Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Senior Human Resource Business Partner: At Lexitas, legal support services thrive with HR partners who build trust, solve problems, and guide compliance.

LOCATION: This role is hybrid, with on-site collaboration at our Houston office located at 13101 Northwest Freeway, Houston, TX—easily accessible and conveniently situated for local team engagement and meetings.

PAY RANGE: $98k-100k/yr

BENEFITS: M edical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) with company match; paid time off and paid holidays, company paid maternity, baby bonding and military leave.

Join a High-Growth Legal Services Leader

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Lexitas is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders and managers across the organization. This high-impact role combines strategic HR leadership with operational HR expertise to drive talent management, employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and compliance initiatives.

As a senior HR partner, you will collaborate closely with leadership to align people strategies with business objectives while supporting employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation analysis, retention programs, performance management, and leadership development. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver, skilled coach, and trusted consultant who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-state environment.

Lexitas is a rapidly growing national provider of legal and corporate support services, including court reporting, medical record retrieval, process service, and legal talent. Built on a foundation of trust, professionalism, and innovation, Lexitas delivers customized solutions with unmatched personal service to clients across the U.S. and internationally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a strategic HR partner and liaison between business leaders, management, and HR functions to support organizational goals and workforce needs.

• Provide coaching, guidance, and training to employees and managers on workplace issues, leadership development, and performance management.

• Lead and resolve complex employee relations matters, investigations, and workplace concerns while minimizing organizational risk.

• Analyze HR metrics including turnover, retention, workforce demographics, and employee feedback to identify trends and recommend solutions.

• Develop and implement workforce planning and recruitment strategies to meet evolving business needs.

• Manage disability accommodations, leave of absence programs, and reasonable accommodation processes.

• Partner with leadership to improve employee engagement, morale, productivity, and retention.

• Support and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.

• Conduct compliance reviews related to multi-state wage and leave requirements and ensure timely implementation of regulatory changes.

• Assist with EEO-1 and VETS-4212 reporting activities as needed.

• Communicate HR policy updates and organizational changes effectively across the business.

• Lead and support talent management, succession planning, training initiatives, and leadership development programs.

• Promote and support wellness initiatives and employee experience programs.

• Conduct onboarding activities for new hires as needed.

• Identify organizational training needs and develop solutions to address skill gaps.

• Create and implement innovative HR programs and strategies that support business objectives.

• Prepare reports and recommendations for leadership related to employee relations, retention, engagement, and workforce planning.

• Maintain strict confidentiality and ensure compliance with HIPAA, privacy requirements, and applicable employment regulations.

• Assist in training and mentoring HR team members and support special projects as assigned.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• A commitment to Lexitas Core Values of Service Excellence, Positivity, Integrity, Innovation, Respect, Teamwork, and Diversity.

• Strong leadership skills with demonstrated success managing complex HR initiatives and cross-functional partnerships.

• Proven ability to build credibility, influence leaders, and establish trusted business relationships.

• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict resolution skills.

• Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities with experience using data to drive business decisions.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.

• Knowledge of employee relations, labor and employment laws, compliance requirements, and HR best practices.

• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with teams across multiple functions and locations.

• Adaptability and resilience in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.

• Experience supporting organizational change, talent management, and workforce planning initiatives.

• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.

• 15+ years of progressive Human Resources experience required.

• 3-4 years of leadership or managerial experience required.

• Professional HR certification required (PHR or SHRM-CP). SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification preferred.

• Experience supporting multiple business functions and geographically dispersed teams preferred.

• HRIS experience and workforce analytics experience preferred.

• Strong understanding of federal, state, and local employment regulations and compliance requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has supervisory responsibilities and will assist the Senior Human Resources Director with the oversight, coaching, and development of Human Resources Business Partners.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from internal and external customers whose first language is English.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

None

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, type, and use mouse; reach with hands and arms; and talk and/or hear. The employee is required to sit for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office environment in a clerical environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers and filing cabinets.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

This position may require periodic travel.

OTHER DUTIES

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Lexitas prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.

EOE Employer/Vet/Disabled

If you require reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io for assistance. All other applications must be submitted online.

Job Details

Pay Type Salary

Hiring Min Rate 98,000 USD

Hiring Max Rate 100,000 USD