HR Business Partner

Job Description

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a strategic and people-focused HR Business Partner (HRBP) to align our human resources initiatives with business objectives. The HRBP will act as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, driving talent strategy, organizational development, and workforce planning.  This role requires a blend of strategic thinking and hands-on execution to support a high-performing, engaged workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with Company leaders to understand organizational goals and translate them into effective HR strategies and workforce plans.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for managers and employees on HR-related matters, including performance management, employee relations, and policy interpretation.
• Provide coaching and guidance to people managers on leadership development, team dynamics, and performance improvement.
• Lead and support organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning efforts.
• Partner with Company leaders to forecast hiring needs and support recruitment for key roles.
• Analyze HR metrics and trends (turnover, engagement, performance) to recommend proactive solutions.
• Manage employee relations issues, including investigations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions, ensuring compliance with employment law and company policy.
• Support compensation and benefits planning, including salary reviews, promotions, and job leveling.
• Champion employee engagement and culture initiatives within the business unit.
• Drive change management efforts for organizational transitions, restructures, or process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• Process payroll ensuring accuracy and timeliness in coordination with Payroll/Finance.  Maintain employee files.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years in an HRBP or generalist role supporting groups of 50+.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience managing employee relations issues with sound judgment and discretion.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage HR data to inform decisions.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in HR, Organizational Development, or related field.
• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP).
• Experience supporting a fast-paced, growth-oriented business.
• Familiarity with ADP and Netsuite.

Core Competencies

• Business acumen and strategic thinking
• Emotional intelligence and conflict resolution
• Change management
• Data-driven decision making
• Confidentiality and professional integrity
• Collaboration and influence without authority

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays

Reporting Structure

Reports To: Chief Financial Officer 

Direct Reports: None