Human Resources Business Analyst

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We offer a dynamic work environment and a unified and inclusive culture. NRG fosters a strong sense of belonging that leads to better collaboration and business performance. Our company programs are designed to help employees develop the skills they need for success now and in the future. In everything we do, we aim to champion our employees and bring value to our customers, investors and society.

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If you are interested in compliance, partnering with business groups to create policies and processes, and staying current on regulations and best practices, this is the role for you.

The HR Business Analyst is vital to the organization's success. They are responsible for ensuring that the organization adheres to employment laws, regulations, and internal policies related to Human Resources. In this role, you would have the opportunity to develop, implement, and monitor HR compliance programs and provide guidance related to internal policies and process development applicable to HR. Also, the HR Business Analyst will assist with maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations and internal processes and will provide support to teams on compliance concerns and organizational policy alignment.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Business Operations & Process Optimization

• Partner with internal teams to streamline, document, and standardize HR operational processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance. Ensure procedures relating to HR functions are documented and updated and adhere to labor laws, regulations, and internal policies related to human resources.
• Maintain HR documentation, compliance reports, and employee records in an organized and secure manner to support audit readiness and legal requirements.
• Assist with HR technology initiatives, system updates, and process enhancements to optimize Talent operations.
• Support HR project management efforts, tracking progress on key initiatives and ensuring timely execution.
• Advising on procedural requirements, working to mitigate any risk to the company, and implementing corrective actions regarding HR practices.
• Monitor HR activities by conducting audits on internal processes and providing guidance to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements and internal practices.
• Monitor employment law postings in all office locations to ensure.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management

• Manage relationships with HR vendors and service providers, ensuring service-level agreements (SLAs) are met and costs are optimized.
• Partner with internal governance and audit teams to address compliance concerns and maintain alignment with corporate policies.
• Monitor regulatory changes and work proactively with legal counsel and HR leadership to update policies, practices, and contracts accordingly.

• Assist with maintaining up-to-date knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and will provide guidance to HR and management teams on compliance issues. This includes compiling the information needed to file various government reports (EEO-1, VETS-4212, etc.) and ensuring timely and accurate filings.
• Assist in creating, revising, and implementing HR compliance policies and procedures to ensure adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain documents, records, compliance reports, and employee file organization to ensure information is easily accessible for audits, legal requirements, or internal reviews and stored in an orderly manner and in compliance with federal, state, and local laws and internal storage requirements.
• Assist with developing and delivering training materials related to compliance topics such as anti-discrimination, wage and hour laws, employee privacy rights, and safety standards.

Working Conditions:

• Remote work, but within a 1-hour commuting distance of Houston, Texas.
• Availability to come into the office for meetings or special projects.
• Overtime is required as special projects arise.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, and 2 years' experience in an HR role or a function with Compliance responsibilities OR a High School diploma and 4 years' experience in an HR role or a function with Compliance responsibilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Proficient in MS Office
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds as needed.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of state and federal employment laws/processes, including EEO-1 reporting.
• Experience mapping processes in Lucid.
• Experience using Canva.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized and flexible - the ability to manage multiple projects/assignments while meeting deadlines.
• Strong team player who can collaborate with others in a team-oriented environment within and outside of the HR function.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude and acts with integrity.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Why NRG is a great place to work:

• Great company culture!! Voted as a BEST employer by Forbes.
• A competitive total compensation package, including annual incentives.
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Benefits on the first day of employment -Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Wellness program, etc.
• Company-paid life insurance and disability insurance
• 401 (k) plan to help save for retirement
• Generous, Flexible FTO plan allows you to take the time you need. It also includes 11 company holidays and 1 floating holiday.
• Numerous discounts, including electricity discounts on NRG brands.
• Great Team Environment

Role can be filled at a level and pay that is commensurate with education and experience.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

EEO is the Law Poster (The poster can be found at http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf)

Official description on file with Talent.