HR Business Partner, Midwest

Champions Do More As one of the fastest-growing and most exciting brands in the industry, Crash Champions is the largest founder‑led multi‑shop operator (MSO) of high‑quality collision repair service in the U.S. The company, which also operates the growing Crash Champions LUXE | EV Certified brand of high‑line and luxury EV repair centers, serves customers at more than 650 state‑of‑the‑art locations in 38 states. Crash Champions was founded in 1999 as a single Chicago repair center by industry veteran and 2023 EY Entrepreneur of the Year Midwest award winner Matt Ebert. For more than 25 years, our vision has been anchored by the belief that delivering superior collision repair service is about People First. Welcome to Crash Champions. We Champion People. As an HR Business Partner, you will support an Operations VP and their market by connecting people strategy to real business outcomes. Success in this role comes from building trust, understanding how the business operates, and using that insight to influence decisions around retention, leadership, and team performance. This is not a traditional HR Business Partner role. It is a field‑based partnership role designed for someone who wants to be close to the business and directly impact performance. You will spend the majority of your time in your market, working alongside leaders and teams, not behind a desk, and be expected to contribute to the business, not just support it. This role reports to a Director of HR Business Partners who operates as a player‑coach and is actively involved in your development. There is a clear path for growth based on performance and impact. Responsibilities How You’ll Spend Your Time Business Partnership (≈40%) Act as a true advisor to your Operations VP. Participate in leadership discussions and connect people strategy to business outcomes. Talent Management (≈30%) Build bench strength across your market. Lead development conversations and maintain clear visibility into leadership readiness. Employee Relations (≈15%) Manage ER matters with speed and quality. Focus on identifying patterns and addressing root causes, not just resolving cases. HR Operations (≈15%) Execute core HR processes consistently, including performance management, compliance, and communication of key programs. What You’ll Own Partner closely with your Operations VP, contributing to leadership discussions and helping guide people‑related decisions. Retention efforts within your market, identifying risks and driving targeted action plans. Build and maintain visibility into leadership bench strength across General Managers and Operational Directors. Conduct structured development conversations and support ongoing leadership growth. Manage employee relations matters with sound judgment, consistency, and a focus on root cause. Review terminations proactively to ensure alignment and reduce risk. Use data to identify trends and connect them to specific business or leadership behaviors. Execute core HR processes, including performance management, policy communication, and compliance. Maintain a consistent presence in your market to build credibility with frontline teams and leaders. Qualifications 3 to 5 years of HR Business Partner or generalist experience in a multi‑site, field‑based environment. Experience building strong relationships with operational leaders and influencing outcomes. Solid employee relations experience, including investigations and disciplinary actions. Strong business acumen and the ability to connect people decisions to performance outcomes. Comfort using data to identify trends and inform action. Experience with leadership assessments or development tools is a plus. Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field preferred. Valid driver’s license and ability to travel regularly within market, plus 25‑40 % overnight travel. Areas of immediate coverage include Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, and Wisconsin. Ideally candidates are located within the region they support. Benefits The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements and annual updates: Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Group Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with match Referral Bonus ("Cash From Crash") 5 Paid Holidays We are committed to providing competitive compensation for this role. The actual offer will be based on various factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, relevant certifications, and qualifications. The compensation and benefits information are accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr