HR Business Partner

Extraordinary people skills: must be empathetic, patient, confident, good-humored, and able to interact well with a broad spectrum of personality types.
Excellent written and verbal communication.
Strong understanding of HR best practices, employee relations, and employment law.
Proven experience in human resources, preferably in a fast-paced high-growth start-up environment.
Ability to assess needs, solve problems, and provide creative solutions that align with the business’s needs and goals.
Strong knowledge of local labor laws and compliance. Preferred knowledge of state laws in multiple states.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills.
Proficiency in HRIS (preferably HiBoB and Deel) and performance management systems (preferably Lattice).
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
High level of professionalism, integrity, accountability and confidentiality.
HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP) preferred but not required.

Serve as a strategic advisor to managers on people-related matters, including workforce planning, team structure, performance management and employee engagement.
Align HR initiatives with business objectives to drive performance and employee success.
Act as a trusted resource for employees, addressing concerns and fostering a positive workplace culture.
Handle employee relations matters, investigations, and conflict resolution while ensuring compliance with company policies and employment laws.
Implement and support engagement initiatives that enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
Support performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, and career development discussions.
Coach managers on employee development strategies and succession planning.
Assist in executing learning and development programs to enhance employee skills and leadership capabilities.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
Update and enforce HR policies and procedures to maintain a fair and compliant workplace.
Partner with legal and HR teams on employment law matters as needed.
Provide guidance on compensation and benefits programs to support talent attraction and retention.
Assist in annual salary review processes and benchmarking efforts.
Analyze HR data and trends to provide insights and recommendations for business leaders.
Support HR initiatives through reporting on key metrics such as turnover, engagement, and DEI efforts.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
3-6 years of HR experience, preferably in a business partner role.
Experience with HRIS systems and HR analytics is a plus.