People & Culture Associate (Mebane, NC)

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Title: People & Culture Associate
Country: USA
City: Mebane, NC 
Professional Area: Human Resources
Role: Permanent
Reporting to: People & Culture Business Partner 

People & Culture Associate 

Position Overview

The People & Culture (P&C) Associate plays a key role in supporting HR programs, employee lifecycle activities, systems administration, communications, and organizational initiatives that enable efficient business operations. This position offers broad exposure across Talent Management, Learning & Development, Employee Relations, HR Systems, Employer Branding, Rewards, and Administrative Operations, while partnering with stakeholders across Manufacturing, Leaf, and Market functions.

This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to build a well-rounded People & Culture career in a dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Management & Learning Development

• Support Talent Calibration and Succession Planning processes as needed.
• Coordinate training programs, webinars, and development initiatives, including logistics and communications.
• Track Performance Appraisal and Development Planning cycles.
• Support Learning & Development activities, including:
  • Training needs analysis
  • L&D plan tracking and reporting
  • Global program nominations and submissions
  • Platform administration (e.g., Brainshark)
  • Employee and manager guidance on development opportunities

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Manage end-to-end onboarding and offboarding activities, including:
  • New hire documentation, background checks, and employment verification
  • E-Verify administration and tracking of work authorization/visa renewals
  • Employee records and compliance documentation
  • Coordination with Global Business Support (GBS), managers, and new hires
• Enhance and maintain onboarding programs, materials, and presentations.
• Coordinate welcome kits, orientation activities, and new hire events.
• Ensure timely employee joiner/leaver communications and internal announcements through platforms such as Workvivo.
• Serve as the primary contact for Global Mobility processes, supporting relocation, immigration, work visas, green cards, and employee transitions to the U.S. Head Office.

Employer Branding & Talent Acquisition

• Support employer branding initiatives that strengthen JTI’s reputation as an employer of choice.
• Participate in career fairs, recruitment events, internship programs, and other talent attraction activities.
• Help execute programs that enhance external visibility and employer brand equity.

HR Systems, Data & Reporting

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Manage employee data within HR and Payroll systems and perform regular reconciliations.
• Conduct data quality audits, corrections, and system maintenance activities.
• Support employee requests through JTI platforms, including People Central and MyJTI.
• Generate and analyze monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc HR reports.
• Administer employee service award processes and recognition communications.
• Perform periodic audits to ensure data accuracy, process compliance, and continuous improvement.

HR Projects, Communications & Business Support

• Support the implementation of global and local HR initiatives, including Employee Engagement Surveys and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) programs.
• Assist with reviewing, drafting, and updating HR policies, procedures, and handbooks.
• Partner with P&C leadership to prepare presentations, reports, and leadership meeting materials.
• Develop employee communications in collaboration with the Communications team.
• Provide guidance and support to employees on HR-related inquiries.
• Support Rewards projects and day-to-day compensation administration as needed.

Administration, Vendor Management & Health & Safety

• Manage HR vendor administration, including purchase requisitions and payment processing.
• Partner with the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) team to support compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
• Promote a strong safety culture through active participation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate office and factory support services, including:
  • Cleaning services
  • Cafeteria administration
  • Uniform management

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• 2–3 years of general HR experience.
• Strong working knowledge of HR systems and platforms.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams.
• Fluent English language skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and accountability.

Preferred

• Project management experience.
• Experience working in culturally diverse and international environments.

What You'll Gain

• Broad exposure across multiple HR disciplines, including Talent Management, Learning & Development, Rewards, Mobility, Systems, and Employer Branding.
• Opportunities to lead and support impactful local and global HR initiatives.
• Collaboration with diverse stakeholders across manufacturing, commercial, and corporate functions.
• A strong foundation for long-term growth within People & Culture and Human Resources.

What to expect: 

At JTI Liggett, we are proud to be recognized as a Top Employer and awarded the Global Equality Standards certificate, continuing our commitment to equal pay and equal opportunities.

Our culture is what makes JTI Liggett a fun and exciting environment to work in. We value integrity, trust, empowerment, and freedom – freedom of choice, freedom of thought, freedom of expression, and freedom to be yourself.

We ask for accountability, ownership, results, and collaboration.

And we care for our people's well-being. In addition to the salary, you can enjoy the following benefits:

• Annual Performance-based Bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal Development Programs
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan for employees & family members
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(K)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Family Leave (20 weeks)
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Education/Tuition Assistance
• Volunteering Activities
• Employee Assistance Program (counseling services for employees & family members)

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!

Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.