Sr. HR Generalist

**** We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
**** We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
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* What we do:

** For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
** Scope of position:
** Reporting to the Sr. HR Manager, the Sr. HR Generalist is a customer-centered role supporting all levels of employees within the Bradley organization. The HR Generalist will partner with cross-functional teams across the business, and will be responsible for recruiting, employee relations, compensation processes, benefits, training, employee engagement and special HR projects. The Sr. HR Generalist will be an active member of the overall HR team and will provide support for all on-going HR projects and initiatives.

You will foster a workplace culture that exceeds employee expectations and embraces a continuous improvement mindset.
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Job Duties and Responsibilities:

*** Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.
* Provides support in compliance areas of human resources including but not limited to employee relations, job evaluation, compensation management, benefits administration, training, AA/EEO, leave management and ADA.
* Collaborate with managers to understand staffing needs while partnering with Talent Acquisition to facilitate recruitment efforts.
* Conduct interviews, assess candidate qualifications, and participate in the selection process.
* Participate in the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring partnership with managers for seamless integration by creating immersion plans, drafting new hire announcements, and completing other new hire tasks.
* Maintains a high level of visibility, accessibility, and interaction with client groups.
* Partner with the Sr. HR Manager to support the performance management process, providing guidance to managers and employees on performance expectations and development opportunities.
* Assist in the implementation of individual development plans and performance improvement plans as needed.
* Partner with Talent team to identify formal learning opportunities for employees based on skill gaps and business needs.
* Generate HR reports and analytics such as headcount reports, performance reports and more.
* Coach and counsel employees, front line leaders and managers on employee relation matters, performance management and conflict resolution.
* Utilize an empathetic approach to understanding employee concerns, answer questions and help employees through organizational change.
* Conduct investigations into employee complaints, providing recommendations for resolution. Partner with the Sr. HR Manager and the legal team as appropriate for all ethics related issues.
* Partner with the HR Team and site leaders on employee engagement and Watts Cares to coordinate various employee engagement and community activities.
** Required Qualifications
*** Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or related field is required.
* 7+ years of HR experience
* Demonstrated ability to effectively partner with all levels of the organization, driving communication and change management
* Ability to interpret company goals, strategies and values to inspire an inclusive and engaged workforce
* Experience using HRIS systems for data management and data metrics to guide decisions. Workday experience preferred.
* Ability to problem-solve and analyze situations to identify potential issues and propose solutions to mitigate risks.
* Drive employee relations, performance management and engagement activities
* Demonstrated ability to train management skills and manager accountability
* Strong organizational and time management skills.
* An empathetic approach to understanding employee…