Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its strategic goals, its culture and its competition.

Responsibilities:

• A deep understanding of the business is key. Participate in client activities to build knowledge of the operational objectives and the culture of the assigned regions.
• Conducts weekly meetings with respective business units. Consults with management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Provides HR updates to leadership and receives updates on operational needs and changes while also looking for new opportunities and solutions to deliver HR support that aligns with business goals.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructuring, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.
• Familiar with KPI's and data-driven solutions. Leverage data to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Monitoring trends (such as turnover) to support departments with staffing challenges. Work closely with recruitment colleagues and management groups to identify and remove barriers in filling positions (participation in the recruitment process may be necessary from time to time).
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations in an expedient manner.
• Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Review and enhance current practices to support the growth and evolution of the organization.
• Advises leadership and staff regarding performance management, policy interpretation, procedures, employee benefits, job description development, etc.
• Fluent with compensation policy and able to give counsel/recommendations to leadership -
• Advise management on handling compensation conversations. Identify business cases that support the compensation philosophy and partner with colleagues for solutions.
• Participate in various, ad hoc Human Resources projects and initiatives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Essential Skills and Education / Experience:

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in Corporate Human Resources.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
• Progressive experience developing and implementing HR strategies.
• Model a collaborative leadership style with the ability to build partnerships and influence others.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Prior experience successfully navigating a fast-paced, changing environment is needed.
• Solid working knowledge and application of federal and state laws for the US, including California, regarding human resources.
• Demonstrated project management skills. Organized, with attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and consultative approach; tactful in dealing with people at all levels.
• Strong sense of urgency, self-motivated and positive.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization (hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors).
• Proven time management skills with an ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Up to 25% travel required.