Senior Human Resources Business Partner

4 days ago


Reno, Nevada, United States Lithium Americas Full time
About the Role

Lithium Americas is a development-stage company with a focus on developing a sustainable, diversified supply of lithium chemicals that underpin the future of energy storage and mobile transportation. We unlock value through safe operation of our sites, understanding the key value drivers and needs of our customers and the communities in which we operate, and taking an innovative and practical approach to the challenges we face. We work closely as an organization and with key stakeholders to deliver solutions.

Job Overview

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management across functional business units. This position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues; conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
  • Develops management tools and processes that help facilitate the Supervisor/Managers job such as position descriptions, orientation process, supervisor training, performance management and wage comparison surveys.
  • Facilitates rewarding relationships and collaborates with staff and other departments to provide day-to-day performance management guidance such as coaching, counseling, discipline, career progression and development.
  • Provides full life cycle recruitment support with a strong focus on sourcing, interviewing, assessing, and hiring qualified candidates; collaboration with departmental managers to understand skills and competencies required for vacancies.
  • Develops and enforces consistent interviewing guidelines based on position requirements and assessment of competencies; trains and coaches managers on effective interviewing techniques.
  • Completes all aspects of onboarding including but not limited to creating and extending offer letters, scheduling pre-employment, ensuring continuous communication with candidates throughout the pre-employment and hiring process to ensure an exceptional onboarding experience.
  • Facilitates new hire orientation and implementation of employee recognition programs.
  • Identifies future hiring needs and collaborates with department managers to develop job descriptions.
  • Identifies gaps and opportunities to streamline policies, programs, procedures, compensation practices, and the recruitment cycle.
  • Maintains in-depth knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and new technologies in human resources, talent management, and employment law, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Provides guidance and input on business unit organization structure/restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
  • Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
  • Prepares and compiles administrative and legal documents required for the new hire process; compiles and maintains confidential and sensitive information such as personnel files; ensures documents are current, complete, and accurate.
  • Tracks, maintains and analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs, and policies related to employee headcount and turnover rates, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), statistics, and talent and performance management.
  • Readily assists with special events such as career fairs, and various other projects and activities.
  • Assumes day-to-day administrative functions of the HR department.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or Business Administration or related field highly preferred.
  • 5-8 years of related HR experience in mineral extraction or industrial environment preferred.
  • Advanced education and/or certification such as SHRM-CP or PHR a plus.
  • Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, talent acquisition, organizational diagnosis, employee relations, diversity, equity and inclusion, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
  • Proficient in MS Word and Excel, and familiarity with HRIS programs.
Skills and Abilities
  • Ability to facilitate collaboration and interaction with individuals and groups including contractor, supplier, and vendor partners.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and active listening skills.
  • Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
  • Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations.
  • Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organization's HRIS and talent management systems.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with all levels of internal employees and external stakeholders.
  • High level of motivation, self-management, and effective prioritization skills.
  • Highly effective organizational skills.
  • Very high attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in one-on-one, small, and large group settings.
  • Ability to take initiative and work independently in a results-oriented environment.


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