HRBP (Contractor)

Conga; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

Conga is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner (Contractor) for our Houston team. You will support headcount planning, employee relations, and the full HR lifecycle, while advising line managers and driving people strategies to sustain growth.

You’ll collaborate with management and partners across HR functions to ensure compliant, effective practices and a positive employee experience in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• Ideally a minimum of 3 years of proven experience in HR business partner and/or HR generalist roles.
• Knowledge of federal and state labor laws and ability to contribute to organizational success.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems; Workday preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to align people strategies with organizational objectives, ensuring talent plans support current and future needs.
• Drive talent processes including workforce planning, performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, compensation planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Coach managers on employee relations, team dynamics, organizational design, and talent management best practices.
• Collaborate with Finance & Talent Acquisition to support hiring plans and workforce planning.
• Analyze workforce data and trends to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and provide actionable recommendations.

Skills

HR business partner

HR generalist

Workday

Employee relations

Data analysis

Communication skills

Tools

Workday

Job description

At Conga, we’ve built a community where our colleagues can thrive. Here you’ll find opportunities to innovate and support growth through individual and team development, all within an environment where every voice is heard.

Conga lines up commercial operations so companies run as connected, smarter businesses. By unifying the people and processes that drive commerce, Conga aligns pricing, quoting, contracting, rebates, and communications so teams stay in sync and buyers keep moving forward. The result is trusted decisions, consistent buyer experiences, and profitable growth. More than 10,000 customers worldwide, including over 50% of the Fortune 100®, trust Conga when commercial complexity is high and global impact is on the line.

Job Title: Human Resource Business Partner - Contractor
Location: Houston, TX,
Reports to: VP, Employee Experience

As an HR Business Partner, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring smooth HR operations within our organization. You’ll handle a diverse range of responsibilities from supporting headcount planning and hiring to employee relations to managing the full HR cycle (talent planning & development, goal setting, compensation review). Additionally, you’ll provide strategic guidance to line managers and drive positive outcomes to our employees and the business. You’ll collaborate with various stakeholders, including management, employees, and internal and external partners, to ensure effective HR practices and compliance. Your expertise will contribute to the overall success of our organization.

Why it's a big deal…

At Conga, our people are our competitive advantage. As an HR Business Partner, you'll help leaders build high-performing teams that drive growth, innovation, and customer success.

This role sits at the intersection of people and business strategy, partnering closely with leaders to make informed workforce decisions, navigate change, strengthen employee engagement, and develop talent for the future. You won't simply support the business, you'll help shape it. Your ability to translate business objectives into people strategies will directly impact organizational performance, culture, and our ability to attract, retain, and develop top talent.

What you'll do…

• Partner with business leaders to align people strategies with organizational objectives, ensuring talent plans support both current and future business needs.
• Help drive key talent processes including workforce planning, performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, compensation planning, and employee development initiatives.
• Coach managers on employee relations matters, team dynamics, organizational design, and talent management best practices.
• Partner with Finance & Talent Acquisition to support hiring plans, organizational growth, and workforce planning initiatives.
• Analyze people data and trends to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and provide actionable recommendations to business leaders.
• Lead employee relations activities, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant resolution of workplace concerns while fostering a positive employee experience.
• Support organizational change initiatives, helping leaders effectively navigate transformations, business growth, and evolving workforce needs.
• Champion employee engagement by identifying opportunities to strengthen culture, improve retention, and enhance the overall employee experience.
• Collaborate across Human Resources, including Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Learning & Development, and People Operations, to deliver integrated people solutions.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws while maintaining alignment with company policies and values.

Are you the person we're looking for?

We are looking for candidates who possess the rare combination of the following achievements, skills, and behaviors:

• Ideally a minimum of 3 years of proven experience in HR business partner and/or HR generalist roles.
• You are passionate about human resources, knowledgeable about federal and state labor laws and eager to contribute to our organizations’ success.
• You are a versatile HR professional who thrives in a dynamic environment.
• You are proficient with Humans Resources Information Systems; experience with Workday preferred.
• You demonstrate excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• You are an employee advocate, business advisor and organization champion.

Here’s what will give you an edge…

• Experience partnering directly with leaders in high-growth technology or SaaS organizations.
• Demonstrated success influencing leaders and driving business outcomes through strategic people initiatives.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to connect workforce decisions to organizational performance and financial objectives.
• Experience supporting organizational change, restructures, mergers, acquisitions, or business transformation initiatives.
• Proven ability to analyze workforce metrics and use data to recommend solutions and guide decision-making.
• Ability to build credibility quickly and serve as a trusted advisor to leaders across multiple levels of the organization.
• Experience balancing strategic initiatives while successfully managing day-to-day employee relations and operational priorities.
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills with a passion for developing leaders and building inclusive, high-performing teams.
• Workday experience and familiarity with modern HR technologies and data-driven HR practices.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Preferred Resume Format

We accept resumes in any format, we suggest using PDF or plain text. These formats help ensure that your resume’s formatting remains intact, making it easier for our recruiters to review your application promptly.

Don’t meet every requirement for the role?

Studies have shown that women and members of ethnic minorities are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Conga we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You just might be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Additional Information

Conga is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, parental or pregnancy status, marriage and civil partnership, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We understand interviewing can be stressful for those with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to allow you to show us your best self, please let your recruiter know as soon as possible. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Conga is not open to third party solicitation or resumes for our posted FTE positions. Resumes received from third party agencies that are unsolicited will be considered complimentary.

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