HR Manager

Company:

MMC Corporate

Description:

Marsh McLennan's shared purpose-to make a difference in the moments that matter-materializes through our people and culture. In HR, we put our people and culture at the heart of every decision to create opportunity and growth. We're trusted advisors and specialists, and together, we ensure our colleagues experience a vibrant and inclusive culture, inspiring leadership, the ability to grow and learn, and a value proposition that is compelling and guided by trust.

The HR Manager is a critical role within the People Function to drive this purpose forward. The HR Manager role will support one or more of our business units.

What can you expect?

• HR Managers coach, support and advise People Managers aiming to develop and enhance the quality of people management throughout the colleague lifecycle. The role of the HR Manager therefore has a direct and positive impact on the quality of the colleague experience across Marsh McLennan.

• Under the guidance of the Lead HR Manager, the HR Manager is aligned to a specific group of People Managers who are likely to come from businesses and functions across Marsh McLennan. Our aim is to provide consistent high-quality support for People Managers regardless of the business or function.

• HR Managers will work with other HR Managers to exercise flexibility in resource to accommodate flexibility in demand.

• HR Managers will also be key to the deployment and adoption of new processes or initiatives which are aimed at People Managers. HR Managers will need to understand and reflect the local market perspective whilst respecting the value of enterprise-wide alignment where appropriate.

• The HR Manager will also provide valuable insights to the Centers of Expertise which will inform the development and prioritization of initiatives, programs and project designed for colleagues and/or People Managers. They will provide guidance on local issues, including legislative and regulatory regulations which relate to employment.

What is in it for you?

• Opportunity to advise and consult on people matters in a business where the People function is considered an essential partner.

• Partnering with other HR Managers and collaborating across Operating Companies (visibility across all Operating Companies).

• Mentoring and partnering other HR Managers who are key to our team's success.

• A company with a strong brand and strong results to match.

• Culture of internal mobility, collaboration, and valued partnership with HR from the business.

We will count on you to:

• Be a part of the People Function which is responsible for the deployment of enterprise-wide HR programs and initiatives.

• Get immersed in regional and local operations to remain attuned to regional and country nuances across the businesses.

• Provide guidance and support to People Managers across the full range of activities in the HR portfolio, including:

• Colleague performance management, skills and competence development and learning. This may include supporting implementation of colleague training or mentoring programs and monitor compliance where required.

• Communications, change management and organizational effectiveness.

• Compensation, benefits, and total rewards including during the year end process when HR Managers will coach People Managers on discussions about performance and reward discussions.

• Wellbeing, including managing the local delivery of wellness related programs.

• Leave, absence and related topics including coordinating with workforce administration team for return-to-work accommodations and logistics.

• Inclusion and diversity awareness and considerations.

• Employee relations matters including investigations, performance improvement processes, disciplinary actions, grievances, appeals etc. Where matters are more complex, the HR Manager will engage with the Employee Relations COE for advice and support.

• Career development including succession planning and mobility internally.

• Support and from time to time take responsibility for coordinating, the rollout and delivery of HR programs in-region and contribute to process improvements.

• During organizational restructuring activities, coordinate necessary activity to support People Managers and affected colleagues including planning and execution of consultations with colleagues about changes affecting roles or terms of employment.

• Ensure that regulatory and statutory obligations are discharged locally including statutory and/or regulatory reporting requirements.

• Coordinate with the Global Mobility COE to oversee delivery of all mobility activity and liaise with colleague and mobility vendor to ensure a successful relocation.

• Consult with People Partners and COEs to determine best practices, continuously improving delivery methods, and especially considering regional or country-specific nuances to guide the delivery of local implementation.

• Support peers and less experienced HR Managers as required to ensure that the team delivers a consistent and high-quality service across all locations for which it is responsible.

• In partnership with our Talent Acquisition team, may use insights into the business units to provide input to candidate and role profiles or participating in interviews if requested for certain roles. The HR Manager will also support People Managers with onboarding new hires ensuring that an appropriate plan for onboarding has been developed by the People Manager.

What you need to have:

• 4+ years' relevant experience in HR alongside a requirement for suitable qualifications.

What makes you stand out:

• Able to operate without supervision in most situations and able to judge when guidance is required for more complex situations and seek support from appropriate colleagues/experts.

• Experienced in supporting managers with employee relations case management including investigations.

• Demonstrated ability to coach People Managers at most levels in the business effectively through all aspects of the employee life cycle including in more complex situations.

• Able to identify opportunities to make improvements to the service provided by the People Function and demonstrates a willingness and aptitude to lead work to define and implement changes that will deliver a better service to People Managers.

• Experience of successfully supporting project/initiative implementation across a population of managers recognizing the broader business objectives and perspectives across multiple business lines / geographies.

• Thorough understanding of local laws, regulation and company policies and HR processes.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to connect with colleagues in business and in wider HR including COEs and People Partners.

• While all MMC Core Competencies are important for this role, those that will be particularly critical to success include:

• Client service: Responding effectively to internal client needs.

• Collaboration: Valuing and working well with diverse others

• Communication and influence: Communicate and engage others skillfully.

• Learning orientation: Learn and grow self.

• Innovation: Innovate new and better ways of doing things

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. The Company's more than 85,000 colleagues advise clients in over 130 countries. With annual revenue of $23 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses. Marsh provides data-driven risk advisory services and insurance solutions to commercial and consumer clients. Guy Carpenter develops advanced risk, reinsurance and capital strategies that help clients grow profitably and pursue emerging opportunities. Mercer delivers advice and technology-driven solutions that help organizations redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock health and well being for a changing workforce. Oliver Wyman serves as a critical strategic, economic and brand advisor to private sector and governmental clients. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting TANA@mmc.com

Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections, and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one "anchor day" per week on which their full team will be together in person.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $65,800 to $131,800.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.