Human Resources Business Partner III

Job Description

LG Chem America, Inc.

"We connect science to life for a better future."

With 50,000 patents, 20,000 employees and 58 locations worldwide, LG Chem is one of the largest science and chemical companies in the world. With its rapid growth, LG Chem endeavors to become a 'Global Top 5 Chemical Company' with a balanced business portfolio that has a competitive advantage across the globe, including business divisions in petrochemicals, advanced materials, life sciences, and a subsidiary specializing in batteries.

LG Chem is a leading chemical company in Korea that has continuously achieved growth through relentless challenges and innovation since its establishment in 1947. From the infrangible facial cream lid to the world's most advanced batteries, LG Chem has turned dreams into reality and enriched our lives for 70 years. Building upon a balanced and globally competitive business portfolio, LG Chem manufactures a wide range of products from high-value added petrochemicals to renewable plastics, specializing in cutting-edge electronic and battery materials such as cathodes, as well as drugs and vaccines to deliver differentiated solutions for its customers.

Beyond a chemical company, LG Chem will become a leading science-oriented corporation that creates value for our customers and is committed to reaching carbon-neutral growth by 2030 and net-zero emissions by 2050 by managing the impacts of climate change and making positive contributions to society through renewable energy and responsible supply chains.

We are seeking a seasoned Human Resources Business Partner III who will provide a full range of HR functions to support the day-to-day operations for the HR team supporting business services. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 10 years of experience as an HR generalist in a corporate setting with full cycle substantive HR experience in all functional HR areas, in particular employee relations, talent development, recruiting, training & Development, compensation & benefits. This position will drive both tactical and strategic HR initiatives and support the HR Team Leader in the delivery of business results and drive best practices. This role is based in our corporate office in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, GA. This is not a remote position.

What You'll Be Doing

Essential Functions (include but are not limited to):

• Serve as a close business partner to the team leader of Human Resources by implementing strategic initiatives through the understanding of business strategies and long-term goals.
• Develop, implement, and deploy training initiatives for LG Chem in the America's.
• Drive employee relations activities for US sites including scenario training development and proactive issue resolution.
• Create and implement talent development programs. This includes creating training in areas such as mentoring programs, train-the-trainer, career counseling, foundational leadership training, etc.
• Lead and resolve employee relations issues by leading and conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations involving workplace misconduct and employee concerns, ensuring timely and appropriate resolution.
• Create employee engagement plans, receive necessary budget approval, and initiate activities.
• Lead system integration with support from the Process Innovations (IT) team for HR system updates and upgrades. Systems include SuccessFactors (HRIS), ADP.
• Lead compensation initiatives including benefits assessment for cost competitiveness.
• Maintains compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommended best practices; reviews policies and practices to maintain compliance.

• HR Projects may be assigned or delegated from LG Chem Headquarters.

• Additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience: What We're Looking For

Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent experience will be considered.

Requirements:

• 10+ years' experience as a full cycle HR Generalist.
• Experience working in large corporate and/or matrix environment desired.
• Experience working at a subsidiary or regional headquarters of a multinational corporation (MNC), with exposure to global HR practices and cross-cultural collaboration, is preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal, communications, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with SuccessFactors and ADP Workforce Now WFN is highly desireable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.