Talent Business Partner

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Talent Business Partner supporting our Vallourec North American operations, you will play a pivotal role in driving strategic people initiatives across Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, and Talent Management. You will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, aligning and implementing talent strategies with organizational goals while ensuring a best-in-class employee experience. Reporting to the Director, Talent Management - North America, the Talent Business partner will work cross-functionally to support global, regional, and local talent strategies. This role requires strong, strategic, and analytical thinking, and communication skills. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives in a dynamic environment and demonstrates Vallourec's Core Values: integrity and transparency, respect for people, joint commitment, and a high standard of professionalism, performance, and responsiveness.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Human Resources (10%)

• Partner with HR managers on performance management, coaching, development, and employee engagement strategies.
• Collaborate with HR teams on campus events and campaigns to support employee engagement
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.

Talent Acquisition (20%)

• Partner with TA teams on internship programs
• Develop and lead campus relations and community outreach initiatives, ensuring alignment and consistency across North America

Talent Management (70%)

• Support the design and execution of talent development programs, including talent review and succession planning, performance management, mentorship programs, and others.
• Support performance review cycles and leadership development initiatives.
• Analyze talent metrics to identify trends and recommend improvements to programs and processes, fostering a continuous improvement mindset.

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Strong knowledge of Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to build relationships and influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Data-driven mindset with experience using HCM/HRIS. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to influence
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with project management tools and Power BI is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in HR, with exposure to both talent acquisition and talent management.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Strategic thinking and ability to align talent initiatives with business objectives.
• Strong ability to work transversally across different teams and departments.
• High attention to detail and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and effectively.
• Resilience and adaptability in managing change and uncertainty.