HR Generalist

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner
Location: Westbrook, ME (100% On-Site)
Contract: W2
Contract until EOY 2024, possible extension
Rate: $22 - $26/hr

Responsibilities:

1. Business Partnering:

   • Collaborate closely with business leaders to implement business-specific programs focusing on high performance, ethics, engagement, and overall organizational effectiveness.
   • Coach senior leaders and their teams on talent assessment, engagement, development, and retention strategies.
   • Support the deployment of performance management and rewards processes to drive employee accountability and retain top performers.

2. Talent Management & Organizational Capability:

   • Implement Abbott’s talent strategy within the assigned business teams.
   • Translate talent strategy into actionable plans with relevant metrics and milestones.
   • Operationalize talent acquisition, talent development, and succession practices within the business teams.

3. HR Service Delivery:

   • Ensure business priorities are communicated effectively with Practice and Service Centers for resource planning and alignment.
   • Collaborate with regional and global HR colleagues to execute business decisions and actions per agreed plans.

Basic Qualifications | Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 5+ years’ experience in client-facing HRBP roles.
• Demonstrated experience in developing relationships and leading processes with remote business partners and HR colleagues.
• Strong business acumen and ability to influence senior business leaders.
• Experience in workforce/talent strategy development and implementation.
• Knowledge of HR functions including talent acquisition, total rewards, talent assessment, culture, employee engagement, and performance management.
• Experience with multi-location deployments and cultural diversity is highly desirable.

Additional Responsibilities for HR Generalist:

• Provide functional support and consulting on employee relations, leave management, performance management, and HR initiatives.
• Conduct exit interviews, support HRBPs in communication, maintain job descriptions, and identify training requirements.
• Assist in organizational design, change management initiatives, and HR-related process improvements.

Must be Authorized to Work in the US