Responsibilities Strategic HR Partnership • Partners with senior leaders to translate business strategy into integrated people strategy, aligning talent, workforce planning, leadership development, and culture initiatives to drive business performance. • Maintains a strong grasp of the work, goals, challenges, and long-term direction of the designated client group(s). • Serves as an embedded and trusted partner in the business, has a valued seat at the leadership table, participates in key meetings, and helps shape talent strategy for their designated client group(s). • Coaches and advises senior leaders, acting as a sounding board to help leaders manage performance, give feedback, navigate conflict, and lead change. • Maintains deep knowledge of the talent across the business and helps leaders build strong teams through succession planning, talent reviews, development, performance management, and compensation planning. • Supports organizational decisions by providing direction and counsel on reorganizations, spans and layers, role clarity, and change management. • Serves as the primary point of elevation for complex or sensitive COE issues, partnering closely with Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Compensation, Benefits, and HR Services. • Collaborate closely with the Manager, Employee Relations to address complex employee relations and performance management cases, providing business context and supporting leaders in navigating sensitive employee matters. • Advocates for employees by surfacing themes from engagement surveys, turnover trends, and morale issues so talent needs are considered when making decisions. • Elevates the employee experience by ensuring fair and consistent practices and promoting a work environment that embodies Carnival’s Core Values. Team Effectiveness • Demonstrate leadership through proactive problem solving, sound judgment, and initiative, independently identifying and addressing organizational challenges while advancing strategic business and HR priorities. • Coach and develop HRBPs and Associate HRBPs by sharing expertise, providing thought partnership on complex employee and business issues, and supporting the consistent application of HR programs, practices, and policies. • Where applicable, lead and develop direct reports to maximize individual effectiveness, foster engagement, and inspire a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. Organizational Effectiveness • Support the effectiveness of the Human Resources function by identifying opportunities to improve processes, standardize operating procedures, and enhance service delivery. • Champion strategic HR projects and change initiatives, guiding team members through execution to drive continuous improvement and enhance the efficiency, consistency, and overall effectiveness of HR operations. Knowledge & Skills • Trusted Partner: Champions a professional, credible, and strategic HR function by modeling excellence, elevating team standards, and positioning HR as a trusted thought partner. • Strategic Business Acumen: Understands the importance and impact of connecting business strategy to talent strategy. • Talent Multiplier: Ability to shape and leverage talent strategies to elevate leaders, strengthen teams, and drive performance. • Strategic Thinker: Thinks beyond immediate issues to evaluate risk and anticipate future needs. • Leadership Presence: Credible and able to influence business leaders. • Relationship Builder: Establishes trust quickly, manages conflict well, and has strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally. • Talent Champion: Ability to foster collaboration, enhance team capabilities, and strengthen the overall impact of the HRBP function. • Strong Communicator: Clear, concise, and able to flex messaging and style to the audience. • Resiliency: Demonstrates steadiness, professionalism, and composure in high-pressure, ambiguous, or challenging situations. • Confident Humility: Demonstrates confidence in expertise while remaining open to feedback, new information, and alternate perspectives. • Growth Mindset: Demonstrates curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment on continuous grown and development. • Strong time management and organizational skills. • Ability to maintain reliable and consistent attendance. • Capacity to be punctual and meet deadlines. • Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and work as part of a team. • Demonstrated professionalism in all interactions and tasks. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related field required. • 8+ years of progressive Strategic Human Resources Business Partner experience. • Proficiency in Microsoft programs, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint. • Experience in Oracle, or similar software preferred.