HR Advisor II

Requisition ID:  97440

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Position Specific Description

The HR Advisor II partners with employees, leaders, HRCS, Legal, and other stakeholders to provide consultation and support across a variety of HR Compliance programs. While this position primarily supports workplace accommodations and return-to-work services, it also contributes across other HR Compliance functions, including policy administration, regulatory compliance, investigations support, reporting, process improvement, and other compliance initiatives as business needs evolve.

The successful candidate combines strong HR consulting, case management, and problem-solving skills with the ability to quickly learn new compliance programs and adapt to changing priorities. This role requires sound judgment, exceptional customer service, and the ability to manage sensitive situations while balancing employee experience, business objectives, and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate embraces continuous improvement and leverages technology and AI to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.

Job Responsibilities

• Responds to employee, leader, and HR partner inquiries regarding HR Compliance policies, procedures, and programs.
• Supports HR Compliance programs, including workplace accommodations, return-to-work services, background adjudication, drug and alcohol compliance, employment verification, regulatory reporting, and related initiatives.
• Ensures return-to-work programs for employees returning from medically related absences, ensuring compliance with disability laws.
• Acts as the primary liaison for leaders regarding next steps for employees' return-to-work plans and medical accommodation requests, providing clear communication and status updates throughout the process.
• Collaborates closely with HR Operations, Benefits, Legal, Risk Management, and Safety teams to ensure seamless coordination, communication, and integrated service delivery.
• Engages with multiple business units and various higher-level management levels to promote effective communication, partnership, and compliance across the enterprise.
• Conducts case research, analyzes information, documents findings, and recommends appropriate resolutions.
• Maintains accurate documentation and ensures compliance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.
• Participates in audits, reporting, compliance monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identifies opportunities to improve processes through automation, AI, and technology.
• Tracks accommodation metrics and recommends process improvements.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills & Competencies

• Knowledge of Human Resources principles, practices, and employment compliance.
• Preferred knowledge of FMLA, short-term disability (STD), long-term disability (LTD), and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Professional HR certification (SHRM-CP/SCP, PHR/SPHR) or disability management certification (CDMS, CCM)
• Experience in utility, energy, or other regulated industries
• Familiarity with ADA case law and EEOC guidance
• Strong customer service, consultation, relationship management, and case management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, think strategically, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to manage multiple programs and pivot as priorities shift.
• Strong communication skills providing clear and effective guidance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HR systems, case management tools, and reporting platforms.
• Enthusiasm for AI and emerging technologies.
• Growth mindset with commitment to continuous learning.

Job Overview

Employees in this role partner with assigned business units to consult in one or more areas of human resources. This job will address employee and leader inquiries or concerns in a timely and professional manner to ensure compliance with company policies and applicable laws.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to employee or leader inquiries regarding performance coaching, leader policy consulting, progressive discipline, employee guidance and other employee related matters
• Recommends, counsels and assists management regarding workforce planning and design, employee development, process improvement, succession planning, performance management, compensation and benefits, diversity, and staffing and recruiting
• Consults with team members to identify employee issues and provide tailored “people solutions” to meet business objectives
• Provides recommendations for case resolution and closure
• Fosters and maintains relationships with key stakeholders
• Achieves required metrics and offer suggestions to continuously improve processes, systems and technology
• Provides data-driven analysis and recommendations
• Participates in one or more HR projects
• Ensures compliance with company policies and applicable laws
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad / GED
• Bachelor’s or Equivalent Experience
• Experience: 1+ years

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• Professional HR Certification (PHR)
• Senior Professional in HR Cert (SPHR)

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group:  Exempt

Employee Type:  Full Time

Job Category:  Human Resources

Organization:  Florida Power & Light Company

Relocation Provided:  No

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

NextEra Energy provides reasonable accommodation in its application and selection process for qualified individuals, including accommodations related to compliance with conditional job offer requirements, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Supporting medical or religious documentation will be required where applicable and permitted by applicable law. To request a reasonable accommodation, please send an e-mail to recruiting-coordinator.sharedmailbox@nexteraenergy.com, providing your name, telephone number and the best time for us to reach you.

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