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Job Summary:

The Human Resources Business Partner acts as an internal management consultant for the Southern Company Gas organization. This position will support Operation Services/Engineering. The HR Business Partner will provide strategic HR consulting and services to these client groups in support of achieving business results. Areas that are specifically targeted include: leadership and team effectiveness, organizational effectiveness and design, workforce planning, leadership development, performance management, employee relations, recruitment, organizational planning, compliance with HR policies & procedures and compensation. The role will be involved in implementing and managing all Human Resources initiatives that impact the businesses. This position does require engagement with a unionized workforce.

This position is being posted as part of a job family. The position may be filled as an HR Business Consultant level 5 or level 6 – based on experience.

Functional Expertise:

+ Provide HR business support through counsel and guidance concerning all aspects of human resource issues to leaders and employees to include demonstrated technical knowledge of all major Human Resources disciplines such as performance management, leadership development, succession & development planning, compensation, employee relations, policies & practices, workforce planning & strategic staffing, project management, organizational effectiveness principles, metrics, and organizational change

+ Engage with union employees and interpret/communicate contract language.

+ Liaise with Labor Relations in handling issues and grievances

+ Ability to respect and maintain confidential and sensitive information

+ Outstanding facilitation, listening, & presentation skills

+ Analytical skills used to interpret data such as demographics, employee assessments, employee surveys, retention, and workforce trends

+ Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities and to manage multiple tasks

+ Ensure leaders have the awareness, information, and tools to establish and maintain effective working environments for their people

+ Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations concerning employment, company policies that affect employment and employee discipline

+ Promote the Company’s values and culture to improve decision-making and performance

+ Implement strategies in collaboration with business and HR leaders to improve the Company’s employment brands and overall workforce effectiveness

+ Provide input to the HR Centers of Excellence (COE) to ensure program offerings are properly aligned with business strategies and priorities and to minimize employee relations issues

+ Assists in planning organizational changes within client groups (e.g., reductions in force, reorganizations, etc.)

+ Provide recommendations regarding performance management, termination decisions and coaching while ensuring fairness

+ Track issues and identify trends. Review and analyze information to make sound employee relations recommendations to clients

+ Conduct investigations including complaints of harassment, code violations and EEO issues and make recommendations to minimize company exposure

+ Ensure client groups are aware of human resources initiatives and how these initiatives impact them

Business Acumen:

+ Continually evaluate the current employee engagement climate and the business plans to ensure alignment and readiness to perform

+ Consult at all levels with assigned business unit leaders concerning their organizational needs and business strategies

+ Develop a deep understanding of the business and employees that shapes the expectations and trajectory of future performance capabilities

+ Know the current, short term and long-term business status and direction as well as industry and general workforce trends

Engagement:

+ Collaborate with the COEs to include Legal, Training, Benefits, Compensation, and other shared service organizations to ensure effective compliance efforts, program offerings and employee support

+ Demonstrated ability to consult with all levels of executives/management

+ Ability to champion and influence change and a willingness to take risks

+ Strong leadership skills: influencing, developing, and coaching employees & leaders and motivating others

+ Collaborate extensively with assigned business unit leadership to ensure services are effectively aligned with the needs of the business as well as providing best-in-class contributions to business efforts

+ Influence leaders and employees regarding their decisions and behaviors impacting business performance

+ Disseminate and interpret HR policies and procedures; serve as HR subject matter expert for employment practices and procedures, as needed

+ Attend client staff meetings, front office meetings and other business meetings hosted by the client

+ Work closely with all HR functional groups to support and implement HR related initiatives

+ Facilitate training programs to client groups, as needed (e.g., New Hire Orientation, Performance Management, Open Enrollment, etc.)

Driving Results:

+ Manage the execution and delivery of people programs (e.g., performance management, talent review, succession planning, change management, partnership with Talent Development on deliverables, etc.) to maximize their impact as well as minimize disruption to the business

+ Review business units’ performance management results, compile data and facilitate calibration meetings

+ Gather data and deliver insightful analysis and recommendations to business concerning current people capabilities, climate and performance as well as concerning future needs

+ Ensure successful implementation and delivery of Human Resources products and services to client groups

+ Ensure the Human Resources organization’s strategic and tactical initiatives are effectively executed

+ Consult with management of client organizations on HR business planning and organizational effectiveness issues

+ Maintain a work environment that emphasizes professional excellence, teamwork, customer satisfaction, and personal growth

+ Provide a high level of customer service that is cost effective, and value added

+ Develop programs and lead projects to support business objectives

+ Partner with Southern Company Services leaders and internal committees to provide strategic support for all HR initiatives

Education, Certifications/Licenses:

Preferred:

+ BA/BS in Business, Human Resources, or related fieldPreferred:

+ Advanced degree in business with focus in HR, employment law or a related field, HR certification (e.g., PHR or SHRM – CP)

Related Work Experience:

Preferred:

+ 3 years HR Generalist experience including experience in the following areas: Organizational Development, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Compensation, and Benefits

+ 1 -2 years Labor Relations experienceApplicant may possess a combination of equivalent education and work experience.

Specific Skills & Knowledge:

Required:

+ Demonstrated ability to anticipate value added business need of clients

+ Solid working knowledge of employment and labor law

+ Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate, and problem-solve effectively

+ Ability to speak, present, and facilitate in group settings – both in person and virtually

+ Relationship and influence skills

+ Strong critical thinking skills

+ Ability to multitask and manage functionally diverse client relationships

+ Strong analytical and consultative abilities

+ Ability to effectively communicate (both written and verbal) at all levels of an organization

+ Ability to effectively discuss and resolve conflicts

+ Proficiently in MS office suite – Outlook, Excel, Power Point, Word

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

+ Office environment, 25% travel. Some overnight travel is required.

About Southern Company Gas

Southern Company Gas is a wholly owned subsidiary of Atlanta-based Southern Company (NYSE:SO), America’s premier energy company. Southern Company Gas serves approximately 4.2 million natural gas utility customers through its regulated distribution companies in four states and approximately 600,000 retail customers through its companies that market natural gas. Other nonutility businesses include investments in interstate pipelines and ownership and operation of natural gas storage facilities. For more information, visit southerncompanygas.com .

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 12585

Job Category: Human Resources

Job Schedule: Full time

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