Team Lead Human Resources (Global Commercial)

Rio Tinto
Chicago, IL, US
Competitive
Jan 23, 2021
Feb 05, 2021
1386771469
Permanent
Full Time
English
Team Lead Human Resources (Global Commercial)
  • Join a diversified and connected HR team with a global footprint, supporting a Global Business
  • Contribute to foster a dynamic culture of change and evolution in our business
  • Join our global leading business where we empower you to grow, make a difference and implement positive change
  • Based in Chicago, USA
About the role
Leading a small team of HR Advisory Specialists, the HR Team Leader will partner with HRBPs and Leaders to drive people outcomes aligned with Rio Tinto Commercial's business strategy. This will include a range of activities from translating commercial strategy into a delivery road map; to providing operational & tactical HR advisory support to dedicated client areas.

In close partnership with the HR Business Partners, this role is responsible for the delivery of HR services to the business such as employee and labour relations, recruitment, talent, pension and benefits, performance management and compensation and cyclical HR processes.

This role is ideal for an experienced HR practitioner who thrives on and takes pride in building and owning stakeholder relationships across different cultures and time zones. Reporting to the Manager HR Operations (Commercial), you will:
  • Lead a team of HR Advisory professionals in a virtual context. Coach, develop and support the team to deliver business outcomes whilst maintaining alignment to local legislative requirements.
  • Lead effective partnership with key stakeholders, solving complex problems to meet business outcomes whilst balancing alignment with relevant internal and external boundaries
  • Support the HR Manager and HR Business Partners in deployment of special projects, interventions and recurring annual activities such as salary review, talent review and change management.
  • Translate Commercial strategy into a delivery roadmap and execute, co-ordinating with local, regional and global teams as required
  • Identify and implement opportunities to further simplify HR process. Identify data trends, generate insights and form recommendations to strengthen service delivery and outcomes for the business
  • Support labour relations with regards to case management, investigations, grievances and complaints while being aligned to the employee relations strategy.
  • Implement Human Resource reporting and metrics and escalating emerging issues/themes with a focus on using data to drive problem solving and decision-making. Use insights and data to identify potential gaps and proactively developing strategies to address those gaps.
What you will need for the role
To succeed in this role, you will have:
  • Bachelors Degree in Human Resources or equivalent
  • Proven abilities in building effective virtual relationship with team and stakeholders
  • Prior leadership experience in motivating and driving a high-performance culture within a team
  • Effective partnering experience with leaders in a global organisation
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, deliver and implement change in a complex, networked/matrix global organisation across multiple countries and cultures
  • Effective stakeholder management across a range of countries and cultures
  • A proven track record delivering results a can do attitude, willingness to get your hands dirty, organised and a bias for action
  • Ability to pragmatically resolve complex issues across several countries
  • Flexibility to work across time zones and hold a high level of integrity, confidentiality and credibility
  • Relevant experience and technical expertise in Human Resources

It will also be beneficial if you have:
  • Experience in commodities sector
  • Experience in PowerBI / Data Analytics
Where you will be working
Commercial HR Operations is a functional team reporting into People Services and working in partnership with the HR Business Partners supporting the strategic direction of the business. Together we are a passionate, improvement focused team who is highly motivated by making a difference to Rio Tinto.

The Commercial group is focused on maximising the value of our products; growing value in the marketplace through partnership with the company's customers, suppliers, product groups and Group functions. Headquartered in Singapore, and integrated with Rio Tinto's assets, hubs, and offices globally, Commercial's purpose is to provide the commercial insights to drive value along the mine-to-market value chain. Commercial incorporates and utilises the knowledge and capabilities of the global Sales & Marketing, Procurement, and Marine & Logistics organisations, supported by the Market Analysis, Commercial Treasury and other functions, to ensure our approach to business is driven by a commercially-astute and innovative mind-set.


About us
As pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.

Our long history is filled with firsts. We've developed some of the world's largest and best quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You will find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals and throughout your home.


Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

Application Deadline: 06 Feb 2021

Please note, in order to be considered for a role you must complete all pre-screening questions.

"Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings prior to the stated closing date, therefore, if you are interested in applying for this vacancy please submit your application as soon as possible."