Sr. HR Business Partner, International Operations

Oceaneering is a global provider of engineered services and products, primarily to the offshore energy industry. We develop products and services for use throughout the lifecycle of an offshore oilfield, from drilling to decommissioning. We operate the world's premier fleet of work class ROVs. Additionally, we are a leader in offshore oilfield maintenance services, umbilicals, subsea hardware, and tooling. We also use applied technology expertise to serve the defense, entertainment, material handling, aerospace, science, and renewable energy industries.

OVERVIEW:
Set your course with Oceaneering, the global leader in cutting-edge technology across energy, defense, aerospace, manufacturing, and entertainment. Here, we don't just recognize your innovative contributions-we celebrate them. Connect your skills and determination with the forefront of applied technology and thrive on solving pressing challenges. You're not just starting a job; you're defining a unique career journey.

So, if you're prepared to advance your professional journey and create meaningful impacts, the future you've envisioned is ready and waiting with us.

We are seeking a strategic and globally minded HR Business Partner to support our international HR operations. This role reports to the Global HR Director.

This position will partner with global HR COEs and the HR team around the world to develop and implement our International HR operations standards, assessment tools, reporting and lead new country start-ups for Oceaneering.

To be successful in this role, this person must be a solution-oriented professional that facilitates global approaches and solutions to align the organization to ensure consistent HR processes and practices that respect local compliance and cultural nuances. They will leverage global workforce analytics to inform and improve our organization. They will often lead change initiatives, and, at a minimum, support various HR projects, often with a global scope.

LOCATION:

• Role provides the opportunity to provide to work in hybrid environment, working both virtually and in office when required.
• Role requires flexibility in working hours to accommodate meetings with co-workers in other time zones around the world.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 10%).
  

ESSENTIAL:

• Partner with Global HR COEs to develop, and maintain international HR operating standards, country HR assessment tool, and new country start-up process.
• Partner with country HR to develop annual country assessment schedule and resource plan.
• Lead training of the self-assessment tool.
• Conduct and report on country self-assessments.
• Identify and maintain HR best practices.
• Leads quality, and continuous improvement for the Global HR team.
• Identify and lead the re-engineering of processes, workflow efficiencies, and organizational design in partnership with key stakeholders.
• Ensure effective implementation of Corporate HR programs and processes within Global HR.
• Ensure country HR processes and programs are operating effectively, aligned with Corporate; and comply with applicable law and regulatory requirements, and Corporate policies.
• Partner with compliance, legal and internal audit to manage risk and ensure audit readiness globally.
• Support Global HR projects tied to enterprise priorities (e.g., ERP transformation, Catalyst initiatives).
• Coordinate annual country total rewards labor market reports.
• Prepares monthly reporting and budgets for Global HR.

NON-ESSENTIAL:

• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• This position will report to the Global HR Director.

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Management, or related field.
• 10 or more years of experience in multiple HR functions and/or a generalist roles.
• Thorough understanding and hands-on application of internal and external HR principles, concepts, practices, and standards or related experience that translates well to dealing with these matters.
• Experience managing or leading multi-functional teams across multiple locations domestically or internationally.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively partner with all levels of the organization and positively influence teams.
• Has relevant experience or demonstrated ability in turning business strategies into actions; including development of strategic goals, identifying tactical plans to implement a strategy, and managing plan execution.
• Experience developing and leading others in the development of change management plans; including risk management, stakeholder identification, and communications.
• Demonstrated experience in managing multiple projects with a high degree of autonomy.

DESIRED:

• Master's degree in business, Human Resources or related field is a plus.
• Previous international country HR experience is highly desirable.
• Previous new country entry HR experience is a plus.
• Previous experience as a transition team member in a merger, acquisition, or divestiture is desirable.
• Experience working in a global matrixed organization is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:

• Ability to adapt to and communicate in a multicultural environment.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong collaboration, facilitation, conflict management and influence skills.
• Strong project management, process development, and continuous improvement skills.
• Demonstrated resilience, persistence and ability to adapt to a quickly changing environment.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines with urgency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong user of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

PAY, BENEFITS, WORK SCHEDULE:

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. Employee benefits vary by role, however, may include Health and Wellness, Mental Health, Retirement Savings, Life and Disability, Paid Maternity and Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for all positions without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,national origin, veteran status,disability, genetic information, or other non-merit factors.

Regular full-time employees who apply will be considered along with external candidates. Employees with less than six months with their current position are not eligible to apply for job postings. Please discuss your interest in the position with your current manager/supervisor prior to submitting your completed application. It is highly recommended to apply through the PeopleSoft or Oceanet portals.

In addition, we make a priority of providing learning and development opportunities to enable employees to achieve their potential and take charge of their future. As well as developing employees in a specific role, we are committed to lifelong learning and ongoing education, including developing people skills and identifying future supervisors and managers. Every month, hundreds of employees are provided training, including HSE awareness, apprenticeships, entry and advanced level technical courses, management development seminars, and leadership and supervisory training.

We have a strong ethos of internal promotion. We can offer long-term employment and career advancement across countries and continents.

Working at Oceaneering means that if you have the ability, drive, and ambition to take charge of your future-you will be supported to do so, and the possibilities are endless.