The Corporate HRBP is an integral part of the Corporate based HR team within the Global Human Resources Function. In close collaboration with HR Leadership, Global and Geozone HR Business Partners, and other HR COEs, as an embedded HR partner with assigned business clients, the Senior Human Resources Lead works closely with assigned line managers and employees to anticipate and support HR-related needs and serves as a consultant to management on HR-related issues. Maintains an effective level of business literacy about company and business unit financial results, business plans, culture and competition. Responsible for a variety of HR duties as needed to include, but not limited to HR generalist responsibilities, staffing, employee relations, training and development, compensation, performance management, and organizational health/culture.
OPERATIONS
- Functions with a significant degree of autonomy and minimal guidance from the Corporate HR Leadership to independently meet the needs of the organisation
- Provides guidance and coaching on HR policies and procedures to line managers and all stakeholders
- Continuously helps to evaluate and update HR related policies, procedures and documentation such as job descriptions
- Conducts exit interviews, analyses data and makes recommendation to the line & HR management team for corrective actions and continuous improvement
- Supports change management activities and applicable Company / function transformation activities and projects
- Negotiates priorities and support requirements with cross-functional teams based on business & resource needs
- Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, talent management and succession planning in conjunction with the relevant COE
- Leads the implementation of HR projects within their assigned function(s), ensuring alignment with key business strategies
- Manages all employee life-cycle activities for specifically assigned employee groups
- Responsible for HR data management to ensure accuracy and confidentiality at all times, implements data management audits, updates and clean up exercises when required
- Liaises and collaborates with Geozone based HR colleagues for oversight on employee populations based in their respective areas
- Collaborates on function instigated projects that can be implemented on a global scale
COMMUNICATION
- Conducts regular meetings with assigned client groups, providing appropriate HR guidance and collaboration on relevant business and workforce priorities
- Analyzes data trends and metrics to assess and/or anticipate business risks and, in partnership with HR COEs, develops and/or deploys recommended solutions, programs and applicable policies
- Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate external
FINANCIAL
- Provides support with the evaluation of compensation and makes appropriate recommendations with clear links to cost control and budget constraints
- Collaborates with management and HR COE partners to develop appropriate compensation strategies tied to function, geography and external market factors
PEOPLE & DEVELOPMENT
- Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention
- Supports line management to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, aligning with the Employee Relations Director where appropriate
- Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations for assigned cases, always ensuring fairness
- Provides day to day performance management advice to line management & employee alike in such areas as but not limited to, coaching, counseling, career development, grievance, and disciplinary actions
- Undertakes necessary function training to enhance their skills and experience that supports their personal career development
VISION & LEADERSHIP
- Demonstrates leadership, ethical behaviour and adherence to Weatherford standards at all times
Experience & Education
REQUIRED
- Have 8 years HR experience in a generalist or combination specialist capacity
- Bachelors Degree required in Business, HR Management or related field
- Have experience with business strategies and sucession planning
PREFERRED
- SHRM/HRCI Certification preferred
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
REQUIRED
- Advanced skills with Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and other standard office software
- Demonstrated experience in Employee Relations, Employment Engagement and Change Management
- Ability to work effectively alone AND as a member of a cross-functional project team with minimal supervision
- Confident decision maker with the ability to challenge managers when required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Team player
PREFERRED
- Experience using Peoplesoft and / or Oracle applications
- HR experience within the Oil & Gas sector
