The HR Business Partner delivers top-tier advisory services and assistance to both the HR team and employees across various human resources programs. They partner with business leadership to define and drive a strategic talent agenda that is focused on continuously elevating the talent bar and employee experience within assigned business groups and across the firm.

Client Details

Our client is a prestigious global alternative investment manager and financial services firm with offices across North America, Europe, APAC, and the Middle East. This hire is based in their New York office, located in Midtown, Manhattan.

Description

Responsibilities of the HR Business Partner include:

• Collaborate with Global or Lead HR Business Partners to assist designated business/client groups
• Serve as the primary liaison for specific levels within client groups for daily HR concerns under the supervision of Global or Head HR Business Partners
• Offer advisory services, guidance, coaching, andmentorship to designated client groups or levels within the organization regarding organizational issues, including, but not limited to:
  • Overall talent strategy encompassing organizational structure, design, and succession planning
  • Initiatives to enhance the employee experience, boost morale, and improve productivity and retention
  • Facilitation of major annual processes such as performance management, promotions, compensation, and workforce planning and budgeting
  • Providing feedback to employees, aiding in career development, addressing under-performance, managing disciplinary actions, and handling separations
  • Facilitating employee transfers and promotions, as well as voluntary and involuntary separations, conducting exit interviews and separation meetings
• Stay informed about market developments to offer proactive business insights
• Collaborate with HR Centers of Expertise to implement business priorities and achieve objectives, including:
  • Partnering with Talent Acquisition to assess candidates, manage vacancies, and contribute to hiring decisions and compensation discussions as necessary
  • Engaging with Talent Development to enhance employee growth and development
  • Assisting Reward initiatives in the annual compensation process and benchmarking endeavors
  • Collaborating with Diversity, Equity & Inclusion efforts to drive impactful engagement initiatives in line with diversity and inclusion goals
  • Working with HR Operations to utilize metrics and data for tailored solutions
• Assist Global or Lead HR Business Partners in various HR-related tasks and initiatives
• Stay updated on legal requirements related to employee management to mitigate legal risks and ensure compliance, collaborating with the legal department as required
• Analyze HR trends and metrics with the HR team to devise strategies, programs, and policies
• Support the Talent Management team in executing projects aligned with strategic goals

Profile

Qualifications of the successful HR Business Partner candidate:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 6-8 years of HR experience; 4 with client facing, business partnering responsibilities
• Experience within the Financial Services industry (Investment Management, Investment Banking, Private Equity) required
• Experience supporting an employee population of at least 200-300 professionals

• Ability to successfully manage multiple complexes, time sensitive priorities and competing demands with multiple stakeholders by leveraging a hands-on approach

• Strong time management and prioritization skills; ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong attention to detail, highly organized and process-driven

• Outstanding communication (written and verbal), presentation, documentation, and interpersonal skills

• Client focus and ability to confidently interact with various levels of an organization

• Strong analytical ability and evaluative thinking skills; demonstrated ability to analyze data, spot trends and put forth value added observations/recommendations

• Ability to work collaboratively and develop strong partnerships with clients and HR Centers of Expertise

• A self-directed individual with a can-do attitude, willing to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment, proactive in nature, and a proven ability to learn quickly, and display flexibility

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability; demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making

• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately; demonstrates highest levels of judgment and integrity

• Flexible in terms of hours to coordinate with team members across various time zones

Job Offer

• Base salary $135,000 - $175,000 commensurate on experience
• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision, etc.
• 401k match
• PTO and paid company holidays
• Hybrid working (3 days on-site in Manhattan office)

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