Human Resources Business Partner

Job Description

HR Business Partner

Location: Connecticut with Central/Southern site visits. This is a field-based role supporting locations throughout Connecticut.

Work Arrangement: Field-Based / Hybrid

Compensation: Up to $100,000 + Comprehensive Benefits

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Join a growing organization where you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as an HR Business Partner. In this highly visible role, you'll collaborate with operational leaders across multiple locations, balancing day-to-day HR operations with strategic initiatives that enhance employee engagement, strengthen leadership, and support organizational growth. This position is ideal for an experienced HR professional who enjoys building relationships, solving complex employee relations issues, ensuring operational excellence, and serving as a trusted partner to leadership.

Responsibilities

HR Operations & Compliance

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• Process HR transactions within the HRIS, including onboarding, terminations, compensation adjustments, and employee status changes.
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• Manage employee offboarding and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
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• Support regulatory compliance, employee leave administration, workers' compensation, and workplace safety initiatives.
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• Apply employment law and HR best practices while ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
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• Maintain accurate employee records and support HR reporting and audit requirements.
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Employee Relations & Risk Management

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• Conduct workplace investigations involving employee complaints and other employee relations matters.
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• Partner with managers on coaching, corrective actions, performance improvement plans, and employee development.
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• Coordinate leave of absence and ADA accommodation requests.
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• Provide guidance on employment law, HR policies, and workplace best practices while minimizing organizational risk.
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• Serve as a trusted resource to managers on employee relations issues and performance management.
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Employee Experience

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• Build strong, trusted relationships with employees and leaders across multiple locations.
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• Conduct exit interviews and support employee retention initiatives.
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• Assist with employee engagement surveys and action planning.
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• Foster a collaborative workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and heard.
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Talent & Workforce Strategy

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• Analyze workforce metrics, turnover trends, and engagement data to identify opportunities for improvement.
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• Develop practical, data-driven recommendations that improve retention and employee engagement.
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• Partner with leadership on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
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• Support recruiting efforts and organizational growth across assigned business units.
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• Utilize HR metrics and reporting tools to measure results and drive continuous improvement.
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Leadership Partnership

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• Build strong relationships with operational leaders and align HR strategies with business objectives.
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• Coach managers on leadership effectiveness, employee development, communication, and organizational change.
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• Provide practical HR guidance that strengthens manager capability and supports sound business decisions.
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• Support organizational effectiveness by identifying opportunities to improve team performance, role clarity, and employee engagement.
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• Communicate complex HR matters clearly and professionally to leaders and employees at all levels.
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Qualifications

Required

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• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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• Four (4)+ years of progressive HR Generalist or HR Business Partner experience.
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• Experience supporting multiple locations or a field-based workforce.
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• Strong knowledge of employee relations, employment law, leave administration, workers' compensation, and workplace compliance.
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• Experience utilizing an HRIS system and maintaining accurate employee data.
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• Demonstrated ability to balance hands-on HR responsibilities with strategic business partnership.
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• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
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• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
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• Willingness to travel throughout the assigned region as needed.
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Preferred

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• PHR, SHRM-CP, or equivalent HR certification.
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• Experience supporting a multi-site healthcare, medical, or service-based organization.
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• Experience utilizing HR metrics and workforce analytics to support business decisions.
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• Experience coaching leaders and supporting organizational change initiatives.
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Why You'll Love This Opportunity

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a growing healthcare organization where Human Resources is viewed as a true business partner. You'll have the opportunity to influence leaders, support employees, and make a meaningful impact on organizational success while enjoying competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth.

Interested? Apply today!