Associate HR Business Partner

Associate HR Business Partner

Let’s be unstoppable together!

Circana is a leader in providing technology, AI, and data to fast-moving consumer packaged goods companies, manufacturers, and retailers seeking to optimize their businesses. Circana’s predictive analytics and technology empower clients to measure their market share, understand the underlying consumer behavior driving it, and accelerate their growth. Circana’s Liquid Data technology platform is powered by an expansive, high-quality data set and intelligent algorithms trained on six decades of domain expertise.

At Circana, we are fueled by our passion for continuous learning and growth, we seek and share feedback freely, and we celebrate victories both big and small in an environment that is flexible and accommodating to our work and personal lives. We have a global commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as we believe in the undeniable strength that diversity brings to our business, employees, clients, and communities. With us, you can always bring your full self to work. Join our inclusive, committed team to be a challenger, own outcomes, and stay curious together. Circana is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®. This prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Circana.

Learn more at www.circana.com.

What will you be doing?

This role is ideal for someone in the early stages of their HR career looking to grow into a true HR Business Partner. You’ll be an integral support to our HRBP team—someone who enjoys managing core HR processes while gradually taking on more ownership and working directly with business leaders. This role is well-suited for someone who thrives in both structured and ambiguous situations, takes initiative to figure things out, and values being part of a collaborative team.   The Associate HRBP will support our Operations and Business ATP (AI, Technology, and Product) teams, working across a wide range of HR activities—think employee relations coaching, talent acquisition support, immigration support, performance conversations, reporting, and more. While your focus will be on supporting our U.S. employee population, there will be opportunities to collaborate with our global teammates.  

Job Responsibilities

• Support the HRBP team in executing cyclical HR processes and owning day-to-day HR tasks that keep things running smoothly

• Provide guidance and support to business leaders while collaborating with Circana’s HR Centers of Excellence (Talent Acquisition, Immigration, Talent Enablement, etc.)

• Assist in employee relations efforts, with a focus on coaching and performance management; support occasional investigations as needed

• Build strong, service-oriented relationships with employees and leaders by providing timely communication, follow-ups, and thoughtful partnership

• Collaborate cross-functionally with HR Ops, Finance, and Talent Acquisition to support team and business goals

• Gain a deep understanding of the business and team dynamics to ensure HR practices are aligned with needs

• Own and maintain regular reporting; strong Excel skills are essential, including the ability to analyze data and provide insights

• Be proactive in problem-solving—willing to figure things out independently, take initiative, and surface solutions when challenges arise

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

• 2+ years of HR experience in a generalist or HR support role, ideally with exposure to employee relations, performance management, and/or coaching

• Strong Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups); must be comfortable learning new functions independently and figuring things out as needed

• Resourceful and proactive with sound judgment and a strong foundational understanding of core HR functions—including employee relations, talent development, organizational development, and change management

• Self-starter with a flexible, solutions-focused mindset; thrives in environments with evolving processes and ambiguity

• Collaborative team player who communicates clearly, follows through, and enjoys pitching in wherever needed

• Comfortable offering creative ideas and problem-solving in real time, even when faced with unfamiliar situations

• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred

• Experience with HR systems like UKG o