HR Business Partner - North America Field Operations
Weatherford

Job Purpose

The HR Business Partner is an integral part of the HR team within the Global Human Resources Function reporting to the Sr. HR Manager. In close collaboration with HR Leadership, Global and Geozone HR Business Partners, and other HR COEs, as an embedded HR partner with assigned business clients, the Senior Human Resources Advisor works closely with assigned managers and employees to anticipate and support HR-related needs and serves as a consultant to management on HR-related issues. Maintains an effective level of business literacy about company and business unit financial results, business plans, culture and competition. Responsible for a variety of HR duties as needed to include, but not limited to HR generalist responsibilities, staffing, employee relations, training and development, compensation, performance management, and organizational health/culture.

Roles & Responsibilities

QUALITY

•Responsible for being familiar with the Company's Quality policies and takes an active role in the compliance and improvement of Weatherford's Management System

•Maintains service quality as immediate priorities when working across all areas of the business and continually seeks areas for improvement

COMMUNICATION

•Conducts regular meetings with assigned client groups, providing appropriate HR guidance and collaboration on relevant business and workforce priorities

•Analyzes data trends and metrics to assess and/or anticipate business risks and, in partnership with HR COEs, develops and/or deploys recommended solutions, programs and applicable policies

•Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate external Maintains effective communications with all key stakeholders both internal and where appropriate external

•Supervisors & Managers should clearly communicate expectations, roles and responsibilities to their reports

FINANCIAL

•Provides support with the evaluation of compensation and makes appropriate recommendations with clear links to cost control and budget constraints

•Collaborates with management and HR COE partners to develop appropriate compensation strategies tied to function, geography and external market factors

•All employees have an accountability to the organization to be financially responsible whether they are in charge of a function budget or simply their own expenses

•Costs incurred should be within approved budget, processed within agreed time frames & following the relevant financial policy and procedure

PEOPLE & DEVELOPMENT

•Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention

•Supports line management to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, aligning with the Employee Relations Director where appropriate

•Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations for assigned cases, always ensuring fairness

•Provides day to day performance management advice to line management & employee alike in such areas as but not limited to, coaching, counseling, career development, grievance, and disciplinary actions

•Undertakes necessary function training to enhance their skills and experience that supports their personal career development

•Employees have a responsibility for developing their own careers within the Company including completing all necessary function, compliance & business standards training to enhance their knowledge, skills and experience

•Employees should engage on a regular basis with their line manager to discuss their personal performance, objectives and opportunities to enhance their skills and experience to support their career potential

•Supervisors are expected to actively engage their employees to support talent management through Weatherford's performance management process, including but not limited to talent assessments, succession planning & regular coaching opportunities

•Supervisors should collaborate with Human Resources & Training Development to drive strategies for the recruitment & retention of key personal & to foster an environment that supports the attraction & retention of a high performing talented workforce

VISION & LEADERSHIP

•Demonstrates leadership, ethical behavior and adherence to Weatherford standards at all times

•Contributes to the Weatherford HR strategy and translate it for the client and country such that a compelling vision and purpose is understood

•Demonstrates leadership, ethical behavior and adherence to Weatherford standards at all times

Experience & Education

REQUIRED

•Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related equivalent professional experience

•Minimum 8+ years' experience

PREFERRED

•SHRM/HRCI Certification preferred

•Master's Degree in Human Resources

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

REQUIRED

•Functions autonomously with minimal guidance from the Corporate HR Leadership to independently meet the needs of the organization

•Provides guidance and coaching on HR policies and procedures

•Continuously helps to evaluate and update HR related policies, procedures and documentation such as job descriptions

•Conducts exit interviews, analyses data and makes recommendation to the line & HR management team for corrective actions and continuous improvement

•Supports change management activities and applicable Company / function transformation activities and projects

•Negotiates priorities and support requirements with cross-functional teams based on business & resource needs

•Provides guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, talent management and succession planning in conjunction with the relevant COE

•Leads the implementation of HR projects within their assigned function(s), ensuring alignment with key business strategies.

•Highly proficient in all Microsoft Office tools

•Experience in Employee Relations, Employment Engagement and Change Management

•Confident decision maker and have the ability to challenge managers when required

•Strong communication and interpersonal skills

•Team player

Travel Requirement: This role may require domestic and potentially international travel of up to: < 10%

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger - a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.