Data Centers, Senior HR Business Partner

JLL; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 144,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with matching

Medical, Dental & Vision care

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay

Job summary

JLL is seeking a Sr. People Experience Partner to act as the local HR partner, aligning with global strategy while supporting complex multi-account HR needs. The role will manage 1–2 direct reports and guide account strategy and HR processes on the ground.

Ideal candidates have 7+ years in HR, industry experience in data centers, and expertise in employee relations and performance management. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Qualifications

• 7+ years HR experience.
• Data Centers industry experience.
• Experience with employee relations investigations and performance management.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or related field.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the local HR partner aligning with global strategy.
• Manage 1–2 direct reports and provide coaching/development.
• Lead HR processes and account strategy for complex multi-account scenarios.
• Foster an inclusive culture and exceptional employee experience throughout the lifecycle.
• Coach and advise business stakeholders to drive HR initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sr. People Experience Partner Role

The Sr. People Experience Partner (PXP) is an experienced HR professional who will use their business acumen, HR expertise, and local knowledge to enable business and HR priorities. PXPs work closely with business leadership and our Centers of Excellence to enhance the employee experience and help our talent do their best work.

Functional Knowledge

• Act as local delivery experts of JLL's global HR strategy, ensuring that local policies and practices align with the Global HR strategy
• Manage 1-2 direct reports, providing escalation guidance and career development to them
• In a player/coach role, support complex, multi‑x accounts as the primary HR partner who directs account strategy and execution of HR processes and tasks
• Proactively anticipate vertical‑ and country‑wide opportunities or issues and develop innovative solutions to address the opportunities at the root cause with a view to achieve sustainable outcomes
• Enable an exceptional employee experience during critical moments throughout the employee lifecycle (e.g., onboarding, performance review, promotion)
• Contribute toward a culture of inclusion that celebrates employee diversity and promotes belonging
• Lead or participate in just‑in‑time projects that impact business results
• Manage various degrees of employee relations situations and performance management in partnership with JLL's Employee Relations and Performance Coach teams
• Provide consultation to business stakeholders through coaching, training, and advisory support
• Build strong, meaningful relationships with employees and People Partners, acting as the primary touchpoint on the ground

Qualifications and Experience

• Human Resources experience of 7+ years
• Industry experience in Data Centers
• Experience with Employee Relations (investigations, claims, performance management, etc.)
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (e.g., BS in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related vocational apprenticeship)
• Experience working in a matrixed, geographically distributed organization
• Skilled team player who can communicate thoughts clearly and effectively
• Preferred experience with transition, expansion, and/or decommission activities
• Strong financial acumen preferred
• Past people‑manager experience preferred

Skills & Competencies

Leadership

• Serve as the primary HR partner for the account, escalating and partnering as necessary
• Facilitate local and regional employee trainings and programs
• Influence without direct control or ownership of decision making

Problem Solving

• Excellent organizational skills with a solutions‑oriented mindset
• Initiate escalation to leadership and partner with others to resolve existing or anticipated problems

Interpersonal Skills

• Adjust communication styles to varying situations to effectively engage diverse stakeholders
• Cultivate robust and meaningful relationships to serve as a trusted HR expert for employees and managers
• Exceed expectations and create wow within the business

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Estimated Compensation

144,000.00 – 162,000.00 USD per year

Location

On‑site – Amarillo, TX; Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Denver, CO; Houston, TX; Las Vegas, NV; Nashville, TN; Phoenix, AZ

Personalized Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process — including the online application and overall selection process — you may email us at [e-mail].