HR Business Partner

Quantum Computing Inc.; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is seeking a hands-on HR Business Partner based onsite in Morrisville, NC, to align HR practices with business goals across NC, Indiana, and Illinois.

You will partner with leaders on workforce planning, talent development, and change initiatives while supporting compensation, benefits, payroll, and recruiting with HR specialists. The role requires 5+ years of HR experience (HRBP/Generalist), a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication and analytical skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience; HRBP/HR Generalist background.
• Experience advising and influencing business leaders; direct people management experience not required.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills.
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Solid knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Working knowledge of compensation and benefits programs, coordinating with subject-matter experts.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to develop HR strategies that support objectives.
• Advise on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decisions.
• Support recruitment strategies and talent development initiatives.
• Support performance management processes, goal setting, evaluations, and development plans.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR policies; collaborate with legal and compliance teams.
• Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, promotions, transfers, and reporting changes; maintain HR records.
• Serve as onsite HR resource and escalate specialized or sensitive issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Influencing skills

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) (Nasdaq: QUBT) is an innovative, integrated photonics company that provides accessible and affordable quantum machines to the world today. QCi products are designed to operate at room temperature and low power at an affordable cost. The Company's portfolio of core technology and products offers unique capabilities in high-performance computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and remote sensing applications.

Position Description

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic and hands-on partner to business leaders, aligning HR practices with organizational goals. Based onsite in Morrisville, North Carolina, this role supports NHanced operations across North Carolina, Odon, Indiana, and Batavia, Illinois. The HRBP is the primary HR point of contact for employees and managers across these locations, providing guidance on employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, performance management, organizational changes, and HR operations. The HRBP partners with HR specialists on compensation, benefits, payroll, and recruiting matters to ensure consistent, compliant, and responsive support.

Duties and Responsibilities

Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute HR strategies that support organizational objectives
• Act as a trusted advisor on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and improve business outcomes

Talent Management

• Partner with leaders to identify talent needs and support recruitment strategies
• Support succession planning and talent development initiatives in partnership with business leaders and HR leadership
• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, evaluations, and development plans

Employee Relations

• Provide guidance and resolution on employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent practices
• Conduct investigations and recommend appropriate actions
• Promote a culture of inclusion, respect, and engagement

Organizational Development

• Drive initiatives related to leadership development, team effectiveness, and organizational change
• Support the implementation of training and development programs
• Assist in building high-performing teams aligned to company values

HR Policy & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations
• Interpret and apply HR policies consistently across the organization
• Partner with legal and compliance teams as needed
• Partner with the Compensation team on salary reviews, internal equity considerations, incentive planning, and manager compensation questions.
• Support benefits communication and employee understanding of company-sponsored programs.
• Help managers understand compensation and equity programs, escalating specialized market pricing, equity award, and vesting questions to the appropriate HR specialists.

HR Operations & Support

• Partner with Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Payroll, Benefits, and Learning & Development to coordinate employee and manager support.
• Contribute to HR projects, initiatives, and continuous process improvements
• Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, promotions, transfers, and reporting changes; maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Serve as an accessible onsite HR resource, resolving routine HR matters and escalating specialized or sensitive issues appropriately.
• Travel to other assigned NHanced sites as business needs require.

Required Skills & Experience

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist.
• Experience independently advising and influencing business leaders; direct people management experience is not required.
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills
• Ability to build relationships and work effectively across all levels of the organization
• Solid knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution capabilities
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite
• Working knowledge of compensation and benefits programs, with the ability to coordinate specialized questions with subject-matter experts

Preferred Certifications

• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred

Quantum Computing Inc. (QCi) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Incumbent(s) in this position may be required to perform other duties and special assignments not specifically stated above. Statements outlined in this section are designated as essential job functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.