Jones Insurance Agency, Inc Hiring for HR Consultant Job at Garner, NC Full Time

Career Opportunity – HR Consultant (experienced and certified)

If you seek:

• An employer that invests in (and encourages) your learning and growth.
• A professional work environment where teammates are supportive and accountable.
• An opportunity to make a difference in the lives of your clients and community.
• Standard working hours, with options for remote work and flexible schedules.
• A competitive salary with outstanding benefits.
• A family-oriented employer that has been in business for over 60 years

Then, we should talk.

What We are Seeking:

• Self-motivated individuals with an “old-fashioned” work ethic and positive attitude
• A proven ability to support and lead a team
• A subject matter expert of employment laws and compliance
• A client-focused professional – who is able to listen, communicate, and advise

Summary

This position is directly responsible for providing human resources knowledge and expertise for the clients of the company.

Minimum Qualifications

• 
  Bachelor’s degree in the related field
• PHR/SPHR certification or SHRM-Certified Professional is required or the ability to obtain within 6 months
• 3-5 years of experience in a HR role that involves recruiting, onboarding/training, employee relations, managing regulatory and compliance issues.
• Must have excellent diagnostic, problem solving and consultative skills.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles and practices coupled with a working knowledge of the HR field
• Ability to manage, direct and motivate change.
• Demonstrated ability to be a self- starter and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must possess subject matter expertise in federal and state employment laws.
• Proven professional that is organized, proactive and decisive.
• Collaborative team player and be at ease in dealing with all levels of staff.
• Strong relationship and influencing skills; possess and exhibit professional presence.
  
• Ability to forecast company and clients’ needs in regards to staffing, employee relations, compliance and benefits.
• Demonstrated ability to provide effective management consultation in HR areas.
• Must be able to consistently and effectively develop, interpret and apply a variety of HR policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated competency with MS Office, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must possess driver’s license with no more than 3 points.

Essential Functions

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  Support clients in all HR functions including but not limited to recruiting, onboarding, employee/supervisor relations, managing change in regulatory and compliance issues; act as the subject matter expert in these areas.
• Drive organization, leadership, culture and talent solutions that optimizes the organization and enables business growth and success.
• Provide both transformational advice and transactional support that delivers best practice HR solutions to support company and clients’ business plan.
• Partner with business development managers to support existing clients and grow the client base.
• Attend and present HR topics at bi-monthly networking events
• Responsible for facilitating positive employee relations by assisting employees and managers in resolving work related complaints/issues, counsels management on how to handle situations and ensure good communication between employees and managers.
• Proactively gain client feedback to support HR areas to improve service levels.
• Evaluate reports, decisions and results of HR initiatives in relation to established goals; recommend new approaches, policies and procedures to the continual improvements in efficiency of the HR department and services performed.
• Ensure a thorough understanding of client issues and provide consultative solutions with the client’s best interest in mind.
• Equip clients with tools and knowledge to effectively manage their teams in alignment with their people/business plan.
• Provide coaching sessions and trainings to support clients’ needs in regard to employee engagement, retention and performance management.
• Maintain HR certifications by attending accredited seminars, training courses and keep current with trends in the HR profession.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• General office setting Monday – Friday 8:00 – 5:00 with flextime available
• Fast-paced multi-tasking team environment
• Occasional travel may be required

GENERAL

• This job description is intended to describe the level of work required of the person performing the job.
• Essential functions are outlined; other duties may be assigned as needs arise or as required to support the agency’s business needs.
• This description is not intended as a contract and is subject to unilateral change and revision by management.
• Any written contractual agreements will supersede this job description.
• All requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate physically or mentally challenged employees