Overview
Regional HR Business Partner Jobs in Irvine, CA at GLOVIS America, Inc.
About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.
GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers’ needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.
Summary
The Regional HR Business Partner will serve as a strategic and operational HR advisor to 10 subsidiaries located across Canada, the United States, Mexico, and Brazil. This role provides immediate front-line support for urgent HR issues and leads the on-site execution of HR projects, investigations, compliance initiatives, and legal research. The role was established to address the increasing demand for hands-on support across multiple countries and time zones. The RHBP will ensure subsidiaries operate with high standards of compliance, consistency, and agility by auditing HR processes, providing policy guidance, and serving as the primary responder to high-impact or sensitive HR matters.
Responsibilities
Primary
Serve as the primary regional contact for urgent HR issues requiring immediate advisory or operational support
Travel to subsidiary sites to provide hands-on support for investigations, employee relations issues, or crisis resolution
Advise local HR teams on labor law interpretation, compliance risks, and internal policy alignment across all countries in scope
Coordinate and implement emergency response protocols for HR-related incidents (e.g., misconduct, discrimination, policy violations)
Lead or assist in investigations involving harassment, retaliation, or serious policy infractions, including report preparation
Act as lead auditor for subsidiary HR processes, procedures, and documentation to ensure ongoing compliance and consistency
Partner with local HR managers to identify process inefficiencies and lead the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor regional HR KPIs and metrics to identify risk trends and propose proactive mitigation strategies
Provide rapid-response support for executive requests or ad-hoc analyses that require a regional HR lens
Assist with policy roll-outs, training, and HRIS alignment across subsidiaries, ensuring localized compliance and centralized governance
Ensure subsidiaries remain aligned with company-wide HR standards while tailoring practices to local labor requirements
Maintain documentation and audit trails of site visits, projects, and investigations for governance and accountability
Develop and deliver training or coaching to subsidiary HR teams on core compliance practices and emerging issues
Support integration of new business entities or acquired subsidiaries into the company’s HR framework
Facilitate cross-border HR collaboration and sharing of best practices across the Americas region
Secondary
Provide leadership support to regional HR and project teams on large-scale initiatives and system roll-outs
Represent the Sr. Manager of HR Strategy & Planning in high-level meetings and steering committees as needed
Assist in compiling regional HR reports and executive summaries for AHQ or global leadership
Support the development and refinement of regional HR policies and templates to ensure consistent implementation
Partner with Compensation, Legal, and Talent Development teams to align field HR practices with enterprise-wide goals
Compensation Range
$101,000-$113,000 per year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)
Benefits of Working at Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leave
Pet Insurance
Hospital and Critical Illness Insurance
Wellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*
401(k) with Generous Matching
Referral Bonuses*
Auto Allowance*
Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*
Discretionary Bonuses*
Tuition Reimbursement*
Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy
Skills
HR Auditing and Compliance: Demonstrated ability to audit HR processes, identify risks, and recommend corrective actions to improve internal controls and ensure procedural consistency required
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication: Clear, professional communication skills for preparing reports, delivering briefings, and facilitating executive discussions required
Presentation and Facilitation Skills: Comfortable facilitating workshops, leading HR training sessions, and presenting findings or recommendations to senior leaders required
Analytical Thinking and Risk Assessment: Ability to assess operational, legal, and reputational risk related to HR activities and recommend preventive or corrective measures required
Preferred: Bilingual Fluency in Korean and English: Ability to speak, read, and write in both Korean and English clearly and concisel
Education & Experience
HS Diploma/GED Required
Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
7 – 10 Years of Direct Experience in Human Resources Required
Experience in Consulting Preferred
8 – 13 Years of Direct Experience Preferred
4 – 7 Years of Supervisory Experience Required
7 – 10+ Years of Supervisory Experience Preferred
PHR/SHRM-CP Preferred
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periods
Repetitive use of hand/grasping product, writing, and typing
Lift up to 20lbs
Carry up to 20lbs
Stand/walk
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
Working and Environmental Conditions
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure
This position is located in the Irvine, CA office
Communication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.Show more
Title: Regional HR Business Partner
Company: GLOVIS America, Inc.
Location: Irvine, CA
