Human Resources Business Partner

People. Culture. Growth. Bring Your HR Expertise. We are RED Group. And We're Thinking Ahead. RED Group is an Industrial Control Systems (ICS) technology development and integration firm specializing in Process Automation, IT/OT Consulting, and Industrial Cybersecurity. We stand out in experience and expertise. We are committed to an employee-centric culture of success where we put our people first and give our staff the opportunities and push that they need to succeed and improve. As a result, they give their utmost to help our clients and get better at what they do each day. Our mission is to add value to our clients' organizations by selecting and deploying the proper resources and technology to ensure their goals are realized. Our team of Engineers, Consultants, Programmers, and Technicians provide the valuable expertise necessary for efficient and secure IC/OT environments. About the Role We are hiring an HR Business Partner to provide hands-on HR support across RED Group while partnering with leaders and employees to strengthen our people practices, employee experience, and culture. This role is based in our Metairie, LA office, and partners with leaders and employees across the full employee lifecycle. Key Responsibilities HR Business Partnership & Employee Relations Partner with managers, leaders, and employees on employee relations, HR policies, workplace concerns, and people-related decisions. Coach managers through employee issues, performance concerns, corrective action, and challenging conversations. Manage or support employee relations investigations and identify opportunities to address recurring employee concerns. Performance & Talent Management Support performance management, including goals, reviews, development plans, and performance improvement plans. Coach managers on feedback, performance, and development conversations. Partner with leadership on talent development, retention, workforce planning, and organizational changes. Employee Experience & Culture Partner with leadership and the Employee Culture Committee to strengthen employee experience and reinforce RED Group's Core Values. Support engagement initiatives, surveys, recognition, Town Halls, and other culture-building activities. Gather employee feedback and identify opportunities to improve the employee experience. Recruiting & Onboarding Partner with hiring managers and Recruiting to support hiring needs and the recruiting process. Prepare offer letters and new-hire paperwork and support onboarding activities. Help ensure a consistent and positive candidate and new-hire experience. Benefits, HR Programs, Compliance & Immigration Support HR programs, benefits administration, annual renewal, open enrollment, and employee communications. Support employment-based immigration and maintain accurate, confidential employee records. Support compliance requirements, including I-9s, and assist with policy and HR process improvements. Organizational Growth & Development Partner with leaders to support organizational growth, workforce needs, and changes in structure, responsibilities, and processes. Use HR data, employee feedback, and business needs to identify trends and support decisions. Support organizational development, special projects, and HR initiatives as needed. General HR Support Provide day-to-day HR guidance and support to managers and employees. Process employee changes, personnel actions, employment verifications, unemployment claims, and HR reporting. Support job descriptions, training, engagement initiatives, and ongoing HR process improvements. Offboarding & Termination Processing Coordinate termination and offboarding activities, including HRIS updates, records, and internal coordination. Partner with managers and leadership to ensure appropriate documentation, communication, and follow-through. Support a consistent and professional employee experience throughout the offboarding process. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred. 7+ years of progressive HR experience in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or similar broad-based HR role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Strong experience advising managers and leadership on employee relations, performance management, investigations, corrective action, and other people-related matters. Working knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices, with sound judgment regarding when to seek legal or external expertise. Experience supporting employment-based immigration, benefits administration, annual renewal, open enrollment, and HR programs and processes. Experience supporting organizational growth, change management, workforce planning, and employee engagement. Experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems preferred. Strong interpersonal, coaching, communication, organizational, and teamwork skills, with the ability to build trust and manage multiple priorities. Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Foster a collaborative and engaging environment by upholding and embodying our Core Values: Be Dependable Cultivate Relationships Strive for Excellence Supports and promotes a strong safety culture and follows company safety protocols. Why RED Group? Culture. Growth. Opportunity. At RED Group, we believe that a thriving workplace starts with a strong, employee-centric culture. Our focus on our people ensures they have the resources, support and opportunities needed to excel. Our commitment to success drives outstanding results in our client engagements, with our team always striving for excellence. If you join RED Group, you'll enjoy: A collaborative team environment that values your contribution. Competitive benefits, flexible schedules, and hybrid remote work options. The stability of a well-established company poised for exciting growth. A fun and rewarding career that challenges you while offering opportunities for you to grow and excel. Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. Agency Submissions: RED Group does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiting or staffing agencies. Agencies must have a current, signed agreement in place prior to submitting any candidate - resumes submitted without one will be considered the property of RED Group and no fees will be paid. Please do not forward resumes directly to employees or hiring managers. #J-18808-Ljbffr