Strategic HR Business Partner - Remote

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POSITION SUMMARY: STRATEGIC HR BUSINESS PARTNER

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented individual to join our team as a Strategic HR Business Partner. This role requires a highly skilled, experienced HR professional who can effectively manage multiple complex client accounts simultaneously. As an employer, we value individuals who exhibit a strong sense of accountability, provide exceptional service quality, and strive to deliver unparalleled client satisfaction. This role requires meticulously evaluating each situation through a lens of federal, state, and local compliance requirements as well as industry best practices.
Successful candidates must possess a strong compliance background, with extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local regulations within the HR landscape. This foundation ensures meticulous adherence to legal requirements at every turn. They will be seasoned professionals with comprehensive experience in all facets of HR, actively engaging in collaborative efforts with business leaders. As proactive doers, they excel in driving and implementing transformative human resource initiatives, serving as catalysts for positive change within their organizations. Their demonstrated success in executing actionable human capital strategies underscores their ability to consistently deliver desired outcomes.

CANDIDATE PROFILE:

• The ideal candidate for this role is deeply committed to customer satisfaction. You will be responsible for understanding your clients’ unique needs; helping to ensure the longevity of their partnership with our company.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential for success in this role. You must be adept at articulating ideas clearly and promptly responding to client inquiries and concerns.
• Ownership mentality is a core attribute we seek in candidates. You should approach your work with a high level of responsibility, urgency, and accountability, consistently striving to exceed client expectations.
• This role demands a meticulous attention to detail, understanding of federal, state, and local compliance and the ability to manage multiple clients, tasks, and projects concurrently. You should be self-motivated, organized, and capable of delivering high-quality results within specified timelines.
• Enthusiasm for driving positive change and delivering exceptional customer experiences is crucial. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about human resources and possess a proactive mindset in addressing challenges and seeking innovative solutions.

QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES):

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• 7+ years of demonstrated work experience in primary responsibilities described above
• Extensive knowledge of HR principles and federal/state/local regulations
• Prior experience working in a multi-client environment is required
• Proficiency with ADP WFN, Paylocity, Paycor, or UltiPro/UKG software
• Must be self-directed, motivated and possess an ability to work independently with little supervision
• Ability to establish solid relationships with all levels of an organization, strong influencing, and negotiation skills
• Ability to meet strong deliverables with a solutions-oriented approach
• Ability to create, analyze, and report data as it relates to HR metrics
• Excellent problem solving, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to sensitive company and employee information
• Excellent ability to manage competing priorities
• Exhibit extraordinary discretion, confidentiality, flexibility, and willingness to work closely with team members and clients
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) is essential
• SHRM or PHR certification preferred
• Bilingual a plus

• Apply HR principles and practices to client’s overall business strategy, make recommendations to improve approach and/or processes
• Ownership of performance management process including new hire reviews, discipline, and mid-year/full year appraisals depending on client needs
• Ensure legal compliance of HR state and federal regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies/procedures as required
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) on the buildout and delivery of data-informed talent management programs.
• Collaborates with clients’ leadership to understand their unique goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention
• Plans, leads, develops, coordinates, and implements policies, processes, training, initiatives, to support the organizations human resource strategy needs
• Administer leave programs, including paperwork, and comply with all government regulations
• In collaboration with clients’ senior leadership teams, lead compensation planning activities including benchmarking, budget allocation, rewards planning, market wage analysis, pay grades, pay transparency processes, and ensure compliance to FLSA.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, and updates in human resources, talent management, and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to clients’ leadership and employees
• Provide day-to-day guidance and strategic oversight to leaders/managers on a variety of human resources topics, including employee engagement and retention, learning and development opportunities, benefits programs, staffing and recruitment planning, and involvement in the employee lifecycle
• Work with various HRIS systems and optimize usage for HR process efficiency.