What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Human Resources Business Partner position at Entergy?
Job title: Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Work Place Flexibility: Hybrid
Location: New Orleans, Louisiana
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
Req ID: 123142
No relocation offered
This position will be filled in New Orleans, LA; The Woodlands, TX may be considered
About the Role
As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, you will partner with leaders and employees across key business areas to align people strategies with business goals and support initiatives that enhance employee experience, organizational effectiveness, and overall business performance.
You will serve as a trusted HR advisor, collaborating across HR functions to develop and continuously improve people programs while influencing leaders and driving meaningful business impact. We’re looking for a proactive, adaptable, and strategic HR professional who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about supporting high-performing teams.
What You’ll Do
- Partner with leaders to align people strategies with business priorities and organizational goals
- Provide HR guidance and support on employee relations, performance management, coaching, career development, and compliance best practices
- Lead talent management, workforce planning, organizational development, and employee engagement initiatives that support business transformation and workplace culture
- Analyze workforce trends and HR metrics to deliver data-driven insights and recommendations
- Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence, Legal, and Labor Relations teams to deliver integrated people solutions
- Facilitate talent discussions, people reviews, and strategic HR initiatives through presentations, communications, and stakeholder engagement
- Build strong relationships across the organization and serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees.
What You’ll Bring
- 4 years of HR experience with a bachelor’s degree preferred in Human Resources, Business, or a related field, or 6 years of experience without a degree.
- Proven experience leading HR teams and serving as an HR Business Partner or strategic HR leader within complex, highly regulated industries such as energy, utilities, nuclear, oil & gas, or power generation.
- Strong knowledge of employee relations, HR compliance, labor practices, and performance management.
- Experience partnering with leaders on talent strategy, workforce planning, succession planning, organizational development, and change management initiatives.
- Strong business and financial acumen with the ability to analyze HR and workforce data, align HR strategies to business goals, and drive business outcomes.
- Experience managing HR projects and leveraging HR systems, analytics, AI-enabled tools, and continuous improvement practices to improve effectiveness.
Why Join Us:
At Entergy, you’ll join a Fortune 500 energy company powering more than 3 million customers across Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas while helping shape the future of reliable, affordable, and cleaner energy. From modern natural gas and nuclear power to renewable energy initiatives, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports communities, drives innovation, and creates long-term impact.
We foster a collaborative and purpose-driven environment where employees are empowered to grow their careers, bring new ideas forward, and make a difference through continuous improvement, teamwork, and community commitment.
Ready to make a meaningful impact? Apply today and grow your career with Entergy.