HR Generalist - CGG

CGG (www.cgg.com) is a global technology and HPC leader that provides data, products, services and solutions in Earth science, data science, sensing and monitoring. Our unique portfolio supports our clients in efficiently and responsibly solving complex digital, energy transition, natural resource, environmental, and infrastructure challenges for a more sustainable future. CGG employs around 3,400 people worldwide and is listed on the Euronext Paris SA (ISIN: 0013181864). 

WHY WORK AT CGG?

• Highly intelligent and motivated coworkers who are industry leaders in seismic imaging.
• Energetic and challenging-yet-fun work environment, full of imaging problems to be solved and technologies to be developed.
• Excellent training and mentorship programs.
• We take care of our biggest asset – our people!

Become part of our team

We are looking for a talented and highly motivated HR Generalist to join our dynamic HR team in Houston.

Reporting to the HR Manager, the successful candidate for this role will be responsible for providing HR operations support to the HR Business Partners across the various business lines. You will be one of the key contacts for employees and a strong partner for the managers with US and Canada based employees. 

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations Support:

• Advise managers, and employees on all employment topics: payroll, leave, absences, contracts.
• Ensure compliance of contracts and policies with local regulations.
• Support the updating and accuracy of all HR systems, which include Oracle and Workday
• Provide pragmatic solutions with regards to employee relations and/or conflicts at work coordinating legal support where required.

HR Business Partner Support:

• Support in the roll out of the specific HR Strategies for each Business Line
• Support in the local implementation and facilitation of the group HR Cycles & processes:
  • Objectives Settings and Performance Management providing guidance for professional growth.
  • Mobility, Expatriations, and Immigration (including contracts, visa, relocation process, etc)
  • People Review and Talent Management to identify training needs and implement targeted development actions.
  • Talent Acquisition, Recruitment and Onboarding cycles: collaborating with managers to identify staffing needs and supporting recruitment processes including building relationships with universities, sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
  • Execution of the Salary Review cycle and Bonus distribution process
  • Employee Engagement analyzing internal survey results and feedback to drive improvements in HR programs
  • Coordinating Diversity & Inclusion initiatives related initiatives to increase employee awareness and engagement.

• Participate in Ad Hoc projects to support Corporate, Regional or Local initiatives.

The role may require occasional travel to facilitate networking and relationship building with CGG stakeholders and HR team.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, human resources, pre-law, sociology, psychology, or a related study area required. Graduate degree in a related study area is a plus.
• 2 to 5 years of relevant experience - HR generalist or Specialist experience preferred.
• Experience with Workday will be a plus
• Data driven, with proven analytical skills, including evaluation and visualization to build improvement and corrective action plans supporting the business performance.
• Outstanding service & Customer focus, to identify and understand the needs of the stakeholders, and provide prompt advice and support
• Proactive, flexible and collaborative attitude  
• Proven strong written and verbal communication skills, written and verbal.
• Capacity to build a remote network working with global and culturally-diverse teams
• Ability to demonstrate self-motivation, learn quickly and work autonomously.
• Strong work ethics

Perks and Benefits:

• Fast paced promotions and career progression
• 3 weeks’ vacation to recharge, 3 personal days and 8 sick days for you to use when you need it the most
• A hybrid and flexible work schedule
• Relaxed dress code policy 
• Excellent 401k match program (we’ll match your 5% contribution up to 7%!)
• Parental leave program – CGG offers eligible moms and dads paid time off to bond with their new child
• Medical, dental, vision, supplemental benefits available and so much more
• CGG wants our employees to be the best versions of ourselves. We offer a Wellness Program as well as a state-of-the-art Fitness Center

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.