HR Employee Partner

About the Department Our HR Shared Services team focuses on value creation through enhanced customer service delivery, improved customer satisfaction, and creating capacity within the Centers of Excellence (CoEs) of HR for increased strategic and business focus. We provide internal support for multiple HR functions/HR employees (Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Benefits, etc.). The HR Shared Services Employee Partners provide Tier 2 support to Franklin Templeton’s employees and leaders in the Americas. Responsibilities Provide guidance and potential solutions to employees and leaders on policies, procedures, benefits, compensation, HR tools, resources, processes, and other escalated inquiries. Provide solution support on self‑service processes such as Workday and MyFT resources. Provide rollout and implementation support to HR Centers of Excellence (HR COEs) on projects and initiatives. Proactively look for continuous process improvement opportunities and assist in defining process flows. Remain up to date on employment regulations and best practices in the local market. Provide broad assistance to HR Business Partners to keep HR initiatives aligned with line‑of‑business goals. Partner effectively with HR Shared Services, Payroll, and other departments to resolve escalated inquiries. Partner with and elevate complex issues to Global Policy and Risk. Provide employee and leader consultation and coaching on routine employee‑relations matters. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required. 5+ years of related experience in an HR role with generalist responsibilities including employee relations. Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification or SHRM‑CP preferred. Proficient with Workday, Microsoft Office products, and ServiceNow or other ticketing systems. Ability to maintain data integrity and security. Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to exercise judgment and maintain confidentiality.Ability to build credible relationships and strong analytical capability. Work Schedule & Location This role follows a hybrid work model based in Rancho Cordova, CA: two days in the office and three days remote. Working hours are 8:30am – 5:00pm PT. Benefits Salary range: $80,000 – $90,000, plus discretionary bonus. Additional benefits include: 401(k) plan with company match. Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Employee Stock Investment Program. Tuition Assistance and learning resources. Paid time off including vacation, holidays, sick leave, parental and caregiving leave, bereavement, volunteering, and floating holidays. Well‑being program. On‑site fitness center and cafeteria at selected locations. Equal Opportunity Employer Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, evaluating qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Franklin Templeton Investments