Senior Human Resources Business Professional "Senior HRBP"

Company Description

W.F. Baird & Associates “Baird” is expanding their HR department and is excited to present a dynamic opportunity for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner “HRBP” in Madison, Wisconsin. This role requires a generalist who will provide a unique combination of hands-on execution and geographical leadership.

This role will report to the Head of Human Resources, located in Canada. The HRBP will initially be a singular US resource, with potential for team expansion in the future. The HRBP will support the company’s global HR strategy, by bringing US-specific expertise and leadership. 

Company Description: Baird is a 100+ person employee-owned engineering firm specializing in coastal, marine, and riverine engineering with offices in U.S., Canada, Australia, Barbados, Jamaica, Chile, and UK. It is one of the only firms in the world dedicated exclusively to marine and coastal projects.

https://www.baird.com

Job Description

Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Recruitment & Onboarding: Manage and execute end-to-end recruitment and support resource planning initiatives. Maintain familiarity with competitive landscape and market trends. Make recommendations to optimize candidate experience.

Policy & Compliance: The HRBP will be responsible for reviewing existing policies, ensuring multi-state compliance and making recommendations surrounding best practice and risk mitigation.

Performance Management & Employee Development: Support annual performance review and ongoing professional development processes through implementation administration as well as coaching people leaders.

Employee Relations & Culture Champion: Main point of contact for US employees and people leaders. A strong representative of company values and corporate initiatives.

HR Department Optimization: Identify areas of opportunity and make recommendations on HR initiatives that drive business objectives.

Benefits Coordination: Support the administration of all benefit programs and make recommendations for program enhancements based on usage and market trends.

Support international HR requirements: Baird operates as “One Team Worldwide” and the HRBP will support all team members as needed.

Characteristics that make you a good fit for this role:

• Across the organization, people want to work with you because you are approachable, collaborative and flexible.
• You are confident in your HR judgment and can manage inquiries independently but also know when to ask for help.
• You can balance HR objectives with the needs of the business and don’t lose the forest for the trees.
• Your communication (verbal and written) would be described as positive, respectful, clear and concise. Plus, you are a great listener!
• You are a person of high integrity who represents the values of the organization and leads by example.
• You enjoy being proactive and creative.

Qualifications

• Approximately 8-10 years of HR generalist experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources Management or related field
• Must be able to legally work in United States
• Must have a valid passport and ability to travel internationally
• Certified Professional Designation (ie. SHRM), an asset
• Experience working in multi-state or international organizations, an asset

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Baird is employee-owned.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits. 

W.F. Baird & Associates is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an EOE/M/F/D/V.

We thank all candidates for their interest. Baird is a diverse and inclusive workplace that is welcoming to all backgrounds and walks of life. We encourage you to apply even if you don't match all of our job requirements!

Disclaimer: The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees with this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.