Strategic HR Business Partner

We are seeking a highly capable Strategic Human Resources Business Partner to join our team in Austin, TX. In this role, you will partner with senior leaders across Emerson’s Test & Measurement Global Sales & Marketing organization and Global Business Units, supporting a broad, business-facing portfolio where strategic HR partnership is critical to business outcomes.As a valued member of a collaborative, matrixed, and high-performing HR Business Partner and broader HR team, you will contribute as a strategic thought partner and hands-on operator, embedding HR into business strategy, anticipating people-related risks and opportunities, and translating priorities into measurable talent and organizational outcomes.In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:Deliver With Discipline and RigorDrive HR strategies and initiatives that align with business, function, and organizational priorities, ensuring commitments translate into measurable outcomes.Manage responsibilities autonomously while maintaining high standards, monitoring progress, and adapting approaches as needed.Collaborate to Realize ValuePartner with senior leaders to provide strategic HR guidance, thought partnership, coaching, and data-informed recommendations that shape business and talent decisions.Build strong networks across teams, functions, and geographies; proactively share information and collaborate to deliver results efficiently.Work closely with Functional HRBPs, Geographic HR partners, Centers of Excellence, and business stakeholders to align and execute global people strategies.Fuel Growth Through Customer FocusUse business, workforce, and talent data to identify trends, anticipate needs, and connect people priorities to business strategy across supported organizations.Help senior leaders navigate organizational dynamics, evaluate operating model implications, and make talent decisions that improve team effectiveness and business performance.Lead or support organizational design and change management efforts that enable growth, simplify ways of working, and improve leader and team effectiveness.Innovate for ImpactLead core talent management processes, including succession planning, performance management, engagement, leadership development, and workforce planning, in partnership with internal and external COEs.Identify opportunities to simplify processes, introduce new tools or approaches, and accelerate talent and organizational outcomes with agility.Unlock the Power of the TeamDrive engagement initiatives that promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.Communicate with clarity and credibility; coach leaders and teams to elevate collaboration, shared goals, and organizational effectiveness.Partner appropriately with Geographic HR and Employee Relations resources on complex employee matters, ensuring alignment with policy, compliance expectations, and business needs.Who You Are:You consistently deliver results with focus and accountability. You think proactively about business issues, use data and judgment to make sound recommendations, and operate effectively even when information is incomplete. You are comfortable influencing senior leaders, connecting talent and organization priorities to strategy, and translating complex needs into clear actions. You relate effectively across levels, functions, cultures, and geographies, seek diverse perspectives, and build strong relationships to achieve shared outcomes.For This Role, You Will Need:Progressive HR experience, including experience supporting senior leaders in a business-facing HR role.Strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.Demonstrated experience in talent management, employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, organizational design, and change management.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to execute with discipline while operating with strategic focus, business acumen, and outcome orientation.Proven analytical capability to transform data into actionable insights.Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).Master's degree in Human Resources or a related field.HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR).Experience working in a global organization or supporting leaders across multiple functions, business units, or geographies.Proven track record of leading HR initiatives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Strong project management capabilities.Ability to influence and build effective partnerships with senior leaders.Proven ability to thrive amid ambiguity and drive clarity and progress.Our Culture and Commitment to You:At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.#LI-AK1WHY EMERSONOur Commitment to Our PeopleAt Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.Work AuthorizationEmerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.Equal Opportunity EmployerEmerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.Accessibility Assistance or AccommodationIf you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io. ABOUT EMERSONEmerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!No calls or agencies please. Full timePosting Date: 2026-09-04