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Lead HR Business Partner

Lead HR Business Partner

CompanyOpenGov
LocationAtlanta, GA, USA
Salary$120000 – $150000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Description

Salary Range: 120000 to 150000 (Currency: USD) (Pay period: per-year-salary)

Job Summary:
The Lead HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, utilizing in-depth professional knowledge and business acumen to drive HR initiatives that align with organizational objectives. This role addresses complex issues through innovative and effective solutions, ensuring interdepartmental collaboration and alignment with broader company goals. The Lead HRBP is accountable for influencing talent strategies, organizational design, and workforce planning while fostering a high-performance culture and improving employee engagement and retention.
Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Partnership
Act as a primary HR advisor to senior leaders, using advanced expertise to provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, talent strategies, and organizational design.
Address complex business challenges by evaluating variable factors, adapting processes, and proposing creative solutions.
Develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals to enhance long-term organizational effectiveness.
Collaborate across HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) and other disciplines to ensure seamless delivery of programs and initiatives.
Network with internal and external stakeholders, influencing decision-making and ensuring alignment with the company’s broader objectives.
Employee Engagement & Retention
Lead company-wide initiatives to promote employee satisfaction, engagement, and a culture of inclusion and innovation.
Resolve complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational values.
Design and implement retention programs and career development initiatives tailored to address workforce needs.
Administer and oversee employee recognition programs to align with company culture and manage associated budgets.
Talent Management & Leadership Development
Oversee performance management processes, including goal-setting, feedback, and rewards alignment.
Develop leadership capabilities by coaching managers and aligning their practices with organizational priorities.
Partner with Learning & Development teams to design and implement targeted training to address talent gaps.
Lead succession planning efforts to ensure organizational readiness for key leadership transitions.
HR Analytics & Data-Driven Decision Making
Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and deliver actionable insights to leadership.
Use data to inform and improve HR processes, programs, and organizational strategies.
Present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leaders to influence business decisions.
Effectively communicate HR updates and initiatives through collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack, email, team meetings).

Requirements and Preferred Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 7+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in an HRBP role. 
  • Demonstrated expertise in handling complex organizational challenges with advanced problem-solving skills.
  • Strong ability to align HR strategies with organizational objectives using a strategic, data-driven approach.
  • Proficiency in navigating employee relations, organizational development, and performance management in dynamic environments.
  • Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in SaaS, technology, or high-growth industries.
  • Familiarity with global HR practices and compliance standards.
  • HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, PHR) is highly desirable.
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth, or matrixed environment.
  • Expertise in change management, leadership coaching, and organizational design.

Benefits

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