HR Business Partner

Contract: 3 months

Seattle, WA (hybrid, willing to travel to other locations on occasion)

Our client, a mission-driven nonprofit social enterprise in the Pacific Northwest, is looking for a dynamic HR Business Partner to lead strategic HR initiatives and cultivate a thriving workplace culture. This role encompasses employee relations, performance management, legal compliance, policy development, and workforce planning. As a trusted advisor to leadership, the HRBP provides expert guidance on complex HR matters, ensuring a seamless balance between business goals and employee well-being.

If you're a seasoned HR professional with expertise in employee relations, compliance, and workforce planning, this is your opportunity to drive meaningful change and make a lasting impact!

This role is a 3-month contract with potential for extension.

HR Business Partner Responsibilities:

• Provide HR guidance on policies, compliance, and employee relations, ensuring a fair and legally sound workplace.
• Partner with leaders to drive employee engagement, retention, and change management.
• Lead investigations and resolve complex employee relations issues.
• Analyze HR trends and collaborate with business units to develop strategies and solutions.
• Support leadership development by coaching managers on people management skills.
• Work closely with management to improve workplace relationships, morale, and productivity.
• Identify and address training needs, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Develop job descriptions and ensure consistency in language and expectations.
• Partner with legal counsel when necessary to mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with HR and external partners on community branding and talent pipelines.

HR Business Partner Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of experience as an HR Manager or HR Business Partner, with a focus on resolving complex employee relations issues.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, HR, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Understanding and experience with all HR verticals.
• Strong knowledge of HR laws and compliance regulations.
• SHRM or HRCI certification (or ability to obtain within one year).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to occasionally travel to other offices (from Bellingham to Tacoma and infrequently to Spokane)
• Ability to pass a drug screen (they are a drug-free workplace)

Compensation: $40-53/hour