HR Business Partner

• Partner with functional leadership teams to design and deliver people strategies, processes and solutions which ensure that the organizational capability, processes, systems, structure and culture are in place to drive the achievement of business goals • Ensure that the implications of the global and regional people strategy are well understood and aligned and that the HR capability and culture... is in place to enable delivery • Provide, and develop in others, change management capability to enable leadership team development, business transformation and the ongoing development of Syngenta's unique culture • Take responsibility for the embedding of robust people management disciplines in the region including talent management, people development, performance management, and facilitate cross functional/business forums to enable effective people management and development • Build effective employee partnerships and consultation processes with representative bodies and unions, and contribute to regional consultation processes as required • Partner with regional COEs and HR services to ensure development and delivery of effective HR processes Company Description At Syngenta, we believe every employee has a role to play in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet. To support that challenge, the North America Seeds Human Resources team is currently seeking a Human Resource Business Partner to support the North America Production & Supply organization. As an HRBP, you will provide HR expertise and influence, challenge the status quo, lead change initiatives and implement ways of working that embody Syngenta as an “employer of choice”. Qualifications • Successful candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration or related field. A Master’s degree and SPHR certification preferred. • Knowledge and understanding of State and Federal HR Law is preferred Critical experience • 7+ years of prior progressive Human Resource experience. Demonstrated experience in • Working on multiple projects • Employee relations to resolve employee issues and conflict resolution • Coaching leaders at all levels, including senior leaders • Some experience in influencing or managing team dynamics • Leading and facilitating effective presentations to both large and small groups Critical technical, professional and personal capabilities • Proven ability to work with a variety of people and develop strong working relationships • High results orientation with a problem solving mindset • Ability to relate to people in all levels of the organization (Interpersonal savvy) • Very strong communication skills at both the group and individual levels • **Must live in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa or Nebraska*** Additional Information What We Offer: • Full Benefit Package (Medical, Dental & Vision) that starts the same day you do • 401k plan with company match, Profit Sharing & Retirement Savings Contribution • Open Vacation Policy with a minimum of 15 days of vacation and up to 30 days with manager approval, 9 Paid Holidays • Maternity and Paternity Leave, Education Assistance, Wellness Programs, Corporate Discounts among others • A culture that promotes work/life balance, celebrates diversity, and offers numerous family-oriented events throughout the year WL 5a #LI-BH1 About Syngenta (Syngenta Seeds) Syngenta Seeds is one of the world’s largest developers and producers of high-quality seeds, ensuring better and more productive crops. Advanced seeds help mitigate risks such as disease and drought and allow farmers to grow food using less land, less water and fewer resources. Syngenta Seeds brings farmers more vigorous, stronger, resistant plants, including innovative hybrid varieties and biotech crops that can thrive even in challenging growing conditions. Syngenta Seeds is a part of Syngenta Group, a global agricultural technology leader, with over 53,000 people across more than 100 countries working together to create solutions for the benefit of farmers, society and our planet. Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) (http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmla.htm) Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's (EEOC) (http://webapps.dol.gov/elaws/firststep/poster_direct.htm) Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) (http://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/eppa.htm