Senior HR Generalist

Location: Glendale, Wisconsin, United States of America
Job Category: Human Resources
Req ID: WD50773

What you will do

The Senior Human Resources Generalist serves as a strategic HR business partner, providing comprehensive support to leaders and employees across multiple functions and geographies. This role is responsible for driving talent initiatives, employee relations, organizational effectiveness, performance management, workforce planning, and HR compliance while aligning people strategies with business objectives. The Senior HR Generalist partners closely with leaders to enhance employee engagement, build organizational capability, and support business growth.

How you will do it

Strategic Business Partnership

  • Partner with business leaders to understand organizational goals and develop HR solutions that drive performance and business results.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to managers on leadership effectiveness, employee development, workforce planning, and organizational design.
  • Support change management initiatives, organizational transformations, and business growth strategies.
  • Utilize workforce analytics and talent insights to influence business decisions.

Employee Relations & Compliance

  • Manage complex employee relations matters, investigations, performance improvement plans, and disciplinary actions.
  • Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures.
  • Provide guidance regarding workplace accommodations, leave administration, and other employment-related matters.
  • Mitigate risk by proactively identifying and addressing employee concerns.

Talent Management

  • Lead talent review, succession planning, and workforce planning processes.
  • Support recruitment efforts for key positions and partner with leaders on selection strategies.
  • Facilitate performance management processes, goal setting, and employee development planning.
  • Identify skill gaps and recommend development solutions.

Organizational Effectiveness

  • Support organizational design initiatives and workforce optimization efforts.
  • Partner with leaders to improve team effectiveness and employee engagement.
  • Analyze employee engagement survey results and help develop actionable improvement plans.
  • Facilitate team workshops and leadership development activities.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Partner with Compensation and Benefits teams to support salary planning, promotions, and organizational changes.
  • Provide managers with guidance on compensation philosophy and pay decisions.
  • Ensure consistent application of compensation programs and policies.

HR Projects & Initiatives

  • Lead and participate in HR projects that support strategic business objectives.
  • Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and programs.
  • Participate in cross-functional initiatives to enhance organizational capability.

What we look for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field required.
  • 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience with increasing levels of responsibility.
  • Experience supporting senior leaders and complex business functions.
  • Demonstrated expertise in employee relations, talent management, and organizational development.
  • Experience supporting global or multi-location organizations preferred.

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What you get

  • Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire

  • Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts

  • Parental and caregiver leave programs

  • All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program

  • Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership

  • HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility

  • Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.

Who we are

Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses

We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

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