Senior HR Business Partner

Summary

The position serves as a trusted HR advisor to leaders aligning business objectives with HR strategies and solutions. This position is both hands‑on and strategic and provides expertise in the areas of employee relations, workforce planning, performance management, compensation, employee retention, coaching/development, conflict management and ad hoc projects as necessary.

• Act as an advisor and thought partner to leaders, to elevate people strategies. Provide leadership and partnership to management and employees to deliver a variety of strategic and tactical HR support and programs.
• Provides ownership and accountability for key business departments and provide recommendations to guide decisions related to compensation, organizational structures, retention, and other employee‑related activities.
• Drive change through data‑based insights and influence. Serve as change champion in support of HR initiatives and functional strategy.
• Design organization structures that are efficient and built to address the company's business strategies.
• Manage and facilitate talent development programs, including succession planning/talent reviews, career conversations, and employee development.
• Coach leadership and employees on policy and procedure, conflict resolution, and change management to promote a fair and equitable work environment
• Identify and improve leadership and management practices; collaborate with the business and other HR staff to develop resolution strategies when specific ER issues arise.
• Deploy appropriate tools to develop and engage leaders, build a diverse bench, and assess training needs for teams and leadership development.
• Evaluate and provide input on rewards and recognition with cross‑functional partners: educate leaders on compensation practices and partner with compensation and benefits teams to ensure competitive packages.
• Partner with Leadership and coordinate with HR Specialists on employee relations, onboarding, terminations and job changes.
• Lead and contribute to HR initiatives with stakeholders throughout HR
• Provide input into HR system designs and enhancements.
• Understand, integrate and provide counsel to the business on the various HR programs; ensure HR programs are effectively communicated, implemented and utilized with minimal disruption and strong client partnership.
• May lead and take ownership of key projects, initiatives and participate in cross‑functional, critical teams.

• Business acumen with excellent analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal business partner.
• Demonstrated success in listening, influencing and coaching at the leadership level.
• Must have advanced knowledge and demonstrated capability in Human Resources functions and practices (e.g. organizational design and consulting, employee/associate relations, performance management, training, compensation, recruiting, associate engagement and retention, employment law, organizational development, change leadership, coaching and communications.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and must be able to communicate complex issues across all levels of organization.
• Experience working in a collaborative environment; high level of follow‑through and accountability.
• Verbal and written communication skills; proactive communicator able to influence and encourage innovation
• Resilient and adapts quickly to changing factors
• Strong problem‑solver with the ability to handle sensitive/confidential information.
• In‑depth knowledge of legal/regulatory federal and state requirements and ensure fair and consistent daily management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance for employees.

• None

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field.
• Minimum 7 years' demonstrated experience in assisting managers with talent management, addressing organizational and employee development issues, and resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Experience in banking or financial services strongly preferred.
• PHR or SHRM Certification strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications
• Workday

• PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP or SCP certification

• 10% travel