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JOB DESCRIPTION
At Equity Residential, we are creating communities where people thrive. Our new HR organizational structure and vision toReimaginehow people work and liveis guiding our way forward by creating space for forward-thinking and innovation; leveraging technology with attention to self-service and process improvement; and most importantly, creating an experience in which all employees can thrive.
The Vice President of Human Resources (HR) Operations plays a critical role in helping the company deliver an exceptional employee experience and enabling the work of HR. They will lead the strategic vision and execution of HR operations, which leverages technology and enables simplification and standardization of all people processes. This role ensures effective management and execution of all aspects of total rewards including base pay, incentive compensation and equity; benefits and retirement planning; data management and centralized business processing. The role will also regularly partner with Finance and Legal to oversee the administration of executive compensation – Section 16 officer equity elections and awards, as well as prepare critical materials for the Board.
Reporting directly to the Chief Human Resources Officer, the VP HR Operations fosters high levels of collaboration and coordination between HR operations and the HR Business Partners, HR Transformation and Communications functions to ensure effective service delivery and agility to deliver business priorities.The VP HR Operations will directly manage a team of 3-5 director-level leaders to deliver on its strategic deliverables and will be responsible for leading, mentoring, and supporting this team to ensure a highly motivated team and daily HR operations are well executed and effective.
If you are a strategic HR leader with a bachelor’s degree and 10+ years of progressive leadership experience as an HR business partner and/or COE leader, we are looking for you! Knowledge of HR functions (executive compensation, base pay and incentive compensation, benefits, HRIS, etc), and state and federal laws and regulations that influence is critical. Experience preparing and presenting information to the Board, Certifications in SHRM, CEBS, CCP is a plus.
A competitive total rewards package including equity compensation, cash bonus incentive, comprehensive benefits package with paternity and adoption benefits, hybrid work flexibility and more is available.Please clickto learn more aboutEquity Residential’s Covid-19 Vaccination Requirements (Haga clicpara obtener masinformacion sobre los requisitos de vacunacion Covid-19 de Equity Residential).
Come join us. Grow with us. And, thrive with us!
ABOUT US
Working for Equity Residential (EQR), a leading multi-family real estate investment trust (REIT), means living our purpose: creating communities where people thrive. It means striving to provide the best in apartment living, speaking boldly about new ideas for innovation, and inspiring creativity in the ways we work together.
Our portfolio of high-quality properties in urban growth markets – New York City, Boston, Washington DC, Seattle, San Francisco, Southern California, and Denver – provides homes where people most want to live, work and play. We’ve got the best people in the business, as evidenced by our employee engagement scores and customer loyalty ratings. That’s why our employees say they are proud to work at Equity, a company that gives our residents a place where they can Live Remarkably, and offers a culture where our employees have the opportunity to thrive.
Equity Rewards
When you join Equity Residential, you won’t be treated as simply another employee – you will be considered a partner in our shared success. As such, we are committed to investing in your personal success through a benefits program that supports your Total Wellbeing.
We recognize that everyone has different needs outside of work. That’s why, in addition to a competitive benefits package (medical, dental, vision and paid time off), we offer many unique benefits options to employees, like a comprehensive wellness program, pet insurance, new parent benefits, and paid time off for community service projects. In addition to your next job, you can also find your next home with us! Rent discounts on Equity Residential apartment homes are available to our benefits-eligible employees. The amount of the discount offered is determined based on the market, ranging upwards from 20%. Learn more about our Total Wellbeing program
Equity Values
At Equity Residential, like our residents, our employees come from everywhere. A richly diverse work environment captures top talent, cultivates the best ideas, and creates the widest possible platform for success. By focusing on inclusion, these differences are harnessed to create value – in ideas, business practices, relationships, and employee engagement. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to maintaining a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment where our employees can thrive.
All aspects of the employment process are merit-based. Every Equity employee is expected to maintain a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. Equity Residential does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, sexual/gender identity/expression, age, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship status, military (including uniformed service member or protected veteran) status, marital status, genetic characteristic or information, ancestry or any other characteristic protected by law. Equity Residential also prohibits retaliation against individuals who report harassment or discrimination, or participate in investigations into such conduct.
ABOUT THE TEAM
We are the “people” department. Human Resources recruits, hires, engages and develops a highly qualified and valued workforce. It is through this commitment to excellence in our workforce, to our employee brand, and to Total Wellbeing that we maintain Equity’s competitive edge in a fast-changing work environment.
