Field Human Resource Business Partner

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery; Town of Poland (NY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching bonus based on performance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A nationwide restaurant chain is seeking a Field Human Resource Business Partner to serve as a strategic partner to field leadership and employees across multiple locations. This role involves driving HR strategies, resolving employee relations issues, ensuring compliance, and supporting recruitment. Candidates should have 5+ years of HR experience, strong relationship-building skills, and be adaptable to frequent travel. Offering a dynamic work environment with flexible work-from-home options.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience, including field HRBP or similar roles.
• Strong organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
• Ability to travel frequently and adapt to dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Partner with regional managers for HR strategy alignment.
• Resolve employee relations issues, coach managers, and engage employees.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.
• Guide performance management processes and promote company values.
• Support recruitment and onboarding for field roles.
• Deliver HR training programs to field leaders.
• Lead change management initiatives during organizational transformations.
• Use HR data and analytics to monitor and improve HR metrics.

Skills

Employment law knowledge

Relationship building

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Coaching skills

Project management

Flexibility

HRIS proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or Business Administration

HR certifications (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR)

Tools

ADP WFN

Job description

Future Opening: Field Human Resource Business Partner

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matchingBonus based on performance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Overview

The Field Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to field leadership and a trusted advisor to employees across multiple locations. The Field HRBP provides HR guidance, support, and expertise on various HR functions, including talent management, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. This role requires frequent travel and direct engagement with field teams to drive the execution of HR strategies and initiatives aligned with business objectives.

Responsibilities Include

• Partner with regional managers to understand business goals and develop HR strategies that align with operational objectives across multiple locations.
• Act as the primary point of contact for resolving employee relations issues in the field. Provide coaching and counsel to managers and employees to foster a positive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies across all locations. Conduct audits and investigations and provide recommendations to mitigate risk.
• Guide managers in performance management processes, including setting objectives, conducting evaluations, and managing underperformance.
• Promote company values and drive engagement initiatives at the field level. Conduct surveys and pulse checks to assess employee satisfaction and work with leadership to address concerns.
• Support the recruitment and onboarding process for field roles, ensuring the right talent is hired. Collaborate on succession planning, workforce planning, and employee retention strategies.
• Deliver training programs to field leaders and employees on HR‑related topics such as leadership development, diversity and inclusion, and performance management.
• Support and lead change management initiatives during organizational transformations, ensuring smooth transitions and consistent communication across all locations.
• Leverage HR data and analytics to monitor key HR metrics in the field (e.g., turnover, engagement, performance) and provide actionable insights for improvement.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Advanced degrees or HR certifications (e.g., SHRM‑CP, SHRM‑SCP, PHR, SPHR) are advantageous.
• Experience: 5+ years of HR experience, with at least 2‑3 years in a field HRBP or similar multi‑location role.
• Skills and Competencies:
  • Strong understanding of employment law and compliance requirements across multiple states or regions.
• Ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Excellent problem‑solving, conflict resolution, and coaching skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Flexibility and adaptability to travel frequently and work in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Proficient in HR systems (HRIS) such as ADP WFN and data analysis tools.

Working Conditions

• Frequent travel is required, typically up to 50‑75%, depending on the number of locations supported.
• Ability to work remotely while maintaining regular communication and accessibility to field teams.
• Flexibility to adjust working hours to meet the needs of various time zones and locations.

This position description is not intended, and should not be considered to be, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, effort or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal job elements essential for making decisions related to job performance, personal development, and compensation.

Flexible work from home options available.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.