Human Resources Generalist - Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey : Job Details

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Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey empowers our members to achieve their best health. For over 90 years, we have been New Jersey's health solutions leader driving innovations that improve health care quality, affordability, and member experience. Our members are our neighbors, our friends, and our families. It is this understanding that drives us to better serve and care for the 3.5 million people who place their trust in us. We pride ourselves on our best-in-class employees and strive to maintain an innovative and inclusive environment that allows them to thrive. When our employees bring their best and succeed, the Company succeeds.

Summary

This position serves as a trusted partner to division leadership, providing guidance, operational support, and HR expertise to drive business outcomes and foster an inclusive, high-performance culture. The HR Generalist will work collaboratively with leadership to implement HR initiatives, resolve complex employee relations issues, and ensure compliance with all relevant laws and policies. This role combines a deep understanding of HR best practices with the ability to deliver innovative solutions that align with divisional goals.

HR Partnership

• Act as an advisor to division leadership, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives to enhance organizational performance.
• Identify workforce trends and recommend data-driven solutions to address business challenges.

Employee Relations and Performance Management

• Provide consultative support on employee relations matters, ensuring fair resolution of workplace issues and alignment with company policies and legal requirements.
• Partner with managers to address performance management needs, including coaching, developmental plans, and performance improvement strategies.

Workforce Development and Talent Management

• Collaborate with leadership to identify workforce needs, support recruitment efforts, and implement strategies for talent attraction and retention.
• Facilitate employee development programs, ensuring alignment with divisional and organizational priorities.

HR Program Implementation

• Drive the execution of HR initiatives, such as compensation reviews, employee engagement programs, and organizational development efforts.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on key HR projects and divisional requests.

Compliance and Policy Management

• Ensure compliance with federal and state labor laws, as well as company policies and contractual obligations.
• Recommend and implement policy updates based on divisional needs and evolving legal requirements.

Communication and Stakeholder Management

• Serve as the primary HR liaison for division leadership, ensuring the effective communication of divisional needs to HR leadership.
• Build strong relationships with divisional leaders, providing timely guidance and support.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree).
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant HR experience in areas such as employee relations, performance management, and workforce planning.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of federal and state labor laws, HR policies, and employment regulations.
• Proficiency in HR functions including employee relations, talent acquisition, learning and development, and compensation practices.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret HR data and provide actionable insights.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to influence and build trust at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and technology platforms to streamline HR operations and decision-making.

Additional Requirements:

• Proven problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to foster an inclusive workplace culture and drive employee engagement.
• Flexibility to adapt to organizational changes and evolving business needs.

This position is an excellent opportunity for a results-oriented HR professional who is passionate about aligning HR strategy with business goals to deliver impactful results.

Horizon BCBSNJ employees must live in New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Connecticut or Delaware

Salary Range:

$96,300 - $131,565

This compensation range is specific to the job level and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: education, experience, licensure, certifications, geographic location, and internal equity. This range has been created in good faith based on information known to Horizon at the time of posting. Compensation decisions are dependent on the circumstances of each case. Horizon also provides a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes:

• Retirement Plans
• Generous PTO
• Incentive Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement

Disclaimer:

This job summary has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by colleagues within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of colleagues assigned to this job.

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability and any other protected class as required by federal, state or local law. Horizon will consider reasonable accommodation requests as part of the recruiting and hiring process.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionHuman Resources
• IndustriesInsurance

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