Senior HR Specialist

This is where  your work makes a difference. At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond. Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results. Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

You will be part of the Human Resources team, serving as a trusted partner to leaders and employees across the organization. The team is focused on creating a positive employee experience, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, supporting business objectives, and driving workforce effectiveness through data-driven HR solutions. This role offers the opportunity to influence organizational outcomes, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and develop leadership capabilities in preparation for future people management responsibilities.

Lead employee relations investigations, providing recommendations for resolution, corrective actions, and risk mitigation strategies. Partner with managers to address attendance concerns, performance issues, disciplinary actions, and employee separations while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable labor laws. Analyze key HR metrics, including turnover, absenteeism, retention, employee relations cases, and engagement survey results, to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Develop, implement, and monitor action plans with business leaders to address workforce challenges and achieve organizational goals. Coordinate performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, calibration sessions, and performance improvement plans. Support talent review and succession planning initiatives by identifying talent risks, development opportunities, and retention strategies. Conduct job evaluations and provide recommendations related to compensation adjustments, promotions, organizational changes, and workforce planning activities. Ensure the consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and employment practices while maintaining compliance with Puerto Rico and Federal employment regulations. Lead HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives, influencing stakeholders through collaboration, data-driven decision making, and leadership without direct authority. Manage departmental budgets and monitor expenditures within assigned HR accounts. Provide administrative support to the Human Resources Department and perform other duties as assigned.

Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, Industrial Engineering, or a related field required. Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Labor Relations, or a related discipline preferred. Minimum of 5 to 8 years of progressive Human Resources experience, including: Employee Relations Labor Relations Performance Management HR Analytics Implementation of HR programs and initiatives Proven experience conducting workplace investigations, managing employee relations matters, interpreting employment laws and regulations, and providing guidance to managers on workforce-related issues. Strong knowledge of Puerto Rico and Federal employment laws and regulations. Ability to analyze HR metrics and workforce data, identify trends, and develop actionable recommendations. Ability to assess complex employee and organizational situations, evaluate alternatives, and recommend practical solutions aligned with company policies and