Senior HR Business Partner

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Senior HR Business Partner (Senior HRBP)
Role Summary

The Witt O'Brien's Government Solutions Team is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner (Senior HRBP) to join our team, partner with senior leaders to create and drive people and business initiatives and cultivate identity and culture within the organization. The position reports to the VP of HR and will be responsible for working with Government Solutions Business Leaders, managers and employees on a wide variety of employee relations issues. The Senior HRBP role is both strategic and hands-on serving as consultant/partner to both the senior leaders and respective management teams on HR-related employee matters, providing full cycle Human Resources support with the goal of aligning best HR practices to business strategies.
Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leadership to create and execute people strategy, develop senior leaders, and mitigate risks across the organization
• Engage with senior leaders and specialist subject matter experts - such as Talent Management, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, etc. - to define and tackle organizational obstacles
• Think big about how to implement longer-term strategic initiatives like workforce planning, career development, and succession planning
• Work closely with senior leaders/supervisors to provide expertise and hands-on support in multiple areas including workforce planning, on boarding, employee retention, employee relations, supervisor coaching, performance management and change management
• Maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees and HR compliance
• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and company policies
• Conduct thorough and objective investigations as needed, assess risk, and provide advice and options for appropriate course of action, working closely with the Business Leaders, supervisors, and legal as appropriate
• Work with the business to define and drive organizational health metrics, lead talent reviews, and champion DEI initiatives
• Drive the implementation of performance management systems and initiatives to foster a high-performance culture
• Provide performance management guidance to management for coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions
• Act as point-of-contact for guidance on compensation actions, including individual promotions, equity adjustments and related actions. Identify business case for position or job group compensation changes, and incentive compensation changes
• Provide training/development programs, resources, tools and templates to equip supervisors to more independently manage basic employee relations and performance management matters
• Support leaders in change management initiatives and organizational development projects
• Ensure effective communication and engagement strategies within the business units

Qualifications and Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive HR experience; including 5 years of significant experience in employee relations and conducting workplace investigations
• MBA, Advanced degree with concentration in Human Resource Management or related field; Certified as PHR/SPHR and/or SHRM
• Proven track record of partnering with legal, business leadership, and HR leaders on workplace relations matter
• Earns the confidence and trust of others, delivers on commitments, demonstrates unwavering commitment to ethical conduct, and protects confidential information
• Knowledge of state and Federal laws pertaining to employment and labor, as well as a deep understanding of core HR policies and processes
• Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with employees and outside contacts at all levels; both in oral and written form
• Strong analytical skills to interpret data necessary to identify trends and areas of risk
• Must be able to work independently, manage multiple priorities simultaneously, and adapt to a fast-paced environment
• Excellent planning and organizational skills, as well as attention to detail
• Ability to use diplomacy and tact in confrontational situation
• Excellent conflict resolution and negotiations skills, as well as ability to effectively influence individuals of varying backgrounds and learning style
• Ability to stay current with industry trends and external best practices in order to develop workplace relations programs that foster and maintain a positive work environment
• Experience in change management and organizational development is a plus
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus
• Flexible, Confident, Resilient, Reliable
• Experience in consulting companies
• Differential: Living in EST or CST

Job Description and Hiring Disclaimer

This position description incorporates the core responsibilities of the job. It recognizes that other related duties not specifically mentioned might also be performed, and that not all responsibilities may be carried out depending on operational needs.

The hiring department will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate.

Commitment to Diversity

• Witt O'Brien's is always looking for the most qualified and experienced professionals with a passion for public safety, emergency management, homeland security, disaster response, and continuity of operations.
• We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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