maintain, and enforce Company P&O policies and procedures, including the employee handbook
• Recommend and lead ad hoc projects in line with Company P&O strategy and goals
• Participate in annual talent mapping, succession planning exercise, high potential identification, and performance management calibration sessions
• Work with supervisors to develop and facilitate team-building activities
• Benefits/HRIS/Other Assignments: Assist with program administration for all benefits plans and open enrollment
• Advise employees on total rewards inquiries including compensation related issues
• Oversee short term disability case management, FMLA, and DOL FMCSA requirements in conjunction with corresponding stakeholders
• Respond to unemployment claims and assist Risk and Insurance in managing workers comp issues
• Manage employee related information in the P&O/Payroll information system
• Produce ad hoc reports as required
• Perform additional duties as required

Benefits

• Empower our employees through a positive and innovative work environment that promotes collaboration and agile decision-making
• Respect and value each person, providing a flexible, healthy, and inclusive workplace with a range of attractive benefits
• Provide a meaningful work experience and prepare our people for future challenges through different opportunities for development and internal mobility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees