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Jacobs HR Consultant (w/m/x) in Krakow, Poland
Your Impact:
We are an international engineering company providing services in the field of technical consulting, design, and investment project management.
Global Business Services center located in Krakow provide global support for our line of business and corporate teams in the following areas:
Finance, Accounting, HR, IT, Procurement, Payroll, Project Management.
GBS centralizes some of the processes across Jacobs and focuses on process excellence while also advancing the transformation initiative through additional work migration.
In Jacobs, every day is a chance to make the world a better place - let's design your career with us!
As an HR Consultant, you will be part of Poland HR team and play an instrumental role in establishing the new iCMS Global Delivery Organization (GDO) from broad HR perspective by: leading and supporting HR programs and projects, conducting research to identify areas for improvement and development, providing advice and recommendations for resolving daily HR challenges as well as delivering exceptional HR consulting services to our managers and employees.
Your key responsibilities:
Policies, processes & tools:
Implementing HR policies across the organization, monitoring labor laws and adapting internal regulations as needed,
Developing and updating procedures and document templates,
Providing input for Knowledge Management within the team (including creation and ownership of documentation/job aids/HR self-service articles),
Leading and advising on the design, development, and optimization of HR processes and systems within an organization,
Identifying areas for improvement, and implementing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, compliance, and overall HR performance,
Collaborating with other teams within the HR function and key stakeholders to streamline processes, align with organizational goals, and drive positive change,
Leveraging country best practices in view of standardizing processes regionally or globally,
Managing and administering content of existing documents in response to new corporate policies, laws and regulations,
Communication of the implemented changes and improvements to stakeholders,
Providing initiative and support in establishing proper control system; proactively initiates audits to ensure HR data quality and overall compliance,
Coordinating complex Local HR Processes, in line with existing policies and procedures,
Timely escalation of complex queries or non-compliance to HR manager.
Benefits:
Coordination of employee benefits, including Employee Capital Plans (PPK) and the Social Benefits Fund (ZFŚS) with external service providers,
Managing Company Social Benefits Fund - preparing the draft of the annual financial plan and monitoring the budget utilization;
Cooperation with external Benefits Broker to ensure competitiveness of the benefits offer and best market conditions.
HR Advisory & Consultancy:
Offering functional expertise and support to internal stakeholders, project teams and other HR team members,
Providing coaching, guidance and advice for managers and employees in all areas of HR functions including: HR Systems, Labour Law, HR Policies and Procedures, Employee Relations, Compensation & Rewards, Performance Management, Talent, Mobility, Diversity & Inclusion,
Cooperating with GBS HR, HR CoE and other corporate functions (H&S, Procurement, Finance etc.) as needed
Serving as escalation point for answering complex HR inquiries and resolving HR-related issues through Global People Services
Consulting with managers on people related matters and operational HR support,
Support in delivering learning programs including face-to-face and virtual training eg. labour law training for people leaders, Orientation Days for new hires regarding HR matters,
Preparing local HR communications to employees,
Lead or contribute to local and corporate HR programs and projects,
Supports internal and external audits, surveys and reporting, when necessary.
Conducting stay and exit interviews to gain a deeper understanding of employee feedback and turn findings into business actions,
Performing HR metrics, data and industry trends analysis and recommend areas for improvements or focus.
Perform other duties assigned or delegated by supervisors
Here’s what you’ll need :
University degree (preferably in HRM, psychology, sociology or labour law)
At least 4 years of professional HR experience in international, dynamic work environment - preferably in HR Generalist/HR Advisor role or other similar with client facing exposure,
Good knowledge of Polish employment law,
Solid understanding of HR programs, policies, and processes as well as current HR and market trends,
Project management and facilitation experience will be an asset,
Continuous improvement & Learner mindset,
Solution-orientation and problem-solving skills,
Ability to identify HR risks & propose mitigation,
Good communication and presentation skills - both in Polish and English (min. B2 level)
Positive and collaborative team player with proactive and hands-on attitude,
Service and customer orientation,
Ability to build and maintain effective and trusted working relationships while maintaining a high level of integrity and confidentiality,
Well-organized, structured with solid analytical skills and attention to detail,
Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple tasks.
What we offer:
Opportunity to join a growing organization in expanding business area,
Development opportunities and possibility to gain knowledge and experience in a broad HR field as well as work on interesting projects,
Supportive environment: we’ll support you in this new challenge with coaching & development every step of the way.
Flexible working hours with shorter Fridays and a 'flexible hybrid' model
Attractive benefits package (including private health care, life insurance, Multisport card, My Benefit cafeteria platform, retirement plan/PPK, unlimited access to online learning platform)
International business environment with inclusive culture & friendly work atmosphere
We know that if we are inclusive, we’re more connected, and if we are diverse, we’re more creative. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disabilities, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. Find out more about life at Jacobs (https://www.jacobs.com/life-jacobs) .
As a Disability Confident employer, we will interview all disabled applicants who meet the criteria for a vacancy.
If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team recruitmentpoland@jacobs.com
At Jacobs, we’re challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world’s most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. With $15 billion in revenue and a talent force of more than 60,000, Jacobs provides a full spectrum of professional services including consulting, technical, scientific and project delivery for the government and private sector.
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