The Opportunity :

Avantor is looking for a Sr. Human Resources Generalist to provide support to the Sales and Customer Service HR Business Partners and partners with their respective functional business leaders and associates to implement key HR processes and programs.

This role is responsible for assisting in providing strategic HR support in the areas of employee relations, compliance, diversity, performance management, HR analysis, organizational development, career development and employee engagement.

This is a full-time, remote position.

What we're looking for

Education : Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred or current enrollment in a graduate program

Experience : 3 years of experience in Human Resources

Demonstrated interest and aptitude for personal learning and HR career development.

Shown ability to build relationships with both internal and external customers.

Strategic thinker that can manage the tactical day-to-day HR activities, but still implement proactive HR strategies to ensure a productive, engaged, and positive workforce.

The ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Excellent interpersonal, verbal / written communication skills, and attention to detail.

Able to work independently, take initiative, maintain relationships and be able to work effectively and collaboratively with all levels within the organization.

Demonstrated business acumen and the ability to understand business strategy and goals.

Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, advanced Excel knowledge and HRIS systems.

Previous experience with Workday a plus.

PHR, SHRM-CP, and similar certifications preferred.

How you will thrive and create an impact

Primary responsibilities and focus of the role are providing day-to-day employee relations support to functional leaders and associates, provide training, and administer HRIS tasks.

Assists the HRBP to implement key strategic HR processes and programs.

Helps support and champion organizational change and talent initiatives as necessary.

Provide guidance and support on HR related matters including performance management, leave administration, policies, and compliance.

Conducts employee relations investigations and facilitates effective communication and collaborative problem-solving strategies to prevent or resolve employee relations issues.

Partner with the HR Centers of Excellence (COE) such as Total Rewards, HR Operations, and Talent Management to ensure the successful roll out of initiatives and day to day operations.

Supports leaders with talent management processes such as goal setting, providing appropriate feedback during performance appraisals, and assists in creating individual development plans in support of a performance driven culture.

Creates HR analytics to identify trends and opportunities; assists HRBP to develop strategies and tactics based on those trends.

Participates in functional staff meetings and provides HR insights on business issues when necessary.

Assists in projects and / or participates as a project team member on company-wide HR initiatives.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Disclaimer :

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.

Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle.

It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success.

At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency :

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

$75,000.00 - $124,000.00

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement :

We are an Equal Employment / Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state / province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.

com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Equal Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster , EEO is the Law Poster Supplement , and Pay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision .

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy :

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions.

Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

Last updated : 2024-05-14