Senior HR Business Partner

Department:

Human Resources

We are Walker & Dunlop.  We are one of the largest providers of capital to the commercial real estate industry, enabling real estate owners and operators to bring their visions of communities — where people live, work, shop, and play — to life. We are committed to creating meaningful social, environmental, and economic change in our communities. We believe seeking diverse talent and promoting the inclusion of all perspectives are more than moral imperatives – they are critical to our success and ability to innovate and grow.

Department Overview

Our Human Resources department at Walker & Dunlop is more than just policies and procedures – we’re the stewards of the Walker & Dunlop employee experience. Our dedicated team of HR professionals is here to ensure that every employee experiences W&D as a great place to work.

We know that W&D’s success is closely tied to the engagement, health, and professional fulfillment of our employees. Throughout W&D’s history, our people have remained our top priority. We provide employees with leadership and guidance, supporting their personal and professional growth during every step of their tenure. Our commitment to internal equity is unwavering. We continually review our approach and actions keeping this core value at the forefront. Our unique cultural framework fosters an environment where individual respect is the norm, promoting collaboration within our organization. We live this philosophy through candid communication, commitment to promoting from within, and active involvement in our community.

Join us, and experience how the Human Resources department at Walker & Dunlop brings personal care and professionalism together to ensure your success.

The Impact You Will Have

This position is responsible for providing strategic guidance and tactical HR support to the organization. As an HR Business Partner, you will collaborate with business leaders and the HR leadership team to enhance Walker & Dunlop's culture and the employee experience throughout the employee life cycle.  You will be responsible for overseeing and managing various HR processes, including performance management, employee development, talent planning and acquisition, succession planning, employee relations, and off-boarding for assigned groups. Your objective will be to ensure that W&D's employee experience aligns with the company's long-term strategic plans and goals, contributing to talent retention and maintaining our reputation as a great place to work.  As the primary point of contact for people matters, you will provide personalized support and guidance to department heads, managers, and employees, offering one-on-one assistance in addressing their HR needs.

The right candidate will be passionate about providing an inclusive, best-in-class working experience for all our employees. They will be able to manage and lead effectively, as well as persuade and educate when necessary. They need to conduct research and analysis, collaborate with leaders and employees, and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Additionally, they must be able to identify areas where improvements can and need to be made.

Primary Responsibilities

• HR Partnership

  • Develop deep relationships with business groups and serve as a strategic partner and advisor across HR disciplines, including organization design, talent management, etc. as outlined above.

  • Serve as the primary HR point of contact for all employees (from entry level to senior management) in assigned business groups.

  • Build a personal rapport with employees to understand their professional development interests and needs.

  • Partner with HR colleagues to hire, onboard, train, support, and exit employees.

  • Drive initiatives to advance company culture. Partner with the DE&I team to support diversity and inclusion initiatives at the department level.

  • Partner with HR Operations team to support projects and initiatives related to candidate, manager, and employee experiences; employer branding; process improvement; and automation.

  • Lead a team that may consist of HR business partners, recruiters, and coordinators/specialists.

• Talent Management

  • Collaborate with the Learning & Development team to identify, develop, and implement programs that align with and integrate into business operations.

  • Play a central role in supporting workf