Senior People Business Partner

Job Description Job Description Talent Connections has been retained to lead the search for a Senior People Business Partner with our Virginia Beach-based client. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic HR leader who enjoys partnering closely with business leaders, navigating complex employee relations matters, and helping drive a high-performing, people-focused culture across a distributed workforce.
The ideal candidate is a trusted advisor who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution while supporting organizational growth, leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, and compliance initiatives.

Position Overview
The Senior People Business Partner will collaborate with leaders across the organization to align people strategies with business objectives. This role will serve as a key resource for employee relations, leadership coaching, performance management, organizational effectiveness, and HR compliance.
This position is well suited for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates sound judgment, and can effectively influence leaders at multiple levels of the organization.

Key Responsibilities
Partner with business leaders to support organizational objectives and workforce initiatives
Provide consultative guidance on employee relations, performance management, coaching, policy interpretation, and workplace concerns
Conduct and manage employee investigations with professionalism, consistency, and discretion
Support leaders with performance improvement plans, corrective actions, and employee development conversations
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and company policies
Collaborate with HR team members on onboarding, offboarding, employee engagement, and talent initiatives
Assist with leave administration, accommodations, and related employee support processes
Support employee communication and education around benefits and HR programs
Participate in organizational culture, wellness, and engagement initiatives
Stay informed on HR trends, compliance updates, and best practices

Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field preferred
7+ years of progressive HR experience with strong employee relations and business partnership experience
Demonstrated experience supporting leaders in a complex, fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of employment law and HR compliance practices
Proven ability to influence leaders and manage sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills
Strong business acumen and strategic mindset
Experience with HRIS systems such as Workday is a plus
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR certification preferred

What We’re Looking For
We are seeking a collaborative and solutions-oriented HR professional who can quickly build trust, navigate complex situations with confidence, and serve as a strategic partner to the business. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing and evolving organization.
Company Description ABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS
Founded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.

At Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting Company Description ABOUT TALENT CONNECTIONS\r\nFounded in 1998, Talent Connections, LLC has established itself as a premier professional services firm specializing in the Human Resources sector. Based in Atlanta, GA, we have spent over two decades perfecting our craft in HR services while forging thousands of transformative connections. Our expertise spans a range of solutions, including targeted HR search, dynamic contract recruiting, innovative Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), and expert HR consulting.\r\n\r\nAt Talent Connections, we are more than just a service provider; we are your trusted partner for all things HR, and we want you to experience the difference. Learn more and contact us by visiting