Reference #: 773142Senior Human Resources Business Partner, Corporate Functions Job Description

　　At Air Products, our purpose is to bring people together to reimagine what's possible, collaborate and innovate solutions to the world's most significant energy and environmental sustainability challenges. Grow with us as we embark on building tomorrow together by being the safest, most diverse, and most profitable industrial gas company in the world.

　　Reimagine What's Possible

　　We are seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, Corporate Functions within our HR Corporate Functions team located at Corporate Headquarter in Allentown, PA. This position requires 10% domestic / global travel.

　　As a member of the Corporate Functions HR, the incumbent is responsible for providing both strategic and operational HR support and leadership to senior leaders and employees in the following global corporate functions and business areas: Finance; Investor Relations; Government Relations; Community Relations; Digital Technology; Legal; Corporate Communications..

　　Nature & Scope

　　The incumbent is the trusted HR partner and executive coach to leadership team members of the Company's Finance, Investor Relations. Government Relations, Community Relations, Digital Technology, Law, Corporate Communications, Global Asset Protection, M&A, and Aviation functions; Global Helium business; Large Project & Business Development teams.

　　Collaborates and partners with regional HR Business Partners in support of the global corporate functions within the regions (Americas, Asia, Europe/Africa, Middle East & India). Drives for global alignment in these organizations where it makes sense, allowing for regional variations within the global standards where appropriate. Advances employee engagement and company culture in these locations, as well as transformational efforts as required.

　　Required Skills / Abilities:

　　Strategic Business Partner:  Provides strategy and direction on a broad range of strategic HR services to the respective Corporate Function leaders and acts as change agent to promote transformation and Strategic Workforce Planning. Develops and maintains strategic HR partnerships with all levels of management while providing proactive coaching, feedback, guidance, and support on all people related issues and challenges. Participates as an integral member of the leadership team(s) supported and provides credible insights to help inform strategic people decisions. Develops and drives comprehensive, cost-effective, globally-integrated HR solutions to meet business needs.  Specific areas of responsibility include the following:Develops strong, trusted partnerships with leaders to understand, guide, and advise on strategic business and people mattersEvaluates and executes priorities in a fast-changing environment using a well-organized and disciplined approachPartners with business leaders and HR colleagues to develop comprehensive strategic workforce plans designed to ensure global functions have the talent and organizational capabilities required to achieve both short-term and longer-term business objectivesLeads efforts to establish a robust talent management process designed to ensure a robust leadership pipeline exists for critical leadership roles across the global functionsPartners with leaders and centralized recruiting resources to support the talent acquisition processChampions diversity, inclusion, and belonging and drives our D&I goals and initiativesUnderstands and monitors workforce trends using data to develop action plans which increase overall employee engagement and retention. Drives culture change and models Air Products competencies and growth mindset while expecting the same from leaders supported.Resolves employee relations issues at senior levels of the organization when escalated from MyHR (Employee Relations team). Conducts sensitive investigations at leadership level when appropriate.Collab rates with the Total Rewards team to ensure competitive market pay and incentives and retention packages are effective in meeting business needs. Provide senior management with analytical information and insights (employee metrics, turnover reports, survey information, pay equity, and compensation information) to facilitate business decisions.Maintains knowledge of industry trends, benchmarks and applicable employment legislation and laws to ensure compliance. Understands policies and practices in the US and in other countries where there is critical mass of employees in organizations supported. Education and Licensing Requirements:Bachelor's degree in business, HR or related field is required, Master's degree preferred15+ years of progressive experience in all aspects of People Operations / Human ResourcesFunctions effectively across a global, fast-paced, highly matrixed organization with a high work ethicStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to influence at all levels of an organizationProject management skills, problem-solving and decision-making skills and experience leading organizational changeExperience with transformation and change management work is required and courage to take unpopular positions when needed is a plusEffective in managing conflict, dealing with controversy and mediating situation to a positive resultWe are the world's largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future.

　　At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit

　　We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance, retirement plans/401(k), and sick time. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.

　　We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.). You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.

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　　Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Air Products is also committed to Employment Equity (Canada).Individuals who may have an accommodation need related to applying for positions with Air Products in the U.S. and Canada, should contact Air Products at 1-800-966-2724, Option #1.