Job Description
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Description At Bath & Body Works, everyone belongs. We are committed to creating a culture of belonging focused on delivering exceptional fragrances and experiences to our customers. We focus on recruiting, retaining, and advancing top talent. In addition, we work to improve our communities and our planet to help the world live more fully.
As a Senior HR Investigator you will conduct prompt, detailed, and fair investigations across multiple business segments for Bath and Body Works with a focus on allegations of misconduct, including harassment, retaliation, and discrimination. At times, the investigator will conduct investigations specifically in partnership with in-house counsel, external counsel, ethics and compliance, or other business functions.
Responsibilities Business & HR Strategy Implementation & Influence:
- Support development and execution of a human resources strategy that corresponds with the company’s goals to strengthen and sustain the company.
People Services Delivery - Uphold Bath and Body Works values and standards of conduct by conducting and resolving highly complex investigations and advanced HR matters across multiple business segments with a focus on allegations of misconduct, including harassment, retaliation, and discrimination. This includes creating and completing investigation strategy with a focus on process integrity and a high degree of situational awareness.
- Identify and assess trends and risk within organization to drive initiatives, policy improvements and overall culture.
- Exercise strong decision making and risk assessment independently in scenarios that are complex, highly- sensitive, and require confidentiality
- Collaborate with Legal, Global Ethics & Compliance, Associate Connect partners, HR Business Partners and people leaders on associate relations, performance management and trends impacting area of support.
- Ensure policies, procedure and practices are adhered to in compliance with federal, state, and/or municipal laws
- Ensure consistent and effective communication on highly complex matters including: written and verbal reports summarizing key findings and identifying trends, effective interviewing, and cross-functional partnerships.
- Participate in the standardization of investigation protocols, templates, and documentation practices.
Culture, Change & Engagement - Deliver Best-in-Class HR experience to associates using effective communication through high volume interactions face-to-face, by phone and through written channels.
- Aid in HR and change initiatives in a vibrant retail environment.
Qualifications - 5+ years of progressive experience in workplace investigations, conflict resolution, and/or compliance enforcement.
- Working knowledge of multi-state employment-related laws, regulations, and procedures (e.g., DOL practices, EEOC processes, Title VII protections, FMLA/CFRA, ADA accommodations, NLRA, etc.), as well as experience with case management systems (e.g., Ethics Point, Navex, Service Now)
- Proven track record to evaluate and manage highly sensitive and confidential situations
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen well, demonstrate sensitivity to all parties, and easily develop trust, rapport, and partnership with colleagues, key partners, and leaders, as well as excellent analytical skills and the ability to assess complex situations
- Commitment to the highest degree of ethical conduct
- Strong focus on delivering exceptional client service, ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, manage projects, manage multiple caseloads effectively, and excel in communication.
- Proficiency with MS Office, including Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Ability to travel 20 - 30%, where investigations require a physical presence
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Law, Journalism, Psychology, Public Policy or related field or equivalent experience
- HR Professional certification (e.g., SPHR/PHR, SHRM-CP/SCP, or related/similar certifications). Formal investigations training or certification is preferred.
- Association of Workplace Investigators Certificate Holder (AWI-CH)
Core Competencies
- Lead with Curiosity & Humility
- Build High Performing Teams for Today & Tomorrow
- Influence & Inspire with Vision & Purpose
- Observe, Engage & Connect
- Strive to Achieve Operational Excellence
- Deliver Business Results
Benefits Bath & Body Works associates are the heart of our business. That’s why we're proud to offer benefits that empower you to Dream Bigger & Live Brighter. Benefits for eligible associates include:
- Robust medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage. Plus, access to our onsite wellness center and pharmacy located at the Columbus, OH home office.
- 401k with company match and Associate Stock Purchase with discount
- No-cost mental health and wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Opportunity for paid time off and paid parental leave. Plus, access to family and lifestyle programs including a family building benefit, childcare discounts, and home, auto and pet insurance.
- Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for post-secondary education programs
- 40% merchandise discount and gratis that encourages you to come back to your senses!
Visit bbwbenefits.com for more details.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: Los Angeles Fair Chance In Hiring Ordinance ( , Philadelphia Fair Chance Law ( , San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance ( .
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not make employment decisions based on an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status, and we comply with all laws concerning nondiscriminatory employment practices. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for associates and job applicants with disabilities. Our management team is dedicated to ensuring fulfillment of this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, associate activities and general treatment during employment. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States. Application window will close when all role(s) are filled.
Job Tags
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