Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Position Title: Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Compensation: $85,000–$115,000 base salary, depending on experience

About the Job:

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged by our client to recruit a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to support a growing, employee-owned organization operating in a technical, professional services environment. The company partners with clients across a range of complex, project-based work, providing specialized expertise that supports infrastructure, operations, and long-term business performance. With steady growth and a strong emphasis on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement, this is an organization where people and quality truly matter.

In this role, the Senior HRBP serves as a trusted partner to business leaders, supporting talent initiatives, employee relations, compensation guidance, and organizational effectiveness. This is a visible, hands-on role well suited for an HR professional who enjoys working closely with leadership, balancing day-to-day people support with strategic initiatives, data-driven insights, and change management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary HR partner to assigned business leaders, aligning HR strategies with business objectives
• Support talent management initiatives including workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development
• Coach leaders on performance management, team dynamics, engagement, and change management
• Manage employee relations matters, including investigations and fair, timely conflict resolution
• Lead cyclical HR programs such as performance reviews, compensation actions, engagement surveys, and workforce planning
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Partner with compensation leaders to support external competitiveness and internal equity
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition) to ensure consistent execution of HR programs
• Serve as a thought partner during reorganizations, leadership transitions, and cultural initiatives
• Conduct exit interviews, assess turnover trends, and recommend retention strategies
• Mentor and support Associate HRBPs or HR team members as needed

Required Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 3+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in an HR Business Partner or Generalist role
• Demonstrated success advising leaders and managing complex employee relations matters
• Strong working knowledge of HR policies, employment practices, and compliance
• Proficiency with HRIS systems (ADP experience preferred), reporting, and analytics
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple priorities

Preferred

Skills:

• Experience in consulting, engineering, or professional services environments
• Ownership of HR programs such as performance management, benefits, or engagement initiatives
• Experience supporting organizational change, growth, or restructuring
• Advanced Excel or reporting skills and the ability to translate data into insights
• Comprehensive health and insurance benefits
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Long-term savings programs
• Generous paid time off

About Lakeside HR Group:

At Lakeside HR Group, we understand that finding the right role is about more than just matching skills to a job description. We are a boutique human resources consulting and recruiting firm that partners closely with candidates to provide a personalized, thoughtful experience. When you work with Lakeside, you gain access to a dedicated team committed to supporting your career goals every step of the way.