Human Resources Business Partner

Job Description POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented HR Business Partner to join the Human Resources team supporting our ER&D Americas region. This is an entry-level HRBP role that serves as a key point of contact for Americas-based engineering managers and employees across our Business Units, including Power Management, Thermal Management, Infrastructure Solutions, IT Systems, and Services.In this role, you will partner directly with people managers to provide day-to-day HR support, employee relations guidance, and coaching while ensuring consistency in HR processes and programs. The position executes core HR processes with accuracy and timeliness while also contributing to strategic workforce initiatives as ER&D continues to scale. The ideal candidate is a proactive communicator, organized problem-solver, and trusted advisor who can balance employee advocacy with business objectives in a fast-paced, high-growth engineering environment. Responsibilities Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations matters across respected client groups, triaging and resolving issues with appropriate escalation. Provide day-to-day coaching and guidance to engineering managers on people management topics including conflict resolution, performance concerns, team dynamics, and policy interpretation. Support investigations and documentation of ER cases in partnership with senior HRBPs and HR leadership. Partner with hiring managers and talent acquisition to develop and refine job descriptions that accurately reflect role requirements, leveling, and competencies. Coordinate new hire offer alignment, ensuring internal equity and consistency with compensation guidelines and leveling frameworks. Coordinate the annual and mid-year performance management cycle. Assist managers with Performance Improvement Plan (PIP) development, documentation, and follow-up cadence. Track and report on performance management completion and outcomes. Support the annual merit planning process by preparing data, coordinating manager submissions, and ensuring alignment with budget and guidelines. Assist with benchmarking analysis and recommendations for promotions, transfers, and market adjustments. Partner with managers and talent management to identify development needs and coordinate individual or team-level learning solutions. Contribute to employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, and communication efforts that reinforce Vertiv's culture and values. Assist with organizational changes including restructures, role changes, and workforce planning inputs. Ensure compliance with regional employment laws, company policies, and HR processes. Participate in HR projects and cross-functional initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Job Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration or related field; Master's degree preferred 1-3 years of experience in Human Resources, preferably in a generalist or HRBP support capacity Foundational knowledge of employee relations, employment law, and core HR processes Must be proficient in MS word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook Preferred Qualifications: Required work in an office environment, including extensive computer and telephone use. Must be able to clearly communicate with employees, both verbally and in writing to present a professional image of the company. Must be willing to work flexible hours and occasional local travel. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-growth environment About Us The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principles & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities. OUR CORE PRINCIPLES: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Inclusion. OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES High-Performance Culture Customer Focus Operational Excellence Innovation Financial Strength VERTIV BEHAVIORS Own it Act with urgency Foster a customer-first mindset Think big and execute Lead by example Drive continuous improvement Learn and seek out development Promote transparent & open communication About Vertiv Vertiv (NYSE: VRT) brings together hardware, software, analytics and ongoing services to enable its customers' vital applications to run continuously, perform optimally and grow with their business needs. Vertiv solves the most important challenges facing today's data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial facilities with a portfolio of power, cooling and IT infrastructure solutions and services that extend from the cloud to the edge of the network. Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv employs around 34,000 people and does business in more than 130 countries. Visit Vertiv.com to learn more. Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. 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