Human Resources Advisor

As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit ratings agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst. 

Fitch Group is currently seeking a Human Resources Advisor based out of our New York office.  

As an HR Advisor, you will support the North and Latin America Fitch Ratings’ Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) team by using analytics to build reports and presentations that turn data into actionable insights and delivering accurate guidance to employees . You will track project status for HRBP initiatives and provide clear updates to HRBPs and business leaders across all aspects of the employment life cycle.

This role is ideal for someone early in their HR career with strong attention to detail and solid data skills who enjoys improving processes and driving measurable outcomes. It is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to take their next step in HR within an HR Business Partner team and a great introduction to the world of HR Business Partnering and its impact and role in supporting the business achieve their strategic goals.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Introduction to the world of HR Business Partnering and its impact and role in supporting the business achieve their strategic goals
• Prepare analyses, coordinate timelines, and create executive-ready views & presentations to inform decisions.

• Produce ad hoc and standard reports to support business needs; migrate high-value recurring reports to self-service dashboards where feasible.
• Use data from the HR system to deliver consistent, evidence-based recommendations; capture decisions and outcomes to improve future insights.
• Act as the first point of contact for employees, first-line and middle managers on queries outside HR Service Center (HRSC) scope.
• Provide quick, accurate, and consistent advice on position management, onboarding and probation monitoring, policies and procedures, leave and family-friendly matters, and offboarding.
• Provide guidance and manage caseloads on non-complex employee relations topics (e.g., performance, policy non-compliance), ensuring consistency and timely escalation when needed.
• Collaborate closely with the HRSC to ensure accurate and timely information on all employment-related changes.
• Support HRBPs on regional/global initiatives and cyclical activities such as Talent Reviews, Performance Development, and annual compensation.

You may be a good fit if you have:

• 2-3 years of experience in HR advisory/coordination, HR operations, or HRBP support. Basic or developing working knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice.

• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables a plus) and comfort working with HRIS data.
• Excellent attention to detail, organization, and follow-through; able to meet deadlines and act as a team player.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint to create clear, executive-ready presentations and visuals that translate data and insights for managers and leaders.
• Clear communicator with strong customer service mindset and stakeholder management skills.

• Process improvement and data mindset

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills
• A proactive self-starter who can present solutions and identify areas for operational efficiencies
• Manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
• Experience of contributing and delivering to project objectives

Why Choose Fitch: 

• Hybrid Work Environment: 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location

• A Culture of Learning & Mobility: Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity

• Investing in Your Future: Retirement planning, financial wellness and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve your short and long-term goals

• Promoting Health & Wellness: Comprehensive healthcare offerings that prioritize a healthy body & mind

• Supportive Parenting Policies: Family-first policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively

• Dedication to Giving Back: Paid volunteer days and support for community engagement initiatives

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Fitch is committed to providing global securities markets with objective, timely, independent and forward-looking credit opinions. To protect Fitch’s credibility and reputation, our employees must take every precaution to avoid conflicts of interests or any appearance of a conflict of interest. Should you be successful in the recruitment process at Fitch Ratings you will be asked to declare any securities holdings and other potential conflicts prior to commencing employment. If you, or your immediate family, have any holdings that may conflict with your work responsibilities, you may be asked to divest yourself of them before beginning work.

Fitch is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, and other statuses protected by law. 

Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $70,000 and $90,000 per year. Actual salaries will be determined on an individualized basis and may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, past performance, and other job-related factors.  Base pay is one part of Fitch’s total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, long-term incentives, and other benefits sponsored by Fitch.  

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