AVP, HR Business Partner – Corporate Functions

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Business Unit: Human Resources

Job Title: AVP, HR Business Partner – Corporate Functions

The Human Resources Business Partner ("HRBP") role involves aligning HR strategies with business objectives and implementing critical people initiatives. The HRBP will serve as a hands-on generalist and strategic partner, engaging directly with business leaders and employees at all levels as a credible, trusted advisor on workforce planning and talent management. Other responsibilities include:

• Broad-based human resources leadership tailored to the needs of the business groups; core areas of focus, in collaboration with enterprise COEs, include: recruiting support, talent and performance management, training and development, compensation, DEI, employee relations, and day-to-day HR operations

• Independently execute core cyclical HR processes end-to-end, including compensation, promotions, and talent reviews, with minimal oversight

• Run the mechanics of talent reviews, calibrations, and development tracking, while forming and sharing an independent point of view on talent

• Handle routine employee relations matters independently and escalate complex situations appropriately

• Proactively analyze HR data, identify trends, and surface recommendations; ensure HR data integrity and accuracy by working closely with HRIS and key systems to streamline reporting processes

• Coordinate directly with COEs on recruiting and onboarding activities for supported client groups

• Draft and deliver HR communications and recommendations to business units with minimal supervision

• Partner with the senior HRBP and broader HR team to implement and deliver HR programs—Employee Relations, Recruiting, Talent Development

• Partner with colleagues on the development and implementation of firm-wide HR programs

• Champion the firm's continuing commitment to heterogeneity in its broadest sense and support plans and programs to ensure the company's workforce at all levels reflects this commitment

Qualifications

The individual we seek is an experienced Human Resources professional with broad generalist experience, including organization development and effectiveness. The HRBP, AVP is a collaborative, confident change agent who communicates effectively and persuasively at all levels, both inside and outside of HR. In addition, they should meet the following qualifications:

• Experience to conceptualize, advise on, and lead strategic talent management as well as demonstrated organizational effectiveness/development

• Demonstrated experience to prioritize and translate business initiatives into clear Human Resources strategies, coupled with a process-oriented, forward-looking approach

• Strong project management, financial, and analytical skills with a hands-on approach

• No task too small mentality

• Dives deep into processes and makes suggestions for automation and improvement

• Exercises independent judgment; knows when to act and when to escalate

• Significant expertise in establishing and maintaining strong working relationships across all levels while maintaining appropriate levels of objectivity

• Human resources experience in client-facing roles such as a field-oriented generalist or HR Business Partner; international exposure a plus

• Experience in creating and reinforcing a positive and professional working environment

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree is a plus

• Minimum of 6 years of human resources experience gained, at least in part, at a well-respected professional services, financial services, or technology organization known for disciplined business performance and engaged, consultative human r