EchoStar - Germantown, MD
posted 5 months ago
EchoStar Corporation is seeking a HR Business Partner for its Hughes Network Systems division, located at our headquarters in Germantown, MD. This role is pivotal in aligning business objectives with employee and managerial needs, ensuring that the HR function delivers value-added services. The HR Business Partner will work closely with management to develop initiatives that support business goals in a dynamic environment. This position requires a comprehensive understanding of HR metrics, including compensation, job levels, and attrition, to guide decision-making processes effectively. The HR Business Partner will provide support and guidance across various human resource functions, including benefits management, work-life balance, FMLA, ADA, time-off management, employee relations, and training. This role involves offering timely advice to managers on HRIS platform functionality, recruiting, performance management, payroll support, onboarding, and separations. Conducting exit interviews to identify reasons for employee departures and providing feedback to management is also a key responsibility. In addition, the HR Business Partner will lead employee relations situations, ensuring a fair and legally sound approach to investigations and actions. The role requires consulting with employees and managers to address root causes of HR issues, aiming to resolve conflicts systematically to minimize recurrence. A consultative recruiting approach is essential, collaborating with business leaders on recruiting strategies and understanding the responsibilities of the supported groups. This position is ideal for someone with a strong HR background who can navigate complex employee relations and contribute to a positive workplace culture.