Senior HR Business Partner

Job Description

As the global leader in Geo-data and technology, Fugro is poised for even greater growth. From Energy to Infrastructure and Coastal Resiliency, sustainability is at the core of what we do, and our purpose together in creating a safe and liveable world translates into every action we take. If you are passionate about the role that HR plays in enabling the business, and our purpose speaks to you, we invite you to apply.

We are looking for a hands-on, strategic, and driven Senior HR Business Partner to work alongside a talented local and regional HR team and support our business in North America in achieving our ambitious growth plans by focusing on our most important asset: our people.

The Senior HR Business Partner is responsible for partnering with key, growing business units and leaders to deliver strong strategic support to identify and meet objectives. With support and collaboration from regional centers of excellence, this role will identify and drive key priorities to engaging and developing our employees and position Fugro as an employer of choice.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead by example and place Quality, Health & Safety, Security, and the protection of the Environment as core values while never intentionally placing employees, our processes, customers, or the communities in which we live and work at risk.

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, both in business and HR, maintaining a focus on strategic guidance, process improvement, and maintaining the highest degree of integrity.

• Directly support dedicated stakeholders within the assigned business and/or functions, in strategic people matters, change management, and organizational effectiveness needs.

• Provides consultative guidance and coaching to managers and employees on human resources-related matters, ensuring alignment with Fugro policies, goals, and objectives.

• Develop a thorough knowledge and understanding of the supported organization, including their culture, needs, strengths, and development opportunities, keeping employee experience top of mind.

• Conduct evaluation on the state of people in key business lines, identifying strengths and improvement opportunities that enhance HR offerings and processes, as well as the candidate and employee experience.

• Works alongside management and business leaders to ensure efficiency in organizational design, and supports the talent planning process, succession planning, coaching, talent strategy, and talent development.

• Maintains comprehensive knowledge of best practices and legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the Legal department as needed.

• Leads design, implementation, communication, and delivery of the company's HR initiatives across select internal business and functional group(s).

• Partner with Talent Acquisition and internal organization stakeholders to proactively identify workforce needs and talent strategy, and ensure Fugro’s “right people, right role, right time” philosophy is observed.

• Drive the acceleration of business growth and amplification of Fugro culture through organization and talent strategies that ensure we have the right skill sets, organizational structure, and environment to foster a high-performing team.

• Drive improvement efforts in key metrics such as engagement, inclusion, manager scores, mobility, retention, and leadership capability. Track key metrics over time to identify needs and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and actions implemented.

• Operate seamlessly with key partners across Human Resources including HR Operations, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, and Talent and Leadership Development.

• Partner with the Sr. North America HR Manager, COE Leaders, and colleagues on key projects and initiatives.

• North American travel up to 15%.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Legally authorized to work in the United States, without restrictions

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business, Human Resources, or a related field

• 7 + years of work experience in roles of increased complexity

• Master's degree in HR, OD, and/or business-related discipline preferred

• Proven experience engaging multiple aspects of the Human Resources function

• Strategic mindset and proactive approach to business partnering

• Excellent communication, presentation, and coaching skills

• Possess or able to obtain a valid passport

• Ability to drive change

• Solid and courageous coach to business leaders

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, with the ability to take direct ownership of interpreting data and using data to influence decision-making

• Process improvement oriented

• Experience with Workday is a plus

What’s in it for you?

At Fugro, our people are truly our number one priority and are central to our purpose to create a safe and livable world. Our values set the foundation for our unique culture: we are determined to deliver, we prepare for tomorrow, we do what’s right, and we build trust. Our talent philosophy is seeded by our values and fueled by a passion for learning, developing leadership behaviors, transparency, and accountability.

Fugro offers opportunities to sharpen skills and provide career growth through on-the-job learning experiences, LinkedIn Learning access, business and technical training, and leadership development programs.

We value the mental, physical, and financial health of our employees and their families and offer a variety of flexible work models. Fugro USA’s comprehensive benefits package also ensures you have choices that fit your needs at any life stage.

Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:

Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciated**.**

Fugro USA posting Disclaimer

Fugro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly at 713-369-5600, option 5 or recruiting.usa@fugro.com.

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