About this role
Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.
About the role
Our South Korea HR team, composed of 1 people, is integrated within the Asia HR department, focusing on local HR delivery and site administration in collaboration with TA, GBS, plant leadership, unions and employee representatives.
As Site HR Partner, you will work on local HR program deployment, employee lifecycle HR support, union & labor relations, as well as site administrative operations to support the Gunsan site business. You will get the opportunity to contribute to local HR policy setup & compliance and have a positive impact on employee experience and stable plant operation. You will be accountable for:
- ● Implement and roll out global and country-level HR programs, processes, tools and systems locally (including Rewards, performance management, annual compensation review, etc.); develop site HR policies and programs with regular reviews to ensure alignment with group guidelines, market practice and local labor legislation, and plan employee communications for HR initiatives to boost transparency.
- Partner with local TA and GBS teams to design and manage cross-site HR policies, processes and programs.
- Serve as the key HR business partner to support managers throughout the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding, delivering professional HR consultation and tailored solutions for business requirements.
- Lead local social dialogue, act as the primary point of contact for unions, manage individual and mass employment contract terminations during organizational changes, and sustain positive working relationships with employee representatives and unions; represent the company for external HR-related matters.
- Oversee daily site and office administration, covering EHS, facility management, ISO coordination, maintenance services and other plant administrative activities.
We offer a permanent contract based on onsite working mode, with required travel to Seoul and Gunsan areas.
About you
Relevant education degree or equivalent. Relevant 5–10+ years of working experience within multinational / industrial companies, with solid Korea labor & union management experience; generalist HR background preferred.
Competencies:
- Solid knowledge of Korean labor law and union management practices
- End-to-end general HR expertise (performance, reward, employee relations, policy design)
- Strong cross-functional communication and stakeholder management skills
Behaviors:
- Proactively drive HR program rollout and employee communications
- Effectively manage labor / union related matters and mitigate industrial relations risks
- Deliver reliable site administration services while balancing compliance, efficiency and cost-effectiveness
About the pay
Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. The base pay expected for this role is ₩ 75,074,080 - ₩ 97,007,310 per year in Gunsan, South Korea
Your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.
Benefits:
- Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.
- Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.
Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.
About us
Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes.
We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.
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