Human Resources Business Partner - Bank OZK
Little Rock, AR 72223
About the Job
Acts as a consultant and aligns HR development and other HR-related matters with business objectives and strategies within designated business units.
Essential Job Functions:Understands the needs, goals, and business objectives of the Bank and lines of business to ensure effective HR alignment and support.
Plays a lead role in executing HR strategies that align with and accomplish business objectives and strengthen the Bank’s culture and employee experience.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with employees and management.
Identifies and analyzes various HR-related issues and challenges, assesses potential solutions, and draws sound conclusions while acquiring buy-in from key stakeholders.
Serves as proactive coach and counselor, providing guidance to management and employees related to HR policies/programs (i.e., recruitment and staffing, employee relations, performance management, discipline and termination, compensation, and benefits, leaves of absence) and other complex HR-related business matters.
Collaborates with other HR specialists in areas related to compliance, employment law, leaves of absence, accommodations, benefits, payroll, etc. to facilitate efficient and effective support for the organization.
Stays apprised of federal, state, and local employment/labor laws and regulations and ensure organization compliance.
Provides key input in developing, implementing, and administering policies, procedures, programs, and metrics that support the achievement of the organization’s business goals; interpret and communicate the same to employees and management.
Reviews compensation for candidates and employees to ensure equity and alignment within budget and other Bank policies, procedures, and expectations; assists in coordinating offers of employment.
Conducts job analysis, as necessary, to collaborate with management and other HR specialists to create and revise job descriptions.
Establishes, reviews, and maintains accurate department records and reports.
Conducts ad hoc and prepared presentations to employees and management.
Serves as HR representative on various committees or project teams, as requested.
Manages a variety of assignments concurrently and interacts with all levels of management and staff.
Produces accurate, thorough and timely work, while meeting commitments and following policies and procedures.
Ensures compliance with internal/external regulatory policies, procedures, and guidelines.
Regularly exercises discretion and judgment in the performance of essential job functions.
Maintains good punctuality and attendance to work.
Follows Bank policy, procedures, and guidelines.
Knowledge of employment related laws and regulations at the state and federal level.
Knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to demonstrate initiative to accomplish work objectives.
Ability to work effectively and demonstrate flexibility in a continually changing environment.
Ability to demonstrate effective organization, critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks with exacting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work without close supervision.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work extended hours.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to maintain attention to detail.
Skill in using computer and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or other job-related field, or commensurate work experience, required.
- 5+ years’ HR generalist experience, including complex employee relations, performance management and compensation, and talent assessment, required; corporate-level experience preferred.
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP/SCP or other relevant certifications preferred.
Job Expectations: Operate customary equipment and technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation.
Note: This description is not an exhaustive list of all job functions, duties, skills, and job standards required. Other job functions, duties, skills, and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change the job requirements at any time.
EEO Statement:Bank OZK is an equal opportunity employer and give consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law. Member FDIC.