Senior HR Business Partner

Description & Requirements

Come join our family at In-N-Out Burger!

We have an excellent opportunity for a full-time Senior Human Resources Business Partner based in our Irvine, CA office!


The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) reports to the Regional HR Manager and plays a pivotal role in providing strategic HR support to our Stores and highly complex Corporate Departments. This position serves as a trusted advisor in supporting organizational goals and objectives, workforce planning and performance management. The Senior HRBP also leads and supports key HR projects and initiatives, demonstrating advanced expertise in HR disciplines and competencies.

General Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to assigned Stores, highly complex Support Departments, and business leaders, addressing medium- to complex employee relations issues.
• Make strategic management recommendations impacting team performance and coach managers to keep employees accountable for meeting goals.
• Conduct regular meetings with team leaders to understand talent requirements and business goals. Drive talent review and assessments by facilitating succession and performance calibration sessions.
• Coach business leaders on the appropriate tools and resources for team development, championing mentorship programs, leadership development, and training.
• Prepare internal equity analysis and provide recommendations for Support leaders addressing outcomes related to job offers, promotions, transfers, terminations, and strategic management decisions impacting team performance.
• Work in partnership with other HR functions to contribute to key HR projects, including process workflows, change management, and workforce planning.
• Drive the strategy and lead larger projects contributing to multiple areas of the organization, such as the annual performance review process.
• Develop insights from people data (engagement surveys, exit interviews, etc.) to inform talent acquisition, development, and retention strategies.
• Provide ongoing development, training, and mentorship for HR team members.

Work Schedule + Benefits

• Full-time, Exempt
• Office Hours in Irvine, CA: Monday-Friday, 8AM - 5 PM or a 9/80 compressed workweek with core hours from 8AM-6PM, with every other Monday or Friday off.
• Occasional Saturday shifts (8 AM- 5 PM) required (approximately 5 per year).
• Some scheduling flexibility is required for off-site meetings and travel to satellite offices.
• Excellent Benefits, to include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA's, 401(k)/Profit Sharing Plan, Adoption Assistance, Education Reimbursement, Supplemental Health Plans, and Pet Insurance
• Pay Range: $118,000-$144,000 per year + Bonus
• The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we will consider your experience and other job-related factors.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in a relevant field or equivalent years of HR experience; a Master's degree in human resources or a related field is a plus.
• 8+ years of Human Resources experience, with a background in providing HR support to both corporate and field-based teams.
• 5+ years of proven experience as a strategic HRBP with experience in talent development, succession planning, compensation, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Demonstrated ability to coach business leaders using effective communication, active listening, and motivational techniques for team development.
• Striving for excellence and aspirational in talent management initiatives.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with other HR functions and departments, demonstrating strong interpersonal skills and adaptability in various project environments.
• Demonstrated project management skills, including planning, execution, and monitoring, with the ability to drive the strategy and lead projects contributing to organizational goals.
• Ability to influence project outcomes and gain support from key stakeholders.
• Demonstrates a bias for action and a driven approach to achieving strategic goals.
• Experience in providing ongoing development, training, and mentorship to HR team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth within the team.

Work Location Details

In-N-Out Burger plans to bring its west coast headquarters team back together under one roof by the end of 2029. After maintaining two Southern California office locations for many years, the company will permanently close its Irvine office in 2029 and once again headquarter the company's western territory solely in Baldwin Park, California, where the company was founded in 1948.


Newly hired Associates in Irvine will be eligible to participate in the group move to Tennessee with relocation assistance or work from our western headquarters in Baldwin Park, CA, upon its opening in 2029. We are sharing this information early so candidates can make informed decisions while considering a career with In-N-Out Burger

About In-N-Out Burger

In-N-Out Burger was founded in 1948 by Harry and Esther Snyder in Baldwin Park, California, and remains privately owned and operated. Under the direction of the Snyder family, the company has opened restaurants throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, Texas and Oregon, Colorado and Idaho. In-N-Out Burger's menu has remained the same since 1948, and we have maintained a simple philosophy - serve only the highest quality product, prepare it in a clean and sparkling environment, and serve it in a warm and friendly manner. We have built a reputation for fresh, made-to-order foods prepared and served by friendly, well trained Associates.

In-N-Out Burger offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer by choice. Should there be a need, In-N-Out Burger will provide a reasonable accommodation to complete the interview process upon request.