HR Business Partner

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with an organization in Kansas City, MO, and assisting them with an HR Business Partner search. The HR Business Partner serves as a strategic partner to leaders, supporting organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and performance management across non-union employee populations. This role leads employee relations efforts, supports change initiatives, and drives continuous improvement of HR systems and processes. The position also contributes to advancing talent development and organizational effectiveness practices.

Key Responsibilities

Non-Union Workforce Planning & Recruiting

• Lead all non-union hiring efforts, including exempt and professional roles, from sourcing through selection
• Partner with leaders to identify hiring needs and develop workforce plans for non-union teams
• Oversee the company internship program, including recruitment, onboarding, and overall program coordination

HR Systems, Reporting & Compliance

• Oversee HR systems, ensure data accuracy, and drive process improvements
• Lead workforce reporting, analytics, and compliance activities, including EEO reporting
• Manage HR communications and respond to employee inquiries related to policies, programs, and processes

Benefits Administration

• Oversee company-wide benefits programs, including health, retirement, and related offerings
• Manage open enrollment activities and employee benefit communications
• Ensure compliance with all benefits-related laws and regulations

Talent Assessment & Development

• Lead talent assessment activities and support organizational talent review processes
• Partner with leaders to implement talent development and capability-building initiatives

Employee Relations & Performance Management (Non-Union)

• Lead employee relations matters for non-union employees, including investigations and performance-related issues
• Coach leaders on performance management, accountability, feedback, and employee development

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required
• 5–7 years of progressive human resources experience
• Strong background in employee relations, performance management, and leadership coaching
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and drive business-focused outcomes
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Connects HR initiatives to business objectives; anticipates challenges and recommends proactive solutions
• Influence & Partnership: Builds credibility with leaders; coaches and advises without formal authority
• Employee Relations Expertise: Handles complex situations with sound judgment, fairness, and professionalism
• Performance Coaching: Enables leaders to drive accountability and improve team effectiveness
• Problem Solving: Identifies root causes and implements practical, sustainable solutions
• Change Management: Supports and drives change efforts; helps leaders and teams adapt effectively
• Continuous Improvement: Identifies process inefficiencies and drives scalable HR improvements
• Professional Presence: Communicates clearly and confidently, building trust across all levels of the organization