Senior Human Resources Generalist

This position directs the human resources for around 150 employees. The incumbent will work collaboratively with employees, leaders, members of the human resources team and will support a broad range of human resource activities including talent management and development, employee engagement, performance management, diversity and inclusion, recruitment and selection, HR compliance, training, policy development, compensation planning, etc. 

• Direct involvement with site leadership to provide information of significant employee relations problems that jeopardize the achievement of company objectives 

• Protect interests of employees in accordance with human resources policies and appropriate governmental laws and regulations to ensure compliance. 

• Provide counsel to employees and leadership on conflict resolution, discipline and terminations. Investigate causes of disputes and recommend resolutions and/or corrective action 

• Make the business case, gain support for and lead specific HR Programs or initiatives 

• Assist in the development of HR philosophies, approaches and policies to ensure consistent application and equitable implementation 

• Foster an environment of employee engagement and promote effective human resources practices to minimize potential liability and risk and further a positive environment. 

• Initiate and recommend policies and procedures necessary to achieve the objectives of the organization and ensure maximum utilization and retention of talent 

• Provide leadership, guidance and/or training to leaders and employees in areas such as talent development, succession, labor relations and organizational planning, team effectiveness, diversity and inclusion and interpretation of policies.  

• Provide coaching/training to front line leaders (i.e., management training, interviewing, performance management, legal, harassment, etc.) 

• Direct annual compensation processes for salaried merit and hourly pay increases by measuring and establishing competitive pay rates 

• Remain aware of the latest trends and legal/regulatory changes affecting HR practices 

• Act as a resource for employees on all Human Resource related topics. 

• Partner with managers and employees to foster a positive, productive, inclusive and compliant workplace culture. 

• Provide partnership and community visibility through societal actions within the respective communities to strengthen community bonds with Syensqo. 

• Collaborate with HSE team to foster a safe work environment for all team members 

• Building Effective Teams. Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit in his/her team; shares wins and successes; fosters open dialogue; lets people finish and be responsible for their work; defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team. 

• Business Acumen. Understands the company's business goals and objectives, the business process, and impact of individual actions on business performance. Applies cost-effectiveness, competitiveness and profitability to business decisions and initiatives. 

• Developing Others. Provides challenging and stretching tasks and assignments; holds frequent development discussions; is aware of each person’s career goals; constructs compelling development plans and executes them; pushes direct reports to accept developmental moves; will take on those who need help and further development; cooperates with the developmental systems in the organization; is a people builder. 

• Drive for Results. Can be counted on to exceed goals successfully; is constantly and consistently one of the top performers; very bottom-line oriented; steadfastly pushes self and others for results. 

• Interpersonal Savvy. Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people. 

• Managerial Courage. Does not hold back anything that needs to be said; provides current, direct, complete, and actionable positive and corrective feedback to others; lets people know where they stand; faces up to people problems on any person or situation quickly and directly; is not afraid to take negative action when necessary. 

• Motivating Others. Creates a climate in which people want to do their best; can motivate many kinds of direct reports and team or project members; can assess each person’s hot button and use it to get the best out of him/her; pushes tasks and decisions down; empowers others; invites input from each person and shares ownership and visibility; makes each individual feel his/her work is important; is someone people like working for and with. 

• Problem Solving. Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at the first answers. 

• Strategic Agility. Sees ahead clearly; can anticipate future consequences and trends accurately; has broad knowledge and perspective; is future oriented; can articulately paint credible pictures and visions of possibilities and likelihoods; can create competitive breakthrough strategies and plans. 

You can count on us for:  

• Be part of and contribute to a once-in-a-lifetime change journey
• Join a transversal and dynamic team
• Opportunities for growth and learning
• Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds 

You will bring:  

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field and 7+ years of human resources experience.
• Prior supervisory experience required. 
• Thorough knowledge of California regulations regarding human resources. 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office and HRIS. 
• Strong verbal and written communications, presentation, facilitation, and customer service skills. 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills. 
• Effective coaching, skills.  Strong technical/functional knowledge of HR practices and alignment with business strategy. 
• PHR, SHRM-CP or other certification preferred 

You will get: 

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• The U.S. annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $98,720 to $123,400.  Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, such as skills, experience, qualifications, etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
• 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations
• Training platform for all employees
• Free well-being sessions (physical and psychological)

Additional information:

This is an onsite role in West Deptford, NJ with expected travel to our Newark, DE site on a bi-weekly basis.