Univar Solutions Hiring for Human Resources Generalist at Downers Grove, Illinois Full Time

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Primary Purpose:
The HR Generalist role will provide a broad range of support to the HR team in an assigned business area. This could include staffing, onboarding, talent management, compensation, learning and development, performance management, organizational development, change management, employee/labor relations, HRIS data entry/administration, reporting, and other special projects as assigned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide full-service HR support to the HR Managers in various lifecycle processes including running headcount reports, compensation reports, managing tasks related to employee relations issues, training, etc.
• Ensuring the recruitment and onboarding of high quality talent capable of supporting the short and long-term needs of the business in conjunction with managers and the Talent Acquisition team.
• Support the HR team from a labor and employee relations perspective, including administration of company policies and day-day issues.
• Helping leaders create and implement plans which increase employee engagement and drive retention of critical talent
• Leading or supporting HR projects to help improve processes, implement programs, or drive our Univar Solutions culture. Using change management and communication skills to support leaders
• Conducting investigations in response to employee complaints and ensuring appropriate resolution
• Supporting HR programs and processes in conjunction with corporate CoE partners (ie open enrollment, employee medical leave, compensation process)
• Maintain a good working relationship with the Labor & Employment Compliance lead

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business or relevant subject field of study or equivalent experience
• 2 years’ experience in Human resources or related filed preferred
• Experience using MS Office applications including Word and Excel
• Well developed organizational skills with the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects and partners in a fast paced and demanding environment. A high level of responsiveness and sense of urgency is critical.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively
• Demonstrated ability to use data to identify issues and develop solutions.
• Ability to develop trusted partnerships with business leaders
• Professional HR certification (SHRM, HRCI) a plus
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