HR Business Partner II - Retail Solutions

Job Summary

The HR Business Partner II supports the Retail Solutions HRBP team by delivering People Solutions services and advising managers on day-to-day HR programs, policies, and processes. This role partners with HRBPs and Centers of Excellence to implement people initiatives, support talent processes, and provide data-driven insights that improve employee experience and organizational effectiveness.

This is a hybrid role located in Atlanta GA, with up to 5% travel required.

Primary Responsibilities

HR Service Delivery & Business Support

• Provide tactical HR support across key People Solutions areas, including compensation and benefits, employee engagement and communications, training and development, and employee lifecycle programs
• Serve as a point of contact for managers and employees, providing timely and practical solutions

Employee Relations & Policy Guidance

• Advise managers and employees on the application of People Solutions policies and regulatory requirements
• Partner with HRBPs and Employee relations on employee concerns and issue resolution
• Support fair and consistent application of workplace practices

Program Implementation & Coordination

• Support implementation of People Solutions programs and process changes (e.g. talent, performance, compensation cycles)
• Coordinate program logistics, communications, and reporting
• Assist managers with execution of change initiatives

Talent & Workforce Support

• Support HRBPs in executing talent and workforce initiatives including talent and succession planning, employee development, and workforce planning activities
• Help promote a culture of development and employee engagement across teams

Data, Reporting & Insights

• Conduct exit interviews
• Gather, analyze, and interpret HR data (engagement, exit feedback, workforce metrics, talent) to identify trends and insights
• Build reports and presentations to support HRBPs and leaders in decision making
• Partner with People Analytics to translate data into actionable recommendations

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

• Support process improvement efforts to enhance HR service delivery and organizational effectiveness
• Collaborate across People Solutions (HRBPs, COEs, etc.) to align on priorities and execution
• Contribute to broader HR initiatives and projects as needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline and 2 years' experience in a related field; or a different combination, such as a master's degree or Ph.D. and up to 2 years' experience in a related field; or 6 years' experience in a related field in lieu of a degree
• Advanced skills in analytical thinking, business acumen, consulting, legal and regulatory environment and managing multiple priorities
• Advanced skills in building partnerships, communicating with consideration, driving innovation, engaging others and gaining others confidence

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree in business, HR or related field
• HR certification such as PHR, SPHR or GPHR
• Demonstrated ability to work in a geographically disbursed and matrix organization
• Project Management experience
• Strong Microsoft Excel knowledge and application

Cox Enterprises, Inc. JD Disclaimer

The statements in this job description are intended to represent the key duties, essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be all responsibilities or qualifications of the job.

USD 67,100.00 - 100,700.00 per year

Compensation:

Compensation includes a base salary in the range of $67,100.00 - $100,700.00. The base salary may vary within the anticipated base pay range based on factors such as the ultimate location of the position and the selected candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities. Position may be eligible for additional compensation that may include an incentive program.

Benefits:

The Company offers eligible employees the flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company's needs, and its obligations; seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year; and up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.

Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

EOE, including disability/vets