Associate HR Business Partner

Imprivata; Waltham (MA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Imprivata in Waltham, MA is seeking an Associate HR Business Partner to partner with HR colleagues and business leaders across assigned groups, delivering day-to-day HR support and strategic advice.

This hybrid role emphasizes employee relations, talent development, workforce planning, and data-driven HR initiatives, including using AI-enabled tools to improve processes. Competitive compensation and opportunities await.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business administration or related discipline.
• 1–3 years HR generalist/people operations experience.
• Interest in developing as an HRBP with business acumen.
• Foundational understanding of employee relations, performance management, lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR partnership across assigned business units.
• Guide managers on HR policies, employee relations and performance management.
• Coach frontline managers on engagement, development and workplace matters.
• Support employee engagement, culture and recognition initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Analytical mindset

Microsoft Office

HRIS proficiency

AI-enabled tools usage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline

Tools

HRIS platforms

Reporting tools

Job description

Ready to join a team that's all in? At Imprivata, we deliver unified access and security management programs that eliminate friction, empowering healthcare and mission-critical organizations to work smarter, faster, and more securely.

We believe work can be more than a job or task-it's a collective spirit; the type that emboldens creativity, embraces challenge, and fosters excitement. We are constantly raising the bar on what's possible, owning the outcome of our triumphs and trials, staying nimble amidst change, and cultivating an environment where we win together. Here, your ideas matter, your differences are celebrated, and your work drives real results-for your career, your teammates, and our customers.

When you join Imprivata, you embark on a shared journey of ambition and growth. We're committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. If you're looking for a place to match your passion with purpose-and where every day you can make an impact-you'll find it here.

We are seeking an Associate HR Business Partner to join our team. This is a hybrid opportunity based out of our Waltham, MA office.

Job Summary

The Associate Human Resources Business Partner partners with HR Business Partners and business leaders to support the execution of people strategies across assigned business groups. This role provides day-to-day HR partnership while developing business acumen and consultative skills in areas including employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and employee engagement.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build an understanding of assigned business units, organizational priorities, and business objectives to provide effective HR support and recommendations.
• Serve as a trusted HR resource for managers and employees by providing guidance on HR policies, employee relations, performance management, and employee development.
• Provide coaching and consultative guidance to front-line managers on employee performance, engagement, development, and workplace matters.
• Partner with business leaders and HR colleagues to support employee engagement, culture, recognition, and team-building initiatives that foster an inclusive, high-performing workplace.
• Help develop and execute on company-wide/office-wide events, gatherings, activities, volunteer opportunities, etc.
• Support talent management initiatives, including performance reviews, recognition programs, engagement activities, and employee development.
• Analyze workforce data and HR metrics, identify trends, prepare insights, and support people-related recommendations and decisions.
• Partner with Recruiting and business leaders to support hiring, onboarding, internal mobility, and employee transitions.
• Implement HR programs, change initiatives, and organizational projects across assigned business units.
• Leverage HR technology, reporting tools, automation, and AI-enabled solutions to improve efficiency, streamline work, and support data-informed decision-making.
• Use AI and productivity tools to assist with research, documentation, communications, reporting, knowledge management, and process improvement while maintaining appropriate oversight.
• Other duties as assigned and required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years of Human Resources experience in an HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, HR Representative, People Operations, or similar role.
• Demonstrated interest in developing a career as an HR Business Partner and building business acumen and consultative skills.
• Foundational understanding of employment practices, employee relations, performance management, and the employee lifecycle.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build relationships and establish credibility with employees and managers.
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and project coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to work with workforce data, recognize trends, and communicate clear observations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, HRIS platforms, reporting tools, and productivity technologies.
• Comfort using AI-enabled tools to enhance research, communication, documentation, reporting, and operational efficiency.

This position offers a total compensation range of $85,000.00 to $95,000.00 (inclusive of base salary and variable compensation, such as bonuses and incentives). In addition, more information about Imprivata's benefit offerings can be found here. This range represents the high and low end of Imprivata's compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, such as a candidate's location, skills, experience, and qualifications.

At Imprivata, we have a top-notch work environment, developmental opportunities, a competitive total rewards package, and the desire to have fun.

Imprivata provides equal employment opportunities, regardless of race, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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