Manager, HR Business Partner

The Manager, HR Business Partner is accountable for the performance and results of the HR Business Partner team. The role is responsible for proactively resolving associate relations issues and serving as the main contact for the recruitment team. The role develops talent strategies aligned with the business objectives and ensures compliance with HR processes and procedures. Additionally, the role conducts new hire orientation, provides support in employee relations and talent selection, and focuses on policy interpretation and administration. The role has limited to full management authority for staffing, performance, discipline, pay decisions, team development, and other personnel actions.Education:Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree (preferred) in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience.Experience:Minimum 5 years of work experience with a Master’s degree or 8 years of work experience with a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources or a related field.Licenses and Certifications:Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) (Preferred)Senior Professional in Human Resources (PHR) (Preferred)You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverageFlexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and moreFamily building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and moreVehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leasesTuition assistanceEstablished and active employee resource groupsPaid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $112,680-212,760.For more information on salary and benefits, click here: sponsorship is not available for this position.Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #LI-Hybrid #LI-SL2Maintains strong relationships while building credibility with business groups, departmental heads, and business leaders to understand the business's needs, goals, and challenges.Provides HR support and expertise in employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, benefits, leaves, performance management, company policies, training, and legal requirements. Partners with leaders to develop appropriate action plans related to people and culture issues.Manages new hire orientation and training programs and completes all new hire documentation in compliance with company standards and government regulations. Tracks, analyzes, and reports exit interview data and makes recommendations that drive retention.Coordinates with Associates and Specialists to ensure that all activities related to the HR function comply with department and company policies, legal requirements, relevant labor laws, and the Employment Act.Implements change management practices and initiatives in alignment with the company’s Change Management Philosophy and guidelines. Manages the enablement of a business change, including talent aspects of organization structure changes, talent integration related to mergers and acquisitions, etc., while ensuring minimal business disruption.Collaborates with the employee relations team and departmental managers for the resolution of employee relations issues and the thorough conduct of investigations related to employee matters. Produces and presents a monthly and quarterly Corporate HR Dashboard and implements a data strategy with the Business.Participates in HR program advocacy through frequent interaction with internal personnel across the business, communicating the business value of HR initiatives such as improved employee productivity and a positive work environment.Partners with Business, Talent Acquisition, Talent mobility, and Talent Development teams to identify workforce needs and support key talent initiatives like workforce planning, high-potential employee development, succession planning, etc.Administers talent strategies in alignment with the vision and objectives of the business. Manages the delivery of short-term HR projects involving the analysis of quantitative, qualitative, and trend data and distilling information from a variety of sources to systematically design solutions in support of business objectives.Performs talent management responsibilities, including performance management, disciplinary action, terminations, recruitment, pay decisions, and other personnel actions.Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-09