Human Resources Business Partner II

Serves as a key Human Resources partner supporting assigned business unit(s) in close collaboration with Senior Human Resources Business Partner(s). Provides consultation and guidance to managers and employees on a broad range of Human Resources matters, including policy interpretation, employee relations, performance management, corrective discipline, and organizational processes. This role manages a substantial portfolio of day-to-day HR partnership responsibilities while partnering with Senior HRBPs and/or HR Directors to drive outcomes.

Responsibilities

Serves as a primary day-to-day HR contact for assigned client groups, providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, practices, and employee-related matters; Partners closely with Senior HR Business Partner(s) to support execution of broader workforce and organizational strategies, while independently managing HR issues within assigned areas; Advises managers and employees on employee relations matters, including workplace concerns, conflict resolution, performance improvement, corrective action, and policy interpretation; Assists in resolving employee and supervisor concerns through proactive consultation, coaching, and application of effective problem-solving approaches; Supports implementation of HR initiatives and programs by gathering, analyzing, and interpreting workforce data; Collaborates with Compensation, Benefits, Organizational Development, Talent Acquisition, and Labor Relations; Supports organizational leaders in workforce planning, talent discussions, organizational change efforts, and department-level people initiatives; Ensures compliance with HR policies, employment laws, collective bargaining agreements where applicable, and regulatory requirements; Participates in HR projects, process improvement efforts, and cross-functional initiatives; Builds leadership capability through coaching and consultation with front-line leaders; Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional Human Resources experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple HR issues simultaneously while exercising sound judgment in escalation of higher-risk matters; Experience analyzing workforce data and trends to support recommendations and problem solving; Demonstrated ability to build effective working relationships with leaders, employees, and cross-functional HR partners

Nice to have

Experience working in a matrixed, decentralized, or large complex organization such as higher education, healthcare, research, or similarly regulated environments preferred; Professional HR certification preferred (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP)