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Working closely with theDirector,HR, theAssociate Director,HRwill also develop, implement and monitor the best HR practices and programs thatwill provide an employee-oriented, high-performance culture that emphasizes empowerment, qualityand productivity to enable sustainable and profitable business growth.\nWhat You'll Do Here\nDevelop and maintain strong working relationships with leaders and team members to create a partnership that yields results and credibility\n\nAct as senior advisor across the site providing guidance to management and leads in employee related issues i.e., performance evaluations, employee relations, mediation, succession plans, compensation, departmental organization and disciplinary procedures\n\nManage and coach the HR direct report and assist them in their professional development\n\nEstablish partnerships across the HR function and ensure a constant application of the best practices to deliver an added-value service to management and employees to contribute to the achievement of the business objectives of the organization\n\nAnalyze key performance indicators and HR data in order to provide managers with sound recommendations and areas for improvement\n\nManage and resolve complex employee relations issues. 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