HR Business Partner - R&D

Fortinet is seeking an experienced, customer-focused and results-driven HR Business Partner. Reporting to the VP of Talent Management, you will provide the full spectrum of HR business partnering, supporting R&D client groups. You will collaborate closely with the leadership and management team to develop, direct and implement HR strategies, initiatives and programs that align with the organizational goals and objectives. You will be a strategic and trusted advisor to the business at the same time managing and handling day-to-day matters as they arise.

Responsibilities:

• In this key role you will collaborate with our leaders to make certain they have the right resources, in the right place, at the right time i.e., you will proactively engage in workforce planning and skills assessment initiatives.
• You will assist sales leaders in translating their business plans into resource plans that will attract new talent, and develop, motivate and retain our employees.
• You will drive change management initiatives to increase HR effectiveness and efficiency with a focus on data analytics to identify organizational trends.
• You will provide day-to-day consulting to leadership in a variety of areas including employee relations, policy interpretation and application, employee engagement, resource management, talent management and development, and organizational design.
• You will lead employee relations matters for the client group by partnering with legal and others to drive successful outcome.
• You will leverage and integrate Annual Cycle Programs to reinforce company-wide HR strategy Workforce planning, Performance Management, Career Development, Compensation and Rewards, Talent Reviews and Talent Attraction.
• Advise on talent management, to include rewards, recognition, organizational readiness, and performance improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 6+ years of HR Generalist/ HRBP experience in roles of increasing complexity and scope.
• Experience supporting front line and senior leaders and teams in the tech industry strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of multiple Human Resources disciplines
• Takes the initiative with a "roll up your sleeves" attitude and a continuous improvement mindset.
• Proven ability to develop relationships and partnerships at all levels of the organization, exhibit strong leadership and influencing skills, and execute, implement, and lead change management initiatives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Innovative problem solver able to quickly assess a situation and provide multiple solutions.
• Comfortable working both tactically and strategically to get business needs met.
• Able to develop and articulate the value proposition of a new process or program to employees at senior and executive levels.
• Working knowledge of general employment laws, compensation, and benefits practices in a sales environment
• Must have strong analysis/problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Flexibility to operate well in a rapidly growing environment, as well as be an effective change agent.
• High proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel
• High proficiency in working with HRIS applications, Oracle HCM Cloud a plus.

Fortinet offers employees a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k), 11 paid holidays, vacation time, and sick time as well as a comprehensive leave program.

Wage ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, and job level. Earnings for this position are expected to be $123,900 - $150,000. Exact salary offers will be determined by factors such as the candidate's subject knowledge, skill level, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

All roles are eligible to participate in the Fortinet equity program, Bonus eligibility is reviewed at time of hire and annually at the Company’s discretion.