Human Resources Business Partner
Why GLS?
Our customers are at the heart of all we do! At GLS we are dedicated to improving the lives of our borrowers by providing access to affordable credit and reliable transportation! We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters innovation, collaboration, and a focus on giving back to the communities where we live and work.
GLS is a leading provider of auto lending services supporting 500,000 customers and 13,000 dealers across the United States! Recognized by Inc. 5000 fastest growing private companies seven consecutive years in a row, we are excited for what the future holds! Come join us on our journey!
What does it mean to be a Human Resources Business Partner at GLS?
At GLS, or Human Resources Business Partner's are responsible for delivering exceptional HR services across defined organizational unit(s) in alignment with organizational objectives. You will serve as a thought partner and an extended leadership team member to management, actively engaging in the facilitation of solutions to business challenges and influence positive change.
How will you drive value within the organization?
- Assesses, evaluates, and identifies areas for management development/improvement to optimize the current and future operational performance of the business unit, including influencing positive outcomes. Coaches' managers to encourage ongoing expansion of associate and leader capabilities, collaboration, change management, and consistent approach to critical business leader skills and competencies.
- Leverages annual processes to identify opportunities to improve organizational structures, address competency and performance gaps, support the development of top talent, and plan for the future. Partners with management to maximize the completion of annual and ongoing performance assessment, performance management, compensation planning, and succession planning.
- Understands the business unit and the organization’s business strategies, initiatives and challenges and applies human resources strategies and programs to facilitate achievement of the business goals.
- Implements best in class human resources strategies in alignment with employer of choice initiatives. Develops and delivers comprehensive human capital/staffing plans, succession planning, career pathing and competency-based development which translate into robust HR strategic and tactical business plans.
- Oversees a highly effective, fair, and consistent employee relations program for the assigned unit. Partners with leaders and Employee Relations resources to ensure that issues are addressed in a timely manner through a comprehensive, thorough, and objective investigation and resolution process. Coaches' managers on the effective resolution of conflict, and how to foster a positive working environment.
What should you already know to be successful in this role?
- Minimum of bachelor’s degree required with HR focus preferred. SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
- Minimum of three (3) years’ experience across multiple human resource disciplines including talent development, employee relations, and performance management or in progressive leadership roles with emphasis on growing and developing teams
- Intrinsically motivated with demonstrated ability to take initiative, identify needs, make recommendations for improvement, see recommendations through implementation, and evaluate improvements for effectiveness
- Excellent consulting, client management and business literacy skills with demonstrated understanding of corporate and business unit challenges
- Exceptional interpersonal skills: friendly and tactful with the ability to influence others, effectively manage conflict, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage highly sensitive and confidential information, interact at all levels within the organization, and build cross-functional partnerships across the business
Employment Requirements:
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check
- Physical Requirements: While performing the essential duties of this job, the associate is regularly required to:
- Remain in a stationary position 100% of the workday
- Constantly operate a computer and other standard office equipment
- Talk and hear to exchange accurate information
- Have close visual acuity to perform activities such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading
- The position does not require travel
Benefits: GLS offers the below great benefits for your amazing work!
- Competitive base pay and performance bonuses, dependent on role.
- Hybrid work environment (dependent on role)
- Medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, and other supplemental insurance benefits including long-term and short-term disability
- 401K with employer match and 100% immediate vesting
- Paid time off (PTO) and paid company holidays to help you balance work and personal life
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Parental Leave
- Business casual work environment
- Fun extras like discounts on theme park tickets, hotels, movies, events, and cellular service