Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

WorkWave is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to play a strategic role in aligning business objectives with employees and management within designated business units. This position partners across HR functions to provide value-added services that support business goals. The HRBP is expected to have a deep understanding of the business unit's financial status, culture, long-term plans, and competitive landscape.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Strategic HR Planning: Collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives and enhance organizational performance.
• Employee Relations: Act as a liaison between management and the Employee Relations team, addressing complex issues and ensuring legal compliance.
• Talent Management: Work with the Talent team to address staffing needs and develop workforce plans.
• Professional Development: Partner with the Professional Development team to manage succession planning and career and leadership development initiatives.
• Change Management: Lead and support organizational change initiatives, ensuring effective transitions and employee buy-in.
• Organizational Development: Proactively assess HR-related needs and develop integrated solutions to address them.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to labor laws and company policies, offering guidance on HR procedures and ensuring consistency across the organization.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Use HR metrics and analytics to guide decision-making and identify areas for improvement.
• Culture and Engagement: Promote employee engagement and a positive organizational culture aligned with company values.
• Compensation and Benefits: Collaborate with the Compensation and Benefits team on salary benchmarking, job evaluations, and pay reviews.

WHAT YOU'LL BRING:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) are a plus.
• At least 7 years in HR, with a minimum of 4 years in an HR Business Partner or strategic HR role.
• Deep understanding of HR processes, labor laws, and industry best practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, with a knack for building relationships across all levels.
• Proven consulting skills for both management and employees, with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficient in HRIS systems; Dayforce experience is a plus.
• Strong analytical abilities to interpret HR data and trends effectively.
• Experience with organizational development and change management.
• Strategic thinker with a solid business acumen.
• Highly organized with strong project management skills.
• Trusted to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Commutable to Holmdel, NJ is preferred 

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT US:  • We are laid back but buttoned up. We offer a casual work environment and remote work flexibility and have a passion for developing creative, innovative best in class solutions that directly contribute to the success of our customers• We care deeply and deliver service and solutions that make a real difference in the lives of our clients and their businesses• We openly accept others as they are and build strong partnerships based on trust• Teamwork and collaboration is key to help our colleagues and customers solve their challenges• Our team is energetic, fun, naturally inquisitive and eager to make an impact, we invite you to join us! 
LOVE WHAT YOU DO, NO MATTER WHERE YOU DO IT: • Join our Remote-First Global Work Community: WorkWave provides an innovative and dynamic remote-first Global Work Community that encourages growth, creativity, and collaboration. No matter what stage of your career or where you live, WorkWave is your place to be part of a global company with a startup feel, where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. 
A GLOBAL COMPANY WITH A LOCAL PRESENCE: • We know that there are benefits of being in the office and working from home. WorkWave promotes a healthy work/life balance and provides employees with the flexibility of collaborating in the office or the option to work virtually if desired. Our teams are well versed at working collaboratively in a fully virtual environment.   • Our HQ is based at our state of the art home office in the historic Bell Works complex located in Holmdel Township, New Jersey. We keep our offices available to all to use when working remotely isn’t feasible, or to help with cross training, t