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HR Business Partner

The HRBP is a mid-level professional in, typically, a growing company whose responsibilities include hiring, compensation and benefits, HR administration, and other tasks.
HR Role family: Solution architect
Salary range: $73,000 - 89,000Gross salary range estimation based on US salary benchmark data collected in 2022
Work experience: 1-3 yearsAverage minimum year of (relevant) work experience required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting leaders in decision-making related to people management issues and ensuring compliance with processes related to HR (training and development, employee engagement, performance, career, pay, attraction and selection, etc.)
Analyzing people management indicators and developing initiatives from insights collected
Participating in the development or improvement of people management processes

Skills & Competencies

Analytics Translation
Builds Trust
Business Advisory/Partnering/Generalist
Compensation
Employee Relations and Labour
Interprets context
Manages Conflict
Sets direction
Solves Problems
Talent and Performance Management
Understands Customers

Career paths

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HR Business Partner
Talent Manager
Divisional/ Regional HR Head
Chief People Officer (CHRO)
HR Business Partner
Senior HR Business Partner
Global HR Business Partner
HR Director
HR Business Partner
Divisional/ Regional HR Head
Head of HR
Chief People Officer (CHRO)
HR Business Partner
OD Specialist
Talent Manager
Head of Digital HR
Head of Employee Experience

Training programs

Certificate Program

HR Generalist

Beginner | 32 hours

Gain the skills you need to hire, engage, and develop your company’s most valuable asset — its people.

Certificate Program

HR Business Partner 2.0

Intermediate | 46 hours

Take your rightful seat at the table with strategic business partner skills.

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Job Description Template: HR Business Partner

Job Title: HR Business Partner

Location: [Insert location]

Reports to: [Insert name and title of supervisor]

The HR Business Partner is responsible for providing strategic HR support and guidance to senior leaders and managers in the organization. They work closely with key stakeholders to develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that support the overall business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders and managers to understand their business objectives and develop HR strategies to support them.
  • Provide guidance and advice to managers on HR policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with HR laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement HR programs and initiatives to support employee engagement, retention, and development.
  • Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement, and develop action plans to address them.
  • Partner with the talent acquisition team to identify and recruit top talent to meet the organization's business needs.
  • Facilitate the performance management process, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development plans.
  • Coach managers on effective leadership and management practices.
  • Manage employee relations issues, and provide guidance and advice on conflict resolution and employee discipline.
  • Support organizational change initiatives, and partner with managers to ensure successful implementation.

Key Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner in a large organization.
  • Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations.
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing HR programs and initiatives that support business objectives.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.
  • Strong analytical skills, and ability to use HR metrics and data to drive decision-making.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with senior leaders and influence decision-making.

Detailed Responsibilities & Tasks

  • Act as a strategic partner to senior leaders and managers to understand their business objectives and develop HR strategies to support them.
  • Provide guidance and advice to managers on HR policies and procedures, and ensure compliance with HR laws and regulations.
  • Develop and implement HR programs and initiatives to support employee engagement, retention, and development.
  • Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement, and develop action plans to address them.
  • Partner with the talent acquisition team to identify and recruit top talent to meet the organization's business needs.
  • Facilitate the performance management process, including goal setting, performance reviews, and development plans.
  • Coach managers on effective leadership and management practices.
  • Manage employee relations issues, and provide guidance and advice on conflict resolution and employee discipline.
  • Support organizational change initiatives, and partner with managers to ensure successful implementation.

Detailed Skills Description

  • Business acumen: HR Business Partners need to have a solid understanding of the organization's operations, financials, and overall strategy to effectively align HR practices with business objectives.
  • Strategic thinking: HR Business Partners need to be able to develop and implement HR strategies that support the organization's goals and objectives, and be able to anticipate and respond to future business needs.
  • Relationship building: HR Business Partners need to build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization, including senior leaders, managers, and employees, to effectively support HR initiatives.
  • Communication: HR Business Partners need to be able to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including presenting data and insights in a clear and concise manner.
  • Change management: HR Business Partners need to be able to effectively manage change initiatives, including communicating change, addressing resistance, and ensuring successful implementation.
  • Talent management: HR Business Partners need to have expertise in talent acquisition, development, and retention to effectively support the organization's workforce needs.
  • Data analysis: HR Business Partners need to be able to analyze and interpret HR data to inform decision-making and measure the success of HR initiatives.
  • Problem solving: HR Business Partners need to be able to identify and solve complex HR problems, often requiring a creative and analytical approach.
  • Collaboration: HR Business Partners need to be able to work collaboratively with other HR professionals and teams to ensure consistent and effective delivery of HR programs and services.

KPIs for this role

  • Time-to-fill: The average amount of time it takes to fill open positions, which can be an indicator of the efficiency of the talent acquisition process.
  • Employee engagement survey results: The results of employee surveys measuring engagement and satisfaction with the organization, which can be an indicator of the effectiveness of HR programs and initiatives.
  • HR cost per employee: The total cost of HR services and programs divided by the number of employees, which can be an indicator of the efficiency of HR operations.
  • Diversity and inclusion metrics: The percentage of employees from underrepresented groups and the effectiveness of HR programs to support diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • Performance management metrics: The percentage of employees who meet or exceed performance expectations and the effectiveness of HR programs to support performance management.
  • Leadership effectiveness: The ability of HR to develop and support effective leadership practices, as measured by feedback from managers and leaders.
  • Compliance metrics: The effectiveness of HR programs and processes to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements