Human Resources Business Partner

Ascendo Resources; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendo Resources is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support a large, geographically dispersed workforce in a fast-paced environment. This role focuses heavily on employee relations and investigations, acting as a strategic partner to leadership.

The position is hybrid, with in-office Mon-Thu and WFH on Fridays, and a contract through January 2027. The ideal candidate coaches leaders, handles complex ER matters, and provides guidance on policies, compliance, and

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HRBP or strategic HR partner.
• Strong background in employee relations and investigations.
• Ability to coach leaders and handle complex employee matters with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted HR advisor and strategic partner to business leaders and management.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, performance concerns, terminations, and workplace issues.
• Conduct thorough and objective employee investigations while identifying potential risk and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Coach leaders through performance management, documentation, accountability conversations, and employee relations situations.
• Provide guidance regarding company policies, employment practices, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Partner with leaders on organizational changes and workforce-related initiatives.
• Support both field-based and corporate employee populations.
• Independently manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Promote consistency and fairness in the application of HR policies and practices.
• Provide day-to-day HRBP support while balancing employee needs, business objectives, and organizational risk.

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join a fast-paced organization supporting a large, geographically dispersed workforce. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a hands-on, strategic environment and has significant Employee Relations and Investigations experience.

This is not a traditional HR Generalist position. The ideal candidate will be a polished, strategic HRBP who can quickly step into the business, independently manage complex employee relations matters, coach leaders, and provide sound guidance with minimal ramp-up.

Schedule– Hybrid – Mon-Thurs in office, Friday – WFH

Contract Length– Thru January 2027, with possible extension

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR advisor and strategic partner to business leaders and management.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective actions, performance concerns, terminations, and workplace issues.
• Conduct thorough and objective employee investigations while identifying potential risk and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Coach leaders through performance management, documentation, accountability conversations, and employee relations situations.
• Provide guidance regarding company policies, employment practices, compliance, and risk mitigation.
• Partner with leaders on organizational changes and workforce-related initiatives.
• Support both field-based and corporate employee populations.
• Independently manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Promote consistency and fairness in the application of HR policies and practices.
• Provide day-to-day HRBP support while balancing employee needs, business objectives, and organizational risk.

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience as a Human Resources Business Partner / Strategic HRBP.
• Strong background in Employee Relations and workplace investigations.
• Experience handling complex employee matters with minimal oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and influence leaders at multiple levels.
• Strong performance management and corrective action experience.
• Excellent judgment, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate independently and quickly establish credibility with leadership.
• Experience supporting a large retail, CPG, consumer-facing, or field-based workforce is highly valued.
• Candidates with backgrounds supporting organizations such as large retailers, grocery chains, home improvement, or other high-volume environments are encouraged to apply.

Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate will be a confident and strategic HR professional who can walk into a complex environment and immediately begin supporting leadership. Employee Relations will represent approximately 60–70% of the role, so hands‑on experience managing sensitive employee matters, investigations, performance issues, and leader coaching is essential.

If you're an experienced HRBP looking for a challenging opportunity where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to connect!

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity.

Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law