HR Generalist

W.R. Grace is seeking a Human Resources Generalist who will be responsible for providing generalist support for managers and employees who are located in Columbia, Maryland, USA. This person will be the first point of contact for client groups in the areas of general HR questions related to Talent, Compensation, Benefits and HR processes. This individual will support key HR processes such as performance management, new hire onboarding, employee engagement activities, training and communications. The position will ensure effective delivery of HR core processes and compliance with relevant company guidelines, policies and practices. This position reports to the HR Manager.

Responsibilities

Administer Global HR programs such as performance reviews, talent reviews and succession planning, compensation programs and other employee-related programs (restructure, M&A, etc.)

Fully engage with leaders on requisition creation in HR systems, developing a comprehensive compensation analysis to ensure internal equity when moving to offer.

Analyze and assess talent data to determine demographic and other trends, providing insights into areas for improvement, recommending and implementing appropriate solutions

Identify trends and/or needs in partnership with the COE to develop solutions, programs and policies

Support employee relations issues; including but not limited to investigations, exit interviews, stay interviews, etc.

Provide day-to-day guidance to managers and employees (TalentOne, policy guidance or other various HR related topics) as needed

Generate official documents and maintain digital files

Run monthly reporting and prepare monthly/quarterly presentations for HRBP’s to share with business clients

Perform transactional data requests in TalentOne to include pay changes, position changes, org assignment changes, and employee terminations.

Required Experience

Bachelor’s degree required in HR or a business-related field

Minimum 2-4 years' experience in related HR field

Excellent verbal/written communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office platforms (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Outstanding customer service skills

High attention to detail, exceptional organization and follow through

High degree of emotional intelligence and ability to effectively handle sensitive situations

Ability and desire to work in a fast-paced environment

Learning agility

Engaging with Clients, offering insights and managing ambiguity

Knowing the business, their goals and strategy and partnering with the HRBP

Being able to take the project/work beyond what is asked

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with SAP, SuccessFactors

Benefits

Guaranteed 14th month Pay

Above-market Retirement Plan Design

LinkedIn Learning Access

Established Performance Incentive Program

HMO coverage for employees on day 1 (with pandemic coverage)

Free HMO coverage for up to 3 qualified dependents

Educational Assistance

Dignified Workplace Commitment: Grace is committed to providing a dignified and inclusive work environment for all employees and welcomes and encourages diversity. This means that all employees are entitled to be treated in a respectful, professional, and inclusive manner, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other aspect of their identity.