Job Description

Overview:
WHO YOU ARE AT PANASONIC AVIONICS:
Functioning as a Generalist, develop, administer and implement Human Resources policies and programs by partnering with business operations to ensure a complete understanding of business needs and objectives. Resolves a range of Human Resource-related issues of high complexity. Performs as lead to junior-level HR representatives and resolves issues escalated. Responsible for and/or serves as the HR focal point for all or some of the following functions:
Responsibilities:
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
Regional Operations

• Supports Regional HR Manager in maintaining professional working relationships with both internal and external clients to ensure effective and timely provision of HR service and support.
• Supports the execution of Corporate HR projects, including communication and training to the business.
• Performs as an audit focal. Responds to internal and external SOX auditors for HR-related information requests in areas such as new hires, terminations, and compensation and performance review process.
• Undertakes any other duties as reasonably requested by the Regional Head of Human Resources.
• Reviews exit interviews, collates feedback, and communicates with Regional HR Manager and Corporate HR.
• Facilitates and leads New Employee Onboarding.
• Assists the Regional Head of Human Resources in maintaining regional employment policies, procedures, and management guidance notes. Ensures that policies and procedures are updated in a timely manner, clearly documented, and available to all employees as relevant.
• Identifies and recommends changes to current systems and procedures to maintain high standards of service.
• Represents the HR function on internal committees and workgroups as necessary.
• Ensures an end-to-end onboarding process for all employees is in evidence and completely documented, with attention to new starter paperwork to enable relevant data upload to HR systems, particularly payroll.

Coaching and Employee Relations

• Advises and coaches business units on a range of HR matters, including but not limited to employee performance management, employee relations, disciplinary actions, and succession plans.
• Assists and provides training to management on HR systems and HR processes.
• Leads the resolution of various employee relations issues, from intake to investigation, coordination with legal counsel, and final resolution.
• Serves as Employee Relations contact for complex HR-related issues and provides management support for escalated claims.
• Partners with managers on employee development to identify needs for themselves and their teams in line with the Company's Employee Development Policy. Coordinates appropriate trainings.

Recruiting

• Ensures employment processes are followed (e.g., background checks, employment authorization). Maintains compliance with laws and regulations.
• Develops staffing plans and sourcing pipelines for direct requisitions by position, location, and timing.
• Provides full-service recruitment including sourcing, interviewing, and selection.
• Builds a proactive and diverse talent pipeline.
• Reviews applications, recommends a selection strategy, implements the process, and builds rapport with candidates.
• Uses traditional and non-traditional resources (e.g., career fairs, job fairs, community networking events) to attract quality candidates.
• Develops and maintains excellent relationships with internal and external clients to ensure staffing goals are met.
• Executes promotions and internal transfers, ensuring processes are completed: promotion/transfer letters, system updates, communication with stakeholders, and adjustments (e.g., pay, visa, benefits, EOS payments).

HR Administration

• Creates reports on dashboard metrics, EEO analysis, and other HR-related queries.
• Maintains accurate and concise records, reports, and logs. Ensures HRIS data is accurate, current, and documented for audit purposes.
• Ensures regional HR content on Employee Gateway is accurate and relevant.
• Reviews and approves educational assistance requests, ensuring training bonds are in place where required.
• Co-facilitates training with the Training department as a subject matter expert on various HR topics.
• Serves as HR focal in the setup of new stations: reviews local laws, makes policy recommendations, supports compensation structures, and assists with payroll setup.

Employee Services

• Responds to employee queries on HR topics via various communication channels.
• Supports the execution of employee events and meetings (e.g., annual events, policy meetings, Service Awards).
• Leads and executes employee events and meetings within budget, coordinating with departments, vendors, and junior HR reps.
• Travels to regional stations to meet staff, conduct trainings, and host workshops on HR topics.

Training and Development / Performance Management

• Stays up to date with employment legislation and ensures continuing professional development in line with CIPD standards.
• Participates in HR and training projects as agreed with the Regional Head of HR.

Qualifications:
Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Advanced interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Advanced problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong business acumen
• Strong process management skills
• Conflict resolution and influencing without authority skills
• Knowledge of local laws within the region
• Awareness of best HR practices in the region
• Knowledge of a European language is beneficial but not mandatory

Education/Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of recent experience in a Human Resources role
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration, or 3 additional years of directly related experience (total of 11 years)
• Post-graduate coursework is desired
• HR Certification is required

Other Requirements

• Ability to travel internationally up to 15% of the time