HR Business Consultant I

HR Business Consultant I

The HR Business Consultant I serves as a partner and will support two distinct asset management subsidiaries of Jackson and other Jackson departments. This individual will implement and monitor programs and policies including associate relations, talent acquisition, total rewards, and talent management.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Coordinates various HR programs, activities, and initiatives, in conjunction with the HR department and business units.
• Consults with management regarding associate relations issues, performance management, and corrective action in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Consults with management and staff regarding HR policies and procedures, payroll, compensation, and benefits.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of associates, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Able to develop appropriate and effective performance corrective actions and measures.
• Works closely with management and associates to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity, and retention.
• Conducts exit interviews.
• Participates in onboarding initiatives and duties.
• Responds to RFP requests.
• Assists with PPM tuition reimbursement program.
• Other duties may assist with special projects and initiatives within HR.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Working knowledge of multiple Human Resource disciplines, compensation practices, performance management, federal and state employment laws, diversity, organizational effectiveness, talent management, workforce planning, and analytics.
• Working experience with associate relations issues, concepts, and employment law.
• In-depth knowledge of federal, state, and local HR legislation to include: EEO, ADA, and FMLA guidelines and regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Strong conflict management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interpret and communicate HR policies and procedures effectively with all levels of associates within the organization.
• Knowledge and experience in various HR functional areas to include talent acquisition, benefits, compensation, staffing, and payroll.
• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Windows/Office environment, specifically in Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work with managers/associates at all levels within the organization while maintaining a high level of confidentiality.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or equivalent education and/or experience required.
• 3+ years Human resources generalist experience in a professional services environment, with working knowledge of HR systems, project/program deployment, and associate relations required.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, rapidly-changing, and highly complex environment required.
• Financial services experience, preferred.
• Experience using analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite of products required.
• Working knowledge of Workday or a comparable human capital management system preferred.
• SHRM Certification preferred.

Jackson is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. The Company subscribes to and endorses federal and state laws and regulations relating to equal employment opportunity for all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, legally-recognized disability, marital status, legally-protected medical condition, citizenship, ancestry, height, weight, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other factor not related to the needs of the job. The Company is committed to a policy of equal opportunity. Company facilities and campuses are tobacco-free environments.

Base Pay: $74,000.00 - $90,000.00. The base salary for this position may vary depending on experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. In addition to the base salary, this role will be eligible to participate in our annual bonus program. This role will also be eligible for compensated personal time off and holidays, health benefits, 401(k) plan with generous matching, and other benefit programs according to the Company's employment policies and subject to the formal terms of such plans and programs.