Vonage Human Resources Mission

We act as a strategic partner with the business to maximize the value of Vonage's greatest asset - our people. We embrace change and the opportunity it brings, acting as a catalyst to enable all Vonage employees to develop and contribute to their optimum potential. We leverage industry best practices. Our team is focused and committed to recruiting, developing, rewarding and retaining our high-performing global workforce.

Why this role matters

HR Business Partners serve as functional experts, client advocates, talent advisors and strategic partners to the organization. We work with line managers to clarify strategy, manage talent, create value added organizational capabilities and deliver supporting HR services. You can join our team as a Senior HR Business Partner , providing comprehensive and dedicated HR advice and support across the company.

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What you will do

• Participate in the development of HRBP strategy, ensuring that delivered services support the company's vision, anticipated growth, and business and operational objectives.
• Consult with business leaders on talent, leadership, people strategy, organization development, rewards and culture.
• Act as a company advocate, advancing corporate culture and ensuring employees are supported and represented in a fair and consistent manner.
• Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering policies and helping resolve work-related problems - escalating as needed.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation to ensure consistency in the execution of programs and procedures.
• Coach, counsel and guide management on the execution of performance management and disciplinary action processes.
• Partner with managers to resolve employee relations issues, including termination of employment.
• Conduct effective, thorough and thoughtful investigations of identified issues.
• Participate in developing department goals, objectives and people-related management systems.
• Participate and provide advice in annual merit pay, incentive and related compensation programs.
• Partner with the Benefits team to ensure ongoing and effective support, from enrollment through helping employees deal with service and related issues.
• Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identify legal requirements and government reporting regulations impacting HR functions; help ensure that current policies, procedures and associated actions are in compliance.
• Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR department to develop and refine HR solutions, programs and policies.
• Create and compile reports and conduct analyses from the HRIS Oracle database.

What you'll bring

• Advanced knowledge of the various HR disciplines (payroll, compensation, benefits, recruiting, organization effectiveness, change management, etc.).
• Knowledge of federal, state and local HR regulations and how these effect and are applied within a corporate setting.
• An open, credible communication style.
• Strong problem solving, decision-making and organizational skills.
• Ability to:
• Establish and maintain productive working relationships with diverse clients and stakeholders.
• Create and maintain a positive employee relations environment throughout complex and changing situations.
• Skillfully resolve conflict with positive solutions and outcomes.
• Maintain the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality and business ethics..

What's required for application

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, business or related discipline.
• Corporate HR Business Partner or similar experience (7 years).
• Master's Degree and/or HR Certification is preferred

What's in it for you

In addition to providing exciting work, career advancement opportunities, and a collaborative work environment, Vonage provides competitive pay and benefits including unlimited discretionary time off and tuition reimbursement.
Note: The purpose of this profile is to provide a general summary of essential responsibilities for the position and is not meant as an exhaustive list. Assignments may differ for individuals within the same role based on business conditions, departmental need or geographic location.