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HR People Partner - Fixed Term (maternity cover)

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

HR People Partner (maternity cover):

Job Summary

As an HR People Partner, you will be at the heart of our people experience-empowering leaders, supporting employees, and bringing HR initiatives to life where they matter most: on the ground. In this role, you will be an advisor to People Leaders and employees on local HR topics, providing coaching and support on a regular basis and offering expert guidance on employee relations, compliance with local laws and policies, workforce planning, and change initiatives. Your work will directly shape a positive, inclusive, and safe workplace culture while enabling People Leaders to lead with confidence and clarity. With a strong focus on proactive support and problem-solving, you'll ensure our people feel heard, supported, and set up for success every day.

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Key responsibilities

People Leader Empowerment

  • Enable People Leaders to solve problems by leveraging central tools and HR standards.
  • Coach and support People Leaders for complex issues.
  • Partner with People Leaders to promote an inclusive culture.

Employee Experience Focus

  • Foster a positive culture by embedding GE Vernova values in local HR initiatives; focus on enhancing engagement and the overall employee experience.
  • Represent the employee voice by sharing employee insights and people data with HR Business Partners and People Leaders.

Local Support & Employee Relations

  • Proactively manage employee relations issues and address everyday grievance matters to minimize the escalation of issues
  • Ensure compliance and enforcement of local regulations/laws/policies, while providing people leaders with the appropriate level of support needed for effective decision-making

HR Strategy & HR Process Activation

  • Support local HR projects and change initiatives with on-the-ground expertise.
  • Execute and support People Leaders and employees with various HR initiatives across the talent lifecycle including culture and new HR process introductions.

Employee Engagement & Psychological Risks

  • Supporting People Leaders in implementing engagement strategies within their teams. Coaching People Leaders on creating an engaging work environment.
  • HR People Partners will identify and mitigate psychosocial risks within their client groups and collaborate with stakeholders to develop and implement programs to address those risks.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferably in HR, Labor Law or related fields.
  • Fluent Hungarian and English knowledge.
  • Significant work experience in Human Resources function with responsibilities such as employee relations, labor law, recruiting, compensation, employee development.
  • Strong problem-solving skills; ability to make independent decisions, manage conflicting priorities in a fast paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with excellent organizational & documentation skills
  • Applies solid judgment ensuring integrity, compliance, & confidentiality

Desired Characteristics:

  • Extensive understanding and knowledge of local labor laws and government requirements with demonstrated experience in application of HR policies.
  • Strong interest in innovative HR solutions and process improvement.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Client-provided location(s): Budapest, Hungary
Job ID: GE_power-1358498689
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-07-03T18:31:01

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Internship Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training

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