Human Resources Business Partner

Nicolet Bank; Iowa, Town of Florida (LA, NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

PTO & 11.5 paid holidays

Job summary

Nicolet National Bank is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a strategic advisor to branch leaders and teams across the region. You will guide policy interpretation, investigations, and organizational effectiveness while aligning with Nicolet’s values and standards.

Join a collaborative team focused on fair, compliant practices, employee development, and strong leadership coaching to strengthen workforce performance and engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, business, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years HR generalist/HRBP experience.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP/SHRM SCP preferred; proficient with Office and Paycor.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices; strong communication and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic advisor to assigned branches and leaders.
• Coach managers on performance, discipline, and policy interpretation.
• Conduct investigations and ensure legal compliance.
• Support staffing, workforce planning, and hiring decisions with Talent Acquisition.
• Maintain HR records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead training and employee development initiatives.

Skills

HR generalist

Leadership influence

Employee relations

Discretion with sensitive information

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP/SHRM SCP preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Paycor

Job description

At Nicolet National Bank, our culture is based on the principles of community banking, putting the needs of our customers at the forefront of our decision-making. Our Core Values drive everything we do, and we are committed to serving our customers with excellence. We believe that every job in our organization is critical to our success, and we are dedicated to creating a work environment where our employees feel valued, respected, and supported. With locations in Wisconsin, Michigan, Minnesota, Iowa, and Florida we are proud to service our local communities and make a positive impact on the lives of our customers. At Nicolet National Bank, we believe that our people are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to investing in their growth and development.

The Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for serving as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to assigned branches within the region. This role builds strong relationships with leaders and team members, provides expert guidance on HR policies and programs, and ensures a fair, consistent, and legally compliant workplace. The HRBP plays a key role in coaching, performance management, investigations, training, compensation guidance, survey insights, and organizational effectiveness.

As aHuman Resources Business Partner, you will:

Proactively engage with assigned leaders to understand business goals, identify HR needs, and provide solutions that support organizational success. Build strong relationships with all levels of leadership to ensure alignment with organizational values and culture.

Meet regularly with leaders and team members to understand workplace dynamics, identify opportunities for improvement, and support a positive and productive environment.

Respond to team member and leader inquiries regarding policies, procedures, guidelines, and programs. Offer clear interpretation and practical recommendations for assigned region.

Conduct effective, thorough, and objective investigations into employee concerns, ensuring fairness, confidentiality, and compliance with applicable laws.

Coach and guide managers through the progressive discipline process, ensuring they understand policies, legal considerations, and best practices. Participate in discussions as needed to support consistency, fairness, and alignment with Nicolet standards.

Ensure all actions align with legal requirements and organizational standards.

Identify coaching needs and partner with leaders to support employee development. Build strong working relationships across the organization to foster growth and performance.

Identify training needs and partner with leaders to develop or coordinate training opportunities that enhance team member skills, leadership capability, and organizational effectiveness.

Provide compensation coaching and education to leaders to ensure fair, consistent, and market aligned pay decisions.

Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Specialists to support staffing needs, ensure alignment with workforce plans, and contribute to effective hiring decisions.

Ensure consistency in job titling, job descriptions, and exemption status across assigned business units.

Oversee the exempt and non exempt performance review process. Provide consultation to leaders to ensure evaluations are fair, consistent, and aligned with expectations.

Conduct exit interviews, analyze trends, identify risks, and provide actionable recommendations to leadership.

Review employee surveys, identify themes, concerns, and opportunities, and partner with leaders to develop action plans that strengthen engagement and retention.

Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with all federal, state, and organizational requirements.

Uphold Nicolet’s philosophy and policies by maintaining appropriate controls to ensure full compliance with applicable laws and regulations, thereby fulfilling legal responsibilities and enhancing the quality of services provided by Nicolet.

Understand and communicate the value of diversity within the workplace and to work successfully with others without regard to age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, culture, religion, disability status, socioeconomic status or other non-job-related classification, including a commitment to Nicolet’s policies on equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination with a willingness to pursue efforts of inclusion and respect toward different perspectives.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of HR generalist or HRBP experience.
• PHR/SPHR or SHRM CP/SHRM SCP preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Paycor preferred.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and influence leaders.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and prioritizing skills.
• 401(k) with a company match
• PTO & 11 1/2 Paid Holidays

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and skills required for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled