Human Resource Business Partner

City of Hope; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in Zion, IL seeks a Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a strategic advisor to healthcare leaders. You will align HR initiatives with organizational goals to support patient care and organizational success, while partnering on workforce strategies and employee engagement.

This onsite role emphasizes compliance with employment laws, healthcare regulations, and a positive, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of strategic HRBP experience required; 5+ years preferred.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor to healthcare leaders, aligning HR initiatives with organizational goals to support patient care and organizational success.
• Partner with leaders to develop workforce strategies, enhance employee engagement, drive talent management, and ensure compliance with employment laws and healthcare regulations.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, performance management, organizational design, compensation, workforce planning, succession planning, change management, and retention strategies.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Attention to detail

Influence leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS (Workday)

Job description

Human Resource Business Partner

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life‑threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute‑designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate

Location

Zion, IL (Fully Onsite)

Please Note: This is an onsite position and is not eligible for remote work.

Job Responsibilities

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to healthcare leaders, aligning human resources initiatives with organizational goals to support exceptional patient care and organizational success. This role partners closely with leaders to develop workforce strategies, enhance employee engagement, drive talent management initiatives, and ensure compliance with employment laws, healthcare regulations, and organizational policies.

The HRBP provides guidance and consultation on employee relations, performance management, organizational design, compensation, workforce planning, succession planning, change management, and retention strategies. This position fosters a positive, inclusive, and high‑performing work environment while serving as a trusted partner to leadership. The HRBP leverages HR data, insights, and industry best practices to improve operational effectiveness and support organizational growth.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required.

Minimum Experience

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of strategic Human Resources Business Partner experience required.
• 5 or more years of HRBP experience strongly preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• PHR (Professional in Human Resources) or SHRM-CP certification preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Previous healthcare industry experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication, organizational, and presentation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building abilities.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Highly detail‑oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to influence and partner effectively with leaders at all levels of the organization.

Software Proficiency

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience using Workday (HRIS) or a similar Human Resources Information System (HRIS) preferred.

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.