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Role Purpose

You will provide local HR expertise and guidance to managers within a country or small sub-cluster of countries. You'll keep a pulse on employees, market trends, ensure compliance and offer a consistent employee experience for all employees in the geography.

Key Accountabilities

Developing and implementing HR strategy. You will help implement both regional and global business strategies within your market(s). You'll bring expertise on industry and market trends and situations to develop and implement HR initiatives in line with the market(s) operational needs.

Retaining talent. You will assist with the implementation of defined retention strategies within your market(s), ensuring that retention agreements are executed in line with local requirements and providing feedback on local nuances that could impact the strategy. You will escalate local situations that require HRBP review or approval, (e.g. identify flight risks, compensation issues or local competitive or benefit nuances).

Talent management and development. You will support the roll out of global and regional development initiatives and programs within your market(s), partnering with people managers and employees to provide on-the-ground leadership as appropriate.

Employee relations, labor relations and performance management. You will assist with the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures that reflect market conditions and company philosophy. You'll ensure compliance with policies at the local level. You'll oversee appropriate resolution of employee relations issues within your market, escalating as required based on complexity and seniority of associates involved. You will partner with locally relevant Works Councils and Unions. Lastly, you'll assist with the execution of Performance Improvement plans at the local level.

Culture, values and Diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) You will help maintain a positive organizational culture in the market(s) you support, aligned with the organization's values and mission, which includes promotion or DE&I. You'll assist with the local implementation of global initiatives (eg. Workplace with Purpose, policy changes). You will coach and guide local managers and associates on processes such as performance management, total rewards, employee engagement, career conversations and conflict management. You will contribute to local engagement and talent retention within your geography by fostering a positive local culture and deploying locally relevant programs aligned to global strategy.

Change management and communication. You will assist with the roll out of key change initiatives and communication campaigns. You'll support your respective HR leader in building change management materials, gathering appropriate stakeholder feedback and executing against plans.

Compliance. You will ensure that the organization is in compliance with all relevant laws and regulations relating to HR, including labor laws, employment standards, local norms, and partner with security team on health and safety regulations. You'll monitor and drive key HR processes for all employees in the market(s) (e.g. merit, goals and objectives, bonus, SIP, performance reviews, Code of Conduct implementation and any other relevant initiatives).

Skills and Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent business experience.

• 3+ years of relevant experience, with at least 2 years in a Market HR or similar role.

• Demonstrated financial acumen

• Experience implementing HR strategies that are aligned to the organization's overall strategy and goals

• Demonstrated experience in employee relations, labor relations, performance management, and talent development.

• Knowledge of HR best practices and legal requirements.

• Demonstrated ability to use data to inform HR strategy and decision making

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with managers and employees.

• Demonstrated experience supporting the implementation of change initiatives within the organization

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Ability to manage across a diverse workforce, promoting diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the organization.

About NIQ

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights-delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms-NIQ delivers the Full View.

NIQ, is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population. For more information, visit NIQ.com.

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