HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER - Babson College - Babson Park, MA

Salary: $100,000 - $105,000 As the HR Manager, you will serve as a key business partner, driving employee relations, recruitment, training, and diversity initiatives. This role requires a strong focus on union environments and labor relations, along with the ability to coach leaders and support a multi-site operation. Employee & Labor Relations Lead investigations and provide guidance on associate relations issues Advise management on appropriate resolutions, including disciplinary actions Represent the organization in hearings and regulatory matters, as needed Partner with subject matter experts on policies, procedures, and compliance Training & Development Conduct management training on key HR topics such as Performance management, Terminations, Sexual harassment, Progressive discipline Deliver onboarding and new hire orientation programs Facilitate HR workshops and training sessions to enhance leadership capability Recruitment & Talent Strategy Support frontline recruitment efforts and improve applicant flow Partner with managers to develop and execute recruitment plans Represent the organization at job fairs, universities, and community events Build strategic partnerships to strengthen employer branding Workforce Insights & Retention Conduct exit interviews and analyze trends Develop recommendations to reduce turnover and absenteeism Support associate engagement and satisfaction initiatives Identify critical workforce needs and implement improvement plans Operational Partnership Participate in operational meetings to increase HR visibility Support internal surveys and communicate actionable insights Conduct HR assessments and drive continuous improvement initiatives Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred) 2–5 years of multi-unit HR generalist and employee relations experience Strong experience in labor relations and union environments Background in high customer-facing, service-driven industries (preferred) Interpret legal and financial documents Analyze data and draw conclusions Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders PHR/SPHR certification is a plus Benefits Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance/ AD Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state) Associate Shopping Program Health and Wellness Programs Discount Marketplace Identity Theft Protection Pet Insurance Commuter Benefits Employee Assistance Program Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law. Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services