Regional People & Culture Business Partner

Reporting to the Divisional People & Culture Manager, this role serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner supporting multiple sites across the Northeast region. If this offer does not match your expectations, but you would like to develop your career in a company that promotes circular economy and sustainability, register on our Career Page, and don't miss out on new job opportunities!

Tradebe is a group of industrial businesses with the commitment of creating a more sustainable planet and making significant contributions to human wellbeing. In the US, we are leaders focused on recycling and circular economy, managing all different environmental liabilities in a sustainable way.

What will you do? Make an impact!

Reporting to the Divisional People & Culture Manager, this role serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner supporting multiple sites across the Northeast region. You'll drive key people initiatives, support operational and strategic goals, and enhance employee experience across a diverse, multi-site workforce.

Candidates must be willing to support locations in Connecticut and Massachusetts in an on-site capacity.

Do you have what it takes?

Business Partnership & Strategy

• Serve as the primary People & Culture contact for employees and managers across the region
• Partner with leadership to align HR strategies with business priorities
• Support organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning
• Collaborate with corporate People teams to implement company-wide initiatives locally
• Participate in leadership meetings to address site and regional needs

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Advise leadership on employee relations matters and conflict resolution
• Lead investigations and ensure fair, consistent policy application
• Foster a positive workplace culture through engagement, recognition, and communication initiatives
• Build strong relationships with employees and management to improve morale, retention, and productivity

Talent & Development

• Support recruitment efforts including interviews, onboarding, and exit processes
• Identify training needs and contribute to employee development and career planning
• Drive initiatives that enhance employee experience and growth opportunities

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws
• Oversee leave of absence programs (FMLA, LOA, Workers' Compensation, STD, LTD)
• Mitigate risk by advising managers on best practices in employee management
• Support union-related matters and maintain effective labor relations

Data & Operations

• Analyze HR metrics to provide insights on performance, engagement, and retention
• Use data to inform recommendations and drive action
• Support compensation reviews and workforce analytics

Health, Safety & Benefits

• Partner with EHS teams to promote safety initiatives and compliance
• Act as a resource for employee benefits including health, dental, and leave programs

What's in for you?

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field (required)
• 3-5 years of Human Resources experience
• Strong conflict management and interpersonal skills
• Experience with HRIS systems (SuccessFactors or Paycor preferred)
• Strong analytical skills, including proficiency in Excel
• Experience with PowerPoint, including presenting and facilitating meetings
• High level of professionalism with strict adherence to confidentiality
• Valid driver's license
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work across all organizational levels
• Self-starter with the ability to take initiative, anticipate needs, and work independently
• Ability to read, write, and understand English

Why Tradebe is Right for You

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Student loan repayment assistance
• Generous vacation and sick plans
• Medical (including telehealth), dental and vision
• 401k Retirement match
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings accounts (HSA)
• Agency paid, basic life and AD&D insurance
• Career ladders, professional development, and promotion opportunities
• Leadership opportunities
• Great work environment and culture
• And MORE!

Ready to make a difference? Apply now!

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If this offer does not match your expectations, but you would like to develop your career in a company that promotes circular economy and sustainability, register on our Career Page, and don't miss out on new job opportunities!

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