HR Business Partner II (Hybrid)

Northwestern Medicine; Winfield (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Business Partner II to drive strategic HR initiatives and support organizational goals. This role involves collaborating with leadership to enhance employee engagement and develop effective workforce strategies. The ideal candidate will bring extensive HR experience, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. Join a dynamic team dedicated to improving employee well-being and organizational effectiveness in a fast-paced environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a respected healthcare organization.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Hours

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of HR experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Proven ability to manage employee relations and performance issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance on employee relations and workforce planning.
• Develop and implement people strategies aligned with business goals.

Skills

Human Resources Management

Employee Relations

Project Management

Process Improvement

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

MS Office Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

HR Applications

Job description

Description

The HR Business Partner II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization's Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

As a key strategic partner, the HR Business Partner II (HRBP II) aligns business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The HRBP II serves as a consultant to management on HR related issues which may include performance management, workforce planning, employee relations, talent acquisition, organizational and leadership development, compensation and benefits. The successful HRBP will act as an employee champion and change agent.

The HRBP II assesses and anticipates HR-related needs, communicating needs proactively within the HR department to the HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) and across the operating business units, the HRBP II seeks to develop integrated solutions. The HRBP formulates partnerships among the COEs across the HR function to deliver value added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP II maintains an effective level of business literacy about the organizations strategicplan and its culture.

Responsibilities:

• As the key HR resource, provides guidance and support to assigned business/operational units regarding employee relations, workforce planning, compensation, talent and performance management, organizational and leadership development.
• Collaborates with Leaders to determine how HR services can advance organizational and business unit priorities and strategy.
• Develop and implement complex, broad people strategies.
• Leads and supports employee engagement initiatives.
• Advises Leadership on the development and implementation of workforce best practices and policies to advance the strategy and support the mission, vision, and values of NM.
• Provides coaching on the handling of employee relations matters, including managing performance issues, managing conflict and addressing employee retention issues.
• Investigates various complaints made to HR, EEOC or other regulatory agencies.
• Maintains thorough documentation.
• Serve as a resource and mentor to HRBP I colleagues.
• AA/EOE

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 5+ years human resources or hospital.
• Operations/management experience (must include experience as a HR Business Partner).
• Project management experience.
• Process improvement experience.
• Facilitation and training skills.
• Highly developed analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer orientation.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Human Resource applications.
• Detail oriented with natural commitment to follow-through.
• Proven ability in facilitating effective meetings and interactions.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Competence using MS Office programs.
• Excellent word processing, database management and PowerPoint.
• Flexible and demonstrates comfort with ambiguity.

Preferred:

• PHR or SPHR certification.

Equal Opportunity

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit ourBenefitssection to learn more.