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Frazer Jones

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 Title:
 
 Human Resource Business Partner,
 
 North America
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 New York, NY or Houston, TX (NYC preferred)
 
 
 
 Compensation:
 
 $100,000&ndash;$125,000 annually
 
 
 
 Employment Type:
 
 3‑month contract with possibility of permanent conversion
 
 
 
 Onsite Requirement:
 
 Minimum 3 days per week (preference for 4)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 A fast‑paced, sales‑driven organization within the broader energy sector is seeking an Interim HR Business Partne
 
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 to support its North America employee population. The company is undergoing operational and cultural transformation and requires an HR leader who can bring structure, maturity, and stability to a rapidly evolving environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 This position will support a workforce of approximately 90 employees across multiple locations, with the largest hubs in New York and Houston. The role reports directly to the CEO and works closely with senior operational leadership.
 
 
 The goal of this interim assignment is to stabilize day‑to‑day HR operations and partner with leadership during a period of organizational change. Based on performance and overall fit, there is potential for the role to convert to permanent.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide hands‑on HR Business Partner support across the North America region, serving as the primary point of contact for employees and managers.
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 Manage employee relations cases with clarity, fairness, and strong judgment.
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 Support compensation reviews, job leveling discussions, and market‑aligned recommendations.
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 Provide guidance on benefits administration, employee inquiries, and issue resolution.
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 Lead and support performance management cycles, including coaching managers on performance conversations and improvement plans.
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 Support upcoming restructuring/redundancy processes, ensuring all steps are compliant, consistent, and handled with professionalism.
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 Strengthen employee experience and retention initiatives, focusing on engagement, communication, and manager capability.
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 Collaborate closely with a highly engaged sales leadership team to understand priorities and support talent needs.
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 Partner with global Shared Services for contract processing, HRIS updates, and administrative tasks, ensuring accuracy and reducing duplication.
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 Improve local HR processes, documentation, workflows, and consistency across the region.
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 Ideal Profile
 
 
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 High‑energy HR professional who thrives in fast‑paced, sales‑oriented environments.
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 Direct experience supporting either staffing or sales‑driven organizations.
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 Commercial mindset&mdash;able to balance people needs with business performance requirements.
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 Strong presence: tough‑minded, confident, and clea
 
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 , but not aggressive.
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 Hands‑on operator who is comfortable rolling up their sleeves to handle both strategic and tactical work.
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 Strong relationship‑builder with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate change.
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Human Resources Business Partner

Nouryon

<div>
 
 
 Human Resources Business Partner
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At Nouryon, our global team of Changemakers takes positive action every day, to reach higher collectively and individually. We create innovative and sustainable solutions for our customers to answer society&rsquo;s needs &ndash; today and in the future.
 
 
 
 
 We are looking for team members who bring ideas forward, champion others and work together to do better. Does that sound like you?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 In your future role as a Human Resources Business Partner, you will
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Support select Americas teams within ISC, including Maintenance &amp; Reliability, HSE, and Energy, in addition to the U.S.-based Manufacturing sites. This role will serve as the Global HR Business Partner for Procurement, partnering closely with the Chief Procurement Officer and her direct reports to lead and support all HR initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 In addition, you will:
 
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 Have great opportunity to help design and influence the HR model and drive HR transformation.
 
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 Act as strategic HR Business Partner.
 
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 Coach and collaborate with managers to resolve business challenges.
 
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 Lead the labor relations work for the site, advise managers regarding labor relations, collective agreements and employment law.
 
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 Coach and partner with employees, leaders, and management teams on a day-to-day basis to embed a high-performance culture, focusing on leadership and driving accountability.
 
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 Handle activities in the hire to retire cycle including performance and talent management, succession planning and people development.
 
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 Work with strategic competencies and workforce planning to attract and retain the required capabilities and skills for the team.
 
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 Support the Site Management teams in identifying and building the capabilities required to execute on the ISC strategy.
 
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 Deliver Nouryon HR policies, processes and practices focusing on continuous improvement and improved execution.
 
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 Execute HR initiatives which require local support.
 
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 Support the compensation and benefits agenda in line with our Total Rewards strategy.
 
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 Manage and lead defined projects to drive continuous improvement relating to our People strategy.
 
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 We believe you bring
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field.
 
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 Extensive HR generalist experience, including working with labor relations and collective agreements.
 
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 HR experience from a manufacturing/blue collar environment.
 
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 Experience from at least one HR center of expertise is desirable.
 
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 Experience operating as business partner for a dynamic, growing organization.
 
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 Demonstrated interpersonal, communication, presentation, analytical skills, and project management.
 
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 Ability to work in a matrix environment, building effective relationships with management and functions in an international environment.
 
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 Knowledge of SAP SuccessFactors preferred.
 
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 Knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines including labor relations, total rewards, workforce planning, performance management, employer branding and employee engagement. Additionally, you will bring extensive knowledge and experience in HR processes.
 
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 Experience in people data, analytics and interpretation.
 
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 Capability as a strategic thinker and consistent implementer.
 
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 Ability to travel domestically within the United States up to 10% of the time.
 
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 Good to know
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Please apply via our online recruitment system. We will not accept applications via e-mail. Once it's with us we will review to see if we have a match between your skills and the role! For more information about our hiring process, visit: nouryon.com/careers/how-we-hire/
 
 
 
 
 We look forward to receiving your application!
 
 
 
 
 We kindly ask our internal candidates to apply with your Nouryon email via Success Factors.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We encourage you as a valued Nouryon employee to share talents from your network to help us to bring in new Changemakers through our new Employee Referral Program! Bringing new, skilled people with a great mindset is beneficial for both you and Nouryon. All info you need to make a referral is here. Join us in growing Nouryon!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About Nouryon
 
 
 
 
 
 
 If you&rsquo;re looking for your next career move, apply today and join Nouryon&rsquo;s worldwide team of Changemakers in providing essential solutions that our customers use to manufacture everyday products such as personal care, cleaning, paints and coatings, agriculture and food, pharmaceuticals, and building products. Our employees are driven by the wish to make an impact and actively drive positive change. If that describes you, we will gladly make way for your ambitions. From day one we support you with your personal growth, through challenging positions and comprehensive learning and development opportunities, in a dynamic, international, diverse, and proactive working environment.
 
 
 
 
 Visit our website and follow us on LinkedIn.
 
 
 
 
 
 #WeAreNouryon #Changemakers
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We have already chosen our sourcing channels for this recruitment and kindly ask not to be contacted by any advertisement agents, recruitment agencies or staffing companies.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Nouryon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
 
 
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MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company

<div>
 
 
 Job Summary:
 
 
 
 The HR Business Partner will oversee both strategic and tactical day-to-day HR operations for the Houston office, including managing the delivery of various HR initiatives, processes, and programs across key HR functions such as employee relations, performance management, talent development, recruitment, onboarding, and employee engagement. The successful candidate will ensure our HR practices are perfectly aligned with our business strategy while meeting our employees' needs.
 
 
 
 
 
 The Houston office is located at 4700 W Sam Houston Pkwy N, Houston, TX 77041, and this position will be in-office Monday to Friday.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Workforce/Performance/Talent Management
 
 
 
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 Coach and advise managers on all people related matters in talent acquisition, onboarding &amp; orientation, performance management and talent development, employee engagement, change management, rewards &amp; recognition, career progression, diversity and inclusion and more.
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 Partner with department leaders and managers to provide direction in handling and resolving employee relations and performance management issues. Coach managers on counseling best practices and the progressive discipline process.
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 Conduct thorough investigations and handle all documentation, escalation, and communication in a timely manner.
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 Facilitate annual performance management evaluation process to ensure office completion. Identify areas for improvement and recommend training as needed.
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 Ensure the office organizational structure supports a growth mindset.
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 Conduct exit interviews to prevent turnover and to understand the reason behind it.
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 Monitor new hire turnover and collect candidate onboarding experience feedback.
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 Change Management
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 Champion and lead the deployment of HR initiatives such as talent assessments, annual performance reviews, succession management, engagement action planning and more for the local office.
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 Build and maintain strong business relationships with branch management to proactively communicate and implement change initiatives.
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 Talent Acquisition
 
 
 
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 Manage the full cycle recruitment process to include requisition creation, job posting/advertising, candidate sourcing, pre-screening, interviewing and selection and timely correspondence and feedback to applicants and hiring managers.
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 Partner with department heads and hiring managers to forecast and build a pipeline of qualified candidates to support the business strategy.
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 Onboarding
 
 
 
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 Coordinate, facilitate, and manage the onboarding process to create engaging experience for team members entering new roles, both internally and externally.
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 Ensure the completion and accuracy of all onboarding/new hire forms according to company policy and regulatory requirements.
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 Process new hire and transfer related transactions within our HR system and other reference tools.
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 Compliance
 
 
 
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 Ensure office compliance with Company policy and federal/state employment laws. Partner with the HR COE team, when applicable, to eliminate risk and potential Company liability.
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 Anticipate new legislation and proactively suggest solutions to ensure compliance.
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 Performs other duties as required by management.
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 Qualifications &amp; Key Competencies:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree, preferably with a concentration in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field, or equivalent years of experience.
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 SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, SHPR, PHR preferred but not required.
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 Previous experience in a similar role in supply chain, transportation, shipping, logistics, freight forwarding, and customer service preferred but not required.
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 Minimum of 2 - 5 years
 
 of progressive experience in a Human Resources Generalist role performing a variety of HR functions across different departments, or as an HR Business Partner who works closely with multiple departments to address their HR needs.
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 Minimum of 2 years
 
 of experience managing multiple HR functions in Employee Relations, Performance and Talent Management, Organizational Change, Talent Acquisition, and Training &amp; Development.
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 Link people strategy with business strategy, delivering value and impact.
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 Make decisions and drive solutions in a fast-paced environment.
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 Work collaboratively with employees at all levels and across a large, matrixed organization.
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 Coach employees and leadership through complex, difficult issues.
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 Lead an organization through change.
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 Utilize data to formulate strategy and drive business results.
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 Knowledge of core HR policies, procedures, and practices including employment law fundamentals
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 Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
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 Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
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 Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and to follow through for effective and timely resolution.
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 Ability to discreetly manage confidential and sensitive information.
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 What We Offer
 
 
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 Health Insurance
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 Dental &amp; Vision Insurance
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 Life Insurance: one-time annual salary
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 Long Term Disability Insurance
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 Paid Parental Leave
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 Business Travel Insurance
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 Flexible Spending Accounts - (Health, Dependent Care, Transit/Parking)
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 Supplemental Life, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Plans
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 You will also have access to additional benefits,
 
 effective day one
 
 :
 
 
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 Short Term Disability Insurance
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 401K Plan &ndash; 3% Safe Harbor Contribution with option for additional 3% employer match.
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 Wellness Program initiatives / Free MSC Partner Subscriptions with Calm
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 Partner Discount Programs with MSC Cruises, Apple, Dell, Nissan, Whirlpool, AT&amp;T, Pets Best and others.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 About Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
 
 
 
 Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, is a global leader in transportation and logistics, privately owned and founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte. As one of the world&rsquo;s leading container shipping lines, MSC has 675 offices across 155 countries worldwide, with the MSC Group employing over 200,000 people. The company has evolved from a one vessel operation into a globally respected business with a fleet of 800 vessels that provides timely delivery of goods and services to customers of all industries and sizes. With access to an integrated network of road, rail, air, and sea transport resources which stretches across the globe, the company prides itself on delivering global service with local knowledge. MSC&rsquo;s shipping line sails on 300 trade routes and calls at 520 ports, carrying some 22.5 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) annually. For more information, visit MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Mediterranean Shipping Company (USA) Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
 
 prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type
 
 including but not limited to characteristics protected by federal, state or local laws
 
 .
 
 
 
 If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at US038-Humanresourcesusa@msc.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
 
 
</div>

GAS GLOBAL SERVICES

<div></div><div><div>Employee Relations &amp; HR Specialist 
JOB-10046108 
Anticipated Start Date
April 1, 2026 
Location
Houston, TX 
Type of Employment
Contract 
Employer Info
Since our clients founding it has exhibited a remarkable ability to do what others said could not be done. Ranked among the world&rsquo;s largest petrochemicals manufacturers. Their growth has been nothing short of miraculous. Today, the company has operations in over 50 countries with a global workforce of over 32,000 talented individuals. 
Job Summary
The Employee Relations &amp; HR Operations Specialist leads employee relations and oversees end-to-end HR operations across the United States. This role ensures compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws while driving excellence in onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, policy governance, and HRIS management. Acting as a trusted advisor to business leaders and HR Business Partners, the specialist addresses complex employee matters, mitigates risk, and supports a positive workplace culture. 
Job Description
Employee Relations &amp; Compliance (40%)<ul><li>
Lead and manage employee relations cases, including investigations, corrective actions, performance management, policy violations, and workplace concerns.</li><li>
Conduct thorough, unbiased investigations and provide risk-based recommendations</li><li>
Ensure compliance with federal and state laws (e.g., FLSA, ADA, FMLA, Title VII, HIPAA)</li><li>
Partner with legal counsel as required on high-risk or complex cases.</li><li>
Develop and maintain ER dashboards, case tracking metrics, and risk heat maps.</li><li>
Train leaders on workplace conduct, documentation standards, and performance management</li><li>
Support reductions in force, organizational redesign, and workforce transitions as needed</li></ul> 
HR Operations &amp; Service Delivery (40%)<ul><li>
Oversee HR operational processes, including onboarding, offboarding, personnel records, benefits coordination, and payroll interface</li><li>
Ensure data accuracy and integrity within HRIS and compliance documentation.</li><li>
Lead process improvements to enhance efficiency, service quality, and internal controls</li><li>
Manage vendor relationships (e.g., benefits providers, leave administrators, background screening)</li><li>
Monitor service level agreements (SLAs) and ensure timely resolution of employee requests</li><li>
Partner with Finance and Payroll for audits, reporting, and governance requirements</li></ul>
Policy, Governance &amp; Risk Management (10%)<ul><li>
Maintain and update employee handbook and HR policies</li><li>
Conduct regular compliance audits across employment files, leave administration, and payroll practices</li><li>
Support internal and external audits</li><li>
Develop business continuity plans for critical HR operations</li></ul>
HR Projects &amp; Continuous Improvement (10%)<ul><li>
Lead or support HR transformation initiatives (HRIS implementations, process automation, digital workflows)</li><li>
Implement ER trend analysis and preventive engagement interventions</li><li>
Support talent initiatives such as engagement surveys and leadership capability development</li></ul> 
Skills Required<ul><li>
5 years of progressive HR experience with significant focus on employee relations and HR operations</li><li>
Strong knowledge of multi-state US employment law</li><li>
Experience managing investigations and high-risk employment matters</li><li>
HRIS experience (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors, UKG, ADP)</li><li>
Experience working in matrixed, complex organizations preferred</li></ul> 
Education/Training/Certifications<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required</li></ul> 
Additional Requirements<ul><li>
Sound judgment and risk assessment</li><li>
Confidentiality and discretion</li><li>
Conflict resolution &amp; mediation</li><li>
Operational rigor and process discipline</li><li>
Data analytics &amp; ER reporting</li><li>
Stakeholder influence and executive communication</li><li>
Change management capability</li></ul> 
Pay Rate/Salary
<ul><li>$50.00 - $55.00/hr. Compensation will be offered within this posted range based on experience, skills, and market factors</li></ul></div><div><div> 
HireResource Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.</div></div></div>

Employee Relations & HR Specialist

HireResource Staffing

Boardwalk Pipeline Partners

Boardwalk is a limited partnership operating in the midstream portion of the natural gas and natural gas liquids industry, providing transportation and storage services for our customers. Our 14,000 miles of pipeline and storage assets provide diverse market connectivity to producers and end-users who need reliable sources of natural gas for power generation, home heating or petrochemical feedstocks. We have the experience, knowledge, and flexibility to design service offerings and create system enhancements tailored to our customers’ needs throughout the 13 states in which we operate. As an organization focused on sustainability, we are committed to protecting the environment while delivering this energy source. This commitment is made to our customers, employees, and the communities in which we operate. We incorporate environmental stewardship, safety, and compliance into our day-to-day operations and seek to strengthen and support the communities we serve. Additional information about the company can be found online at www.bwpipelines.com.
 
Join a collaborative, high-performing HR team focused on delivering data-driven insights that shape workforce strategy and business outcomes. The People Analytics Lead will lead the development of the People Analytics Center of Excellence (COE) by ensuring the integrity, scalability, and strategic use of HR data across the enterprise.
 Reporting to the VP Total Rewards, HRIS & People Analytics this role leads the development and governance of the HR data warehouse, delivers actionable human capital insights, and enables HR and business leaders to make informed decisions through advanced reporting, analytics, and data visualization.
 This position operates independently, drives continuous improvement, and serves as a subject-matter leader on HR analytics initiatives.
 
Summary Overview
 
The People Analytics Lead enables data-driven workforce decisions by designing, governing, and delivering trusted HR analytics across the enterprise. This role leads the HR data warehouse strategy, modernizes reporting capabilities, and provides actionable insights that advance organizational effectiveness. Operating as a subject-matter leader, the position partners closely with HR, IT, and business leaders to translate complex human capital data into strategic recommendations.
 
Position Description
 
Lead the design and development of the People Analytics CoE at Boardwalk HR. Own the maintenance, integrity, and optimization of the HR data warehouse and human capital analytics ecosystem. Modernize our current reporting capabilities to create insightful reporting which delivers actions and enables decision making. Help support the implementation of a cloud-based HRIS system and leverage AI where available to improve and automate our reporting.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
<ul>
<li>Support and govern all HR data warehouse maintenance and human capital analytics to ensure data integrity, scalability, and alignment with enterprise reporting standards.</li>
<li>Evaluate emerging HR technologies and analytics capabilities to ensure a future-ready data infrastructure</li>
<li>Research and interpret business trends and workforce issues to provide insights and strategic recommendations to senior management on human capital performance.</li>
<li>Translate analytical findings into executive-ready reports, dashboards, and proposals, including recommendations for action or implementation plans, and present insights to HR leadership.</li>
<li>Participate in and support enterprise initiatives designed to advance strategic objectives and operational goals, including analysis of human capital trends to inform future workforce strategy.</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams to design and implement programs that drive growth, efficiency, and organizational effectiveness, and evaluate outcomes against defined success metrics.</li>
<li>Identify and assess industry trends and benchmarking data, participating in external forums to build institutional knowledge and apply best practices to the organization’s people analytics strategy.</li>
<li>Leverage HR systems and analytics tools such as Dayforce, Oracle Fusion, Spotfire and Power BI to deliver accurate, timely, and meaningful data and insights across the organization.</li>
<li>Partner with IT data architecture and Reporting COE teams to improve data quality, governance, and reporting processes, ensuring alignment with enterprise data strategy.</li>
<li>Create intuitive, data-as-a-service environments that empower HR partners and business leaders to make real-time, data-driven decisions.</li>
<li>Drive data literacy across HR by coaching and mentoring partners on analytics tools and strategic inquiry.</li>
<li>Coach HR partners and stakeholders on navigating analytics platforms, interpreting insights, and framing strategic questions that influence business leaders and drive high-impact outcomes.</li>
<li>Evaluate and recommend emerging HR technologies and analytical tools to support a scalable, future-ready data infrastructure; partner with IT and business stakeholders to improve data accessibility and usability.</li>
<li>Perform other duties as assigned in support of HR analytics, reporting, and workforce strategy objectives.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
 
Education & Experience
 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree preferred</li>
<li>Must have at least 5 years of experience in HR reporting, analytics and application support (HR Systems and/or Reporting and Analytics) or equivalent experience</li>
<li>Strong analytical skills and success in using data driven insights to make business decisions.</li>
<li>Specialized experience is building and maintaining data warehouses, collaborating with IT to develop robust data testing protocols, and developer skill set for building reports and dashboards</li>
<li>Strong project and relationship management skills and able to collaborate and mentor effectively across cross functional teams.</li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication and networking skills</li>
</ul>
Skills
 
<ul>
<li>Must be able to analyze data and validate assumptions</li>
<li>Previous process improvement analysis skills preferred</li>
<li>Must have attention to detail and understanding of data elements</li>
<li>Must be discreet with access to highly privileged employee data</li>
<li>Must be able to manage time and work priorities</li>
</ul>
Systems & Applications
 <ul>
<li>Dayforce</li>
<li>Microsoft Power BI and Excel</li>
<li>Spotfire</li>
<li>Data modeling and system testing tools</li>
</ul>
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: 
Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, maintains a drug-free workplace and will require pre-employment drug & substance abuse testing before hiring.
 
Boardwalk Pipelines, LP, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

People Analytics Lead

Kuraray America

<div>Title: Sr. HRIS Specialist
Location: Houston, TX 
Who we are:
Voted one of the Nation's Best and Brightest Companies to Work for, Kuraray America, Inc. (KAI) is a global leader in specialty chemical, fiber, and resin production. With top-of-the-line research and production facilities and a vast network of supplies from around the world, Kuraray leads the industry in specialty dental, fiber, resin, and elastomer products. Kuraray America is a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Company, Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan. Kuraray has operations in 32 countries and employs more than 11,000 employees, including over 800 in the United States.
Why Kuraray:
Kuraray is building a better tomorrow, today. Our team members are dedicated to expanding our business with committed professionals who share essential values such as integrity, excellence, teamwork, and accountability.
As a part of Kuraray America, Inc., our team shares the advantages of working for the leader in specialty chemicals, resins, and fibers. Our international presence and resources allow us to be a world-leading innovator in the industries we service. Yet, despite our size, our people are more than just a number. As a new team member, you can expect to earn responsibility quickly. Our commitment to our people is visible in our comprehensive benefits package. As a Kuraray team member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy competitive salaries and benefits, incentive opportunities, and an excellent work environment. 
Position Summary:
The Senior HRIS Specialist serves as the Americas subject matter expert for HR technology, responsible for supporting, stabilizing, and optimizing the region's HR systems ecosystem, including the ADP suite (Workforce Now, Workforce Manager) and related modules. This role ensures that payroll, benefits, and workforce systems operate with minimal disruption while supporting the region's transition toward a modernized global HR technology landscape. 
This position combines deep operational expertise with strategic transformation leadership. The incumbent ensures system stability, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across all Americas legal entities while maintaining a clear understanding of end-to-end HR process flows across multiple platforms. The role partners closely with Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Learning, and HR Operations to translate real business workflows into scalable, harmonized system solutions that align with global Workday design while meeting regional operational and regulatory requirements. 
The Senior HRIS Specialist plays a critical role in identifying risks early, driving mitigation strategies prior to testing and go-live, and supporting key harmonization decisions that balance global standardization with regional realities. The position also manages operational stability during a dual-system environment-supporting the current ADP ecosystem while enabling the implementation and adoption of Workday. 
Responsibilities:
Americas HR Systems Ownership (Current-State Operations) 
<ul><li>
Serve as the Americas HR systems subject matter expert for ADP, ADP WFN, and ADP WFM, ensuring operational stability across payroll, benefits, time, and workforce management processes
</li><li>Lead complex troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and integration issue resolution while partnering with vendors to manage escalations, service performance, and system enhancements
</li><li>Ensure data integrity, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance across HR systems while identifying process improvements through collaboration with HR, Payroll, and Benefits teams
</li><li>Manage system implementation, upgrades, configuration, testing, and ongoing maintenance to ensure optimal performance and alignment with business needs.</li><li>
Act as a primary escalation point for complex HRIS issues, ensuring timely resolution.</li><li>
Coordinate with HR, IT, and external vendors to resolve system issues, implement enhancements, and maintain system functionality.</li></ul> 
Global Workday Implementation &ndash; Americas Functional Lead<ul><li>
Serve as the Americas regional HRIS functional liaison for the global Workday implementation, representing regional operational, regulatory, and legal entity requirements in global design discussions.</li><li>
Support change readiness, transition planning, and post-go-live hypercare across Workday and legacy systems in partnership with global and regional stakeholders.</li><li>
Partner with global HRIS leaders and regional counterparts (EMEA, APAC) to ensure alignment with global standards while addressing local needs.</li><li>
Lead Americas HRIS workstream activities including requirements gathering, configuration validation, testing support, data validation coordination, and user acceptance testing (UAT) for the region.</li></ul> 
End-to-End Process Harmonization
<ul><li>Map and analyze Hire-to-Retire processes across Americas entities to identify harmonization opportunities and operational risks
</li><li>Partner with HR Operations and Centers of Excellence to design sustainable cross-system workflows aligned with global standards and local regulatory requirements
</li><li>Support future phased decommissioning of legacy ADP modules through impact analysis and transition planning</li></ul> 
Reporting, Data Integrity &amp; Analytics
<ul><li>Develop, maintain, and deliver operational dashboards and custom reports to support HR, Finance, and executive leadership decision-making.
</li><li>Audit and reconcile data across Workday, ADP, and system integrations to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
</li><li>Monitor system data health and compliance metrics; proactively investigate and remediate discrepancies.</li></ul> 
Process Documentation &amp; Training<ul><li>
Document HRIS procedures, system configurations, workflows, and governance standards to support operational continuity and audit readiness.
</li><li>Create and maintain user guides, job aids, and training materials for HR partners, managers, and end users.
</li><li>Deliver training and enablement sessions to drive adoption, consistent system use, and operational efficiency</li></ul> 
Compliance &amp; Governance<ul><li>
Ensure HR systems comply with HIPAA, SOX, GDPR (where applicable), and regional payroll regulations
</li><li>Maintain documentation of system controls, integrations, and audit processes to support governance and compliance requirements
</li></ul>Partner with Legal, IT, and HR leadership to maintain data governance standards; monitor regulatory changes and update controls/documentation accordingly.
Cross-Functional &amp; Vendor Partnership
<ul><li>Collaborate with Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Learning, HR Operations, IT, and Finance to align HR technology solutions with operational needs
</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison between internal stakeholders and external vendors to drive issue resolution and system improvements
</li><li>Evaluate system enhancements and support integration reliability and data governance standards</li></ul> 
Project Management &amp; Continuous Improvement<ul><li>
Lead or support HRIS initiatives including integrations, enhancements, workflow redesign, and data migrations
</li><li>Develop risk mitigation strategies to protect payroll, benefits, and workforce data accuracy
</li><li>Drive automation and process improvements while balancing operational stability with long-term transformation objectives</li></ul> 
Technical Troubleshooting &amp; Integrations<ul><li>
Provide production support for HRIS issues, integration failures, and data discrepancies.</li><li>
Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to data exchange between HRIS and third-party or internal business systems.</li><li>
Support ongoing optimization of integrations to ensure reliability and data accuracy.</li></ul> 
Minimum Qualifications:<ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Human Resources, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
</li><li>Minimum of 7 years of progressive HRIS and people analytics experience supporting complex, multi‑module, global HR systems
</li><li>Hands-on experience with Workday and ADP platforms, including core HCM and related modules (Recruiting, Talent Management, Benefits, Payroll), with the ability to support, configure, and optimize functionality
</li><li>Experience partnering with global HRIS teams and stakeholders across multiple regions within a standardized global system environment
</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio), with advanced Excel skills and experience in data visualization and reporting
</li><li>Demonstrated project management experience using tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, Asana, and Nintex
</li><li>Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and technical problem‑solving skills with a focus on data integrity
</li><li>Solid understanding of HR, Payroll, Finance, and IT processes and their integration within enterprise HR systems
</li><li>Proven experience leading cross‑functional and cross‑regional initiatives, managing vendors, and delivering HRIS integrations or enhancements on time and within scope
</li><li>Strong organizational and prioritization skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and ambiguity in a fast‑paced global environment
</li><li>Knowledge of end‑to‑end HR operations and familiarity with HRIS integrations, system security controls, data governance, and data privacy regulations across regions
</li><li>Outstanding verbal and written communication, presentation, interpersonal, consulting, and analytical skills
</li><li>Valid driver's license required</li></ul> 
Competencies:<ul><li>
Customer Focus
<ul><li>Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.</li></ul></li><li>
Business Insight
<ul><li>Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.</li></ul></li><li>
Cultivates Innovation
<ul><li>Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.</li></ul></li></ul><ul><li>
Action Oriented
<ul><li>Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.</li></ul></li><li>
Ensures Accountability
<ul><li>Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.</li></ul></li><li>
Drives Results
<ul><li>Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstance</li></ul></li><li>
Collaborates
<ul><li>Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.</li></ul></li><li>
Values Difference
<ul><li>Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization</li></ul></li><li>
Communicates Effectively
<ul><li>Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.</li></ul></li><li>
Courage
<ul><li>Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said.</li></ul></li><li>
Instills Trust
<ul><li>Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.</li></ul></li><li>
Situational Adaptability
<ul><li>Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.</li></ul></li></ul> 
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes base pay and an annual incentive. This program is designed to reward individual performance and align overall rewards with corporate and team performance.
Our employees benefit from a robust healthcare package that includes wellness reimbursements, along with generous perks such as three weeks of paid time off, ten company holidays, paid parental leave, education reimbursement, and a matching 401k plan, among other offerings. 
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S.
Learn more at kuraray.us.com/careers/
Kuraray America, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/disability/protected veteran status
No third-party candidates accepted.</div>

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