Human Resources

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The Vice President, HR Operations Generalist will assist with the oversight and optimization of HR processes related to employee lifecycle events, third-party workforce management, global mobility, and immigration, while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Reporting to a Senior Vice President, HR Operations, this role will focus on overseeing and implementing efficient, scalable, and compliant HR operational frameworks that enhance the employee experience and support the organization’s business objectives. 

Key Responsibilities

Employee Lifecycle Management

o        Assist with the oversight and management of lifecycle events, including onboarding, transfers, and offboarding for both Blackstone employee and Third-Party workforce. 

o        Develop and implement standardized processes and policies to ensure consistency, efficiency, and a positive employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle.

o        Partner with HR business partners and other stakeholders to address complex employee lifecycle events and resolve escalations effectively.

o        Continuously evaluate and improve lifecycle processes to align with organizational goals and employee needs.

Third-Party Workforce Management

o        Develop and implement frameworks for managing third-party workers, ensuring alignment with company policies and legal requirements.

o        Collaborate with Procurement, Legal, and business leaders to ensure proper classification, onboarding, and offboarding of third-party workers.

o        Monitor and mitigate risks associated with third-party workforce management, including compliance with labor laws and contractor agreements.

Global Mobility and Immigration

o        Assist with the oversight and management of global mobility and immigration processes, ensuring compliance with international employment laws and visa requirements.

o        In coordination with the Global Mobility lead, develop and implement policies and procedures to support employee relocations, international assignments, and visa sponsorships.

o        Manage complex global mobility cases and ensure seamless employee transitions.

o        Provide strategic guidance to leadership on global mobility trends, challenges, and opportunities to support business growth and talent strategy.

Legal and Compliance Oversight

o        Ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and company policies across all jurisdictions where the company operates within North America.

o        Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation to meet legal and regulatory requirements, including audits and reporting.

o        Monitor changes in employment laws and regulations, proactively updating processes and advising leadership on potential impacts.

HR Operational Excellence

o        Drive process improvements and standardization to ensure HR operations are scalable and aligned with the company’s growth.

o        Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of HR operations with other business processes.

o        Act as a trusted advisor on HR data governance and data quality. 

Team Leadership and Development

o        Assist in the leadership of the HR Operations team who are responsible for employee lifecycle management, third-party workforce processes, global mobility, and compliance.

o        Foster a professional culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the HR operations team.

o        Provide coaching and development opportunities to enhance the skills and expertise of team members.

Collaboration and Stakeholder Management

o        Partner with HR Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, and other HR functions to ensure seamless delivery of HR services.

o        Collaborate with Legal, Internal Audit, Procurement, and IT to align HR operations with broader organizational goals and compliance requirements.

o        Build strong professional relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure HR operations meet the needs of employees, third-party workers, and the business.

Partnership with People Analytics 

o        Collaborate with the People Analytics team to leverage data insights and inform strategic decision-making.

o        Use data to evaluate employee lifecycle events, global mobility processes, and third-party workforce management to identify areas for improvement and drive operational efficiency.

o        Provide leadership with actionable insights and recommendations based on data-driven analysis to enhance the employee experience and support organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 8+ years of HR experience, with at least 3 years in a mid-level HR operations role
• Experience with Workday and HR Service Now required.
• Deep knowledge of HR processes and best practices, with a focus on employee lifecycle management, third-party workforce management, global mobility, and immigration.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations across multiple jurisdictions, including those related to employee and contingent workforce, global mobility, and visa sponsorships.
• Analytical mindset skills with the ability toto leverage data to drive decisions and improve processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills;, with the capability to builds strong professional relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Experience managing HR operations in a global or multi-location organization is a plus.
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
• Results-oriented and committed to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Adaptable and resilient in the face of change and ambiguity.
• Passionate about creating a positive employee experience and fostering a culture of excellence.

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.

Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.

Blackstone is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic predisposition, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, a sex offense or stalking, or any other class or status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, termination, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.  All Blackstone employees, including but not limited to recruiting personnel and hiring managers, are required to abide by this policy.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please email Human Resources at [email protected].

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.

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