HR Specialist

This position is responsible for supporting the key processes of the employee lifecycle, ensuring the proper execution of HR platforms and practices, including compliance with laws and implementation of IHG’s human resources policies and procedures. Provides best in class service and support to internal customers to ensure optimal value to the business. Creates and maintains key HR metrics and reports. Provides support with employee relations, compensation, benefit, training/development, inclusion, performance management, and recognition and employee orientation.

Your day to day  

• Provide support to align HRBP and clients on key HR programs and initiatives, talent strategy, and HR systems.

• Liaise with the HR Leader to the COE’s (Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Mobility, Compensation, Benefits, Talent Management, L&D, I&I, Global People Services, etc.).

• Partner with Line Managers and walk through all Oracle transactions to include new positions, requisitions, manager changes, etc.

• Onboarding / Offboarding colleagues, i.e., I9 verification, rehire issues, HR questions, mobility with transfers, separation questions.

• Manage the approval of all backfills / new positions within the AMER region / Global Process.

• Support org design and change management initiatives in partnership with HRBPs, i.e,, preparing severance, contact for colleague questions, changes in the system, etc.

• Maintain quality employee records / data in all databases, i.e., confirmation letters, FWA.

• Ensures compliance with employment regulations through oversight of I-9s, state and federal notices, and severance processes.

• Use working knowledge of HR policies and compliance to assist colleagues, ensuring questions are addressed accurately or redirected appropriately.

• Generate and analyze data and trends to support HR initiatives, i.e., talent planning, merit process, colleague heartbeat, pay equity evaluations, etc.

• In partnership with HRBPs, consult with clients on performance elevation plans (PEP) and related matters and processes. May execute PEP end-to-end.

• Demonstrate a continuous improvement mindset, may be involved in performance reviews, providing feedback to employees, and developing training programs to enhance skills, etc.

What we need from you 

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field of work or an equivalent combination of education and work-related experience.

• 2-4 years of progressive experience in HR or related field 

• Demonstrated experience in successfully owning or managing medium to large scale projects, programs, or initiatives 

• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships at various levels 

• Demonstrated ability to receive direction and work autonomously 

Location – Atlanta, GA; Our hybrid work structure is an expectation of three (3) days a week in office. This expectation may be adjusted to evolve with the changing needs of the business. 

The salary range for this role is $46,226.00 to $72,000.00.  This role is also eligible for bonus pay (as applicable). We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401K, and other benefits to employees.