Senior Human Resources Specialist

DescriptionAbout A&MAlvarez & Marsal is a leading independent global professional services firm, specializing in providing turnaround management, performance improvement and corporate advisory services. With over 9,000 professionals based in 70+ locations across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, our firm excels in problem solving and value creation. Drawing on a strong operational heritage and hands-on-approach, our professionals work closely with organizations and stakeholders to help tackle complex business issues and maximize value.Position OverviewThe Senior HR Specialist plays a pivotal role in contributing towards aligning business objectives with employees and management within designated business units. Alongside the Human Resources Business partner, this role will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and staff, assist in advocating for employees and providing dedicated support to the assigned client group. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The Senior HR Specialist maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit’s financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.Responsibilities• In tandem with the HR Business Partner, serve as a strategic partner to business leaders by understanding business goals and aligning them with people strategies, services and programs.• Guides and support management in the performance management process, including goal setting, providing ongoing feedback, and conducting performance reviews.• Partner with HRBP to provide HR expertise in the areas of feedback, employee relations, development and coaching, compensation, and organizational development.• Develops and implement strategies to enhance employee engagement and retention.• Prepares and maintains reports related to HR metrics, such as turnover rates, retention, and employee engagement to help guide strategic planning.• Ensures accurate data maintenance in Workday, including job titles, profiles, backfill entries, and organizational structure updates.• Partners with the Learning & Development team on training initiatives and needs.• Leads the coordination of all onboarding and off-boarding of employees to ensure consistency, partnering with regional HR representatives.• Partners with the Benefits team to oversee the administration of leave programs, ensuring adherence to policies and legal requirements.• Assists with visa and immigration matters in partnership with our external provider as needed.• Performs all other duties as assigned.Requirements• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred.• 3-4 years of HR experience preferably in professional services or mid-large corporate setting.• Consultative approach when partnering with the practice.• Analytical reasoning and solution-focused problem solver with the ability to think critically and independently.• Self-motivated and disciplined individual with analytical skills; capability to work independently as well as in team.• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.• Workday experience is a plus.Full-time Positions and Part-time Positions Over 30 hoursRegular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings’ fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD&D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A&M’s benefits programs.The salary range is $75,000 - $85,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.Diversity & InclusionA&M’s entrepreneurial culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who can positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work—guided by A&M’s core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity—are the main reasons our people love working at A&M. Inclusive Diversity means we embrace diversity, and we foster inclusiveness, encouraging everyone to bring their whole self to work each day. It runs through how we recruit, develop employees, conduct business, support clients, and partner with vendors. 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