Human Capital Business Partner

Firm Overview: Cambridge Associates (“CA”) is a leading global investment firm. CA’s goal is to help endowments & foundations, pension plans, and ultra-high net worth private clients implement and manage custom investment portfolios that generate outperformance so that they can maximize their impact on the world. Cambridge Associates delivers a range of services, including outsourced CIO, non-discretionary portfolio management, and investment consulting. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, CA has offices in key markets in North America, the United Kingdom, Europe, Asia, and Oceania. Our worldwide teams ensure our clients benefit from decades of global presence, local expertise, and relationships with the top global investment managers across the world. For more information, please visit Job Description Summary: Job overview: The Human Capital Business Partner (HCBP) provides strategic Human Capital (HC) leadership and consultation to assigned business units across Cambridge Associates. The HCBP is a trusted advisor supporting business strategy and objectives through the development and implementation of key people and organizational initiatives. The HCBP builds strong internal partnerships, provides developmental coaching to all levels, and offers creative solutions to address business issues and enhance performance. We are looking for someone who has an eye towards strategic partnership and is willing and capable of diving into the operational and tactical day to day work to support both, the business and the overarching HC initiatives. This role involves leading HC initiatives, managing complex employee relations issues, and aligning HC strategies with business objectives. The HCBP will also collaborate with other HC functions to ensure integrated and effective people solutions. Job Description: Responsibilities: Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and managers, providing insights and recommendations on HC matters ensuring there is alignment of talent strategy with business objectives. Act as the primary point of contact for leaders and managers, providing expertise and guidance in the areas of organizational performance, performance management, culture and change management, coaching, talent assessment, and organizational design. Drive performance excellence, ensuring that goal setting, development conversations, cascading of feedback, and corrective actions are taken in a timely manner. Identify key organizational issues, change management needs, and the appropriate HC levers to maximize current and future organization performance. Work with managers to assess and address skill gaps within their teams. Provide employee relations expertise and policy interpretation to the business unit, managing employee relations issues, including investigations, disciplinary actions and conflict resolution. Provide coaching and support to managers on handling employee performance and conduct issues. Develop processes to effect change and increase organizational effectiveness including the employee communication strategy needed to support the change. Utilize HC analytics to provide insights into workforce trends and inform strategic decisions. Track key performance indicators and present data-driven recommendations to senior leadership to support business objectives. Build strong partnerships across HC to design and deliver integrated solutions ensuring business teams’ needs are understood and met. Lead organizational development activities to develop and enhance current organizational capabilities with focus on helping the business grow and operate more efficiently. Additional projects and responsibilities as assigned. Requirements: BS/BA in Human Resources Management, Organizational Behavior/Development or a related field. 3-7 years or more of experience as HCBP or generalist role in a professional or financial services firm. Title and compensation will be commensurate with related experience and skill set. Strong business acumen and the ability to connect HC practices to business results. Ability to build trust and develop/sustain relationships across all levels of the business. Outstanding written and verbal communication skills that enable instant credibility. Solid understanding of relevant employment laws and governing practices. Quick learner with sound judgment and the ability to balance HC practices and business needs. Ability to handle a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and sensitivity regarding employee information. Successful experience driving complex projects and outcomes with the associated change management to ensure success. Experience with organizational development and change management. Certification in HR (e.g., SPHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus. Base salary range for this role: Pay Range Minimum: 112400 Pay Range Maximum: 150600 In addition to the listed salary range, this position is eligible for an annual performance-based bonus and a comprehensive, competitive benefits package. Actual placement within the stated salary range will be determined based on factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity. The firm is committed to the concept and practice of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status. It is expected that all employees will follow a similar policy toward their co-workers. Since our founding in 1973, we have been a market leader in building diversified investment portfolios. With 13 offices around the globe and a world-class network of managers, we offer the scale, resources, and networks of a global firm, coupled with the trust, independence, and personal attention of a boutique firm. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Wherever you are in your career journey, we offer a wide range of opportunities and a truly collaborative, diverse environment. Our work helps our clients do good in the world, and we embrace the opportunity to contribute to their positive impact. If you need a reasonable accommodation during your application process, please submit a request to View email address on click.appcast.io that includes your first and last name, email, and type of accommodation(s) requested. 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