HR Generalist, North America Head Office

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us.

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Position Overview

In this impactful position, the HR Generalist reports to the HR Director and works as a member of the HR team for Prysmian’s North America Head Office in Highland Heights KY. This position is ideal for individuals looking to build a foundation in HR and grow within the field. This position offers the opportunity to impact the organization’s success by fostering a positive employee experience, ensuring a compliant workplace environment, and contributing to the strategic goals of the HR department. The HR Generalist plays a key role in maintaining HR data accuracy and supporting the team in implementing HR policies and procedures. The HR Generalist is proactive, resourceful, and committed to building a supportive and compliant workplace environment. This individual requires strong organizational skills and a keen attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment, Onboarding & Offboarding:

• Assist in developing job descriptions.
• Support the new hire and internal job moves process, including pre-boarding, orientation, onboarding and associated transactions and documentation.
• Process exit paperwork and manage offboarding checklists for departing employees.

HR Administration & Record-Keeping:

• Maintain employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring data accuracy.
• Work with vendor, employees, and other Human Resources members to offer Prysmian’s Tuition Reimbursement and Scholarship programs.
• Create and maintain HR purchasing requests including tracking, receiving and submitting invoices for payment.

Compensation & Benefits Administration:

• Assist employees with benefits enrollment, inquiries, and provide guidance on employee benefits programs.
• Communicate with managers and oversee the process for employee leaves and claims.

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee questions and concerns, including coordinating responses with various departments.
• Support conflict resolution and dispute mediation.
• Organize employee engagement activities and events as needed. Support workplace health and safety initiatives.

HR Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Assist in reporting and organizing documentation for Affirmative Action Planning, audits, and reporting purposes.
• Support adherence to company policies and procedures.

Who are we looking for?

Key Competencies & Skills

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information System) software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
• Problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Knowledge of basic employment laws and HR practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of HR experience.
• Experience transacting in an HRIS, preferably Workday.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certifications such as SHRM-SCP, PHR a plus
• Experience with ADP.
• Experience with SAP.

Physical Demands:

• Works out of a normal office environment with standard office equipment available.
• Extended periods of sitting or standing at a desk or workstation.
• Repetitive tasks such as typing, which may require dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Will be required to sit, bend, kneel, squat, use keyboard, read, write, and speak fluently.
• Employee will occasionally be required to lift and carry objects of 5-10 pounds as needed.
• Employee will be required to work productively and cooperatively in a high-volume, fast paced environment and be able to respond efficiently and courteously to unanticipated problems.
• This role is not typically exposed to adverse environmental conditions, except excessive eye strain.
• When travel is necessary, will be exposed to typical travel environment and surroundings.

Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization, increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture, Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent, where people feel respected, included, and free to fully express their potential just as they are.

All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process, as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, religion, nationality, origin, citizenship status, socio-economic status, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, military service or veteran status, pregnancy, parental leave, medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmian’s commitments.

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