HRBP Manager, Education & Research

Huron Consulting Group Inc.; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Huron Consulting Group Inc. is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support a large Education & Research segment. You will advise leadership, analyze workforce trends, and drive organizational development to improve people metrics.

This role collaborates with COEs, ensures compliance, and leads talent reviews and compensation planning with cross-functional teams. You will work in a remote-capable, but US-based environment, reporting to the HR Strategy Leader.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, organizational development, business, or related field
• Minimum of 7+ years HR experience; global experience preferred
• Experience leading projects with senior leadership support
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Proficient in Workday HRIS systems
• Ability to leverage AI tools to streamline HR workflows and analyze data
• Strong communication and executive presence

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership with strategic HR guidance
• Analyze workforce trends and metrics with cross-functional partners
• Drive organizational development and employee engagement programs
• Collaborate with COEs to design and evaluate HR initiatives
• Develop knowledge of Education & Research segment to provide strategic recommendations
• Lead annual HR processes including performance reviews and talent planning
• Ensure employment law compliance in partnership with Legal and HR teams
• Identify proactive insights from data to inform HR solutions
• Partner with HR Strategy Leader and business leaders on people issues
• Provide tactical support for daily HR operations

Skills

Business acumen

Communication

Executive presence

Project leadership

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Workday

AI tools

Global mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Remote

Chicago - 550 Van Buren

Full time

JR-0016252

Huron is redefining what a global consulting organization can be. Advancing new ideas every day to build even stronger clients, individuals and communities. We’re helping our clients find new ways to drive growth, enhance business performance and sustain leadership in the markets they serve. And, we’re developing strategies and implementing solutions that enable the transformative change they need to own their future.

As a member of the Huron corporate team, you’ll help to evolve our business model to stay ahead of market forces, industry trends and client needs. Our accounting, finance, human resources, IT, legal, marketing and facilities management professionals work collaboratively to support Huron’s collective strategies and enable real transformation to produce sustainable business results.

Join our team and create your future.

This position serves as a Human Resources Business Partner to a diverse and large consulting segment within the Education & Research Industry. The incumbent will provide strategic HR partnership, direction, and consultation to leadership while working closely with the HRBP Strategy Leader for Education & Research. He or she will be accountable for supporting the overall needs of the segment and driving success related to people metrics.

The HRBP will play a highly visible role and serve as a key member of the business unit’s leadership team. He or she will have primary responsibility for the integration, development, engagement, and retention of employees within their business unit.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders by providing strategic advice, counsel, and consultative solutions on all people-related matters.
• Analyze workforce trends and metrics in partnership with HRBP peers, operations, resource management and business leadership to identify opportunities and implement solutions that support business goals.
• Drive organizational development, team effectiveness and employee engagement solutions that enhance business outcomes.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Centers of Excellence (COEs) to design, implement, and evaluate HR programs and initiatives that address business needs and advance HR strategies.
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the Education & Research Industry and assigned business unit, including their strategic plans, operating model workforce plan, budget, and service offerings, to provide strategic recommendations and value-add solutions.
• Drive execution of annual HR processes/programs including performance management, talent assessment and reviews, individual development planning, and compensation planning
• Maintain knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements, partnering with the Legal, Employee Relations, and Shared Services to mitigate risk and address employee matters appropriately.
• Evaluate issues, patterns and trends to provide proactive insights for HR solution and program designs (i.e. training to address certain needs).
• Partner with the HR Strategy Leader and key business leaders to proactively execute all people related issues.
• Provide tactical support for day-to-day operations of the business.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with a focus in human resources, organizational development, business, or related field
• Prior experience in the management consulting industry or professional services industry strongly preferred
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive HR experience; global experience preferred
• Self-motivated and entrepreneurial with a high level of independence; ability to connect the dots and figure out how to get things done
• Strong business acumen, communication, and executive presence
• Experience leading projects with support from senior leadership
• Interpersonal and influencing skills to effectively partner and collaborate across geographies, functions, and levels with a global mindset.
• Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong organizational and project management skills to effectively balance competing priorities while adhering to specific deadlines.
• Proficient in HRIS technology applications (Workday) that support the process/administration of talent transactions, such as training, performance evaluations, talent reviews, data analysis and reporting, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar platforms) to streamline HR workflows, analyze workforce data, and accelerate the development of policies, job architectures, and employee communications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong analytical capabilities with experience translating data into actionable insights and recommendations; data visualization experience is a plus.
• Collaborative problem solver with agility, adaptability, and a results-oriented mindset
• Experience working in a matrixed organization, large corporate setting, or professional services organization

The estimated base salary range for this job is $110,000-$150,000. The range represents a good faith estimate of the range that Huron reasonably expects to pay for this job at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, market changes, and required travel. This job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program, which reflects Huron’s pay for performance philosophy. Inclusive of annual incentive compensation opportunity, the total estimated compensation range for this job is $132,000-$180,000. The job is also eligible to participate in Huron’s benefit plans which include medical, dental and vision coverage and other wellness programs. The salary range information provided is in accordance with applicable state and local laws regarding salary transparency that are currently in effect and may be implemented in the future.

Position Level

Manager

Country

United States of America

At Huron, we’re redefining what a consulting organization can be. We go beyond advice to deliver results that last. We inherit our client’s challenges as if they were our own. We help them transform for the future. We advocate. We make a difference. And we intelligently, passionately, relentlessly do great work...together.

Are you the kind of person who stands ready to jump in, roll up your sleeves and transform ideas into action? Then come discover Huron.

Whether you have years of experience or come right out of college, we invite you to explore our many opportunities. Find out how you can use your talents and develop your skills to make an impact immediately. Learn about how our culture and values provide you with the kind of environment that invites new ideas and innovation. Come see how we collaborate with each other in a culture of learning, coaching, diversity and inclusion. And hear about our unwavering commitment to make a difference in partnership with our clients, shareholders, communities and colleagues.

Huron Consulting Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage to employees and dependents; a 401(k) plan with a generous employer match; an employee stock purchase plan; a generous Paid Time Off policy; and paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Our Wellness Program supports employee total well-being by providing free annual health screenings and coaching, bank at work, and on-site workshops, as well as ongoing programs recognizing major events in the lives of our employees throughout the year. All benefits and programs are subject to applicable eligibility requirements.

Huron is fully committed to providing equal employment opportunity to job applicants and employees in recruitment, hiring, employment, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, training, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Huron will not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, religion, veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, creed, citizenship or any other status protected by laws or regulations in the locations where we do business. We endeavor to maintain a drug-free workplace.