Human Resources Business Partner

McKesson; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a McKesson subsidiary in Nashville, seeks an HR Business Partner to support leaders in organizational development, culture strategies, and HR process improvements. The role emphasizes policy implementation, employee relations, and talent initiatives across the organization.

You will collaborate with management to drive engagement, performance processes, and confidential HR activities while ensuring compliance with employment laws and HR best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in HR or related field.
• 3+ years of HR experience.
• Deep understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment law.
• Baseline knowledge in HR information systems (HRIS).
• Microsoft Office suite skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written).
• Data analysis and presenting findings.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist HR team and leaders in organizational development, culture strategies, and process‑oriented perspectives.
• Collaborate with management to implement HR policies related to human resources, organizational and colleague/leader development.
• Address employee relations issues and escalate when needed; maintain confidentiality.
• Support Talent Acquisition with offer approvals and process improvements.
• Coordinate benefits open enrollment, performance reviews, onboarding, and related HR transactions.
• Drive employee engagement and retention initiatives in partnership with leaders.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Data analysis

Communication skills

HR principles

HR analytics

Education

Bachelors degree

SHRM-CP

PHR

Tools

Workday

SharePoint

ADP

Job description

It’s More Than a Career, It’s a Mission. Our people are the foundation of our success. By joining our growing team at Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI), a subsidiary of McKesson, you will have the opportunity to become part of one of the largest community-based cancer programs to advance oncology treatments and improve outcomes for cancer patients across the globe. We look for mission-driven candidates who have a desire to advance the fight against cancer and make a difference in the lives of patients diagnosed with cancer every day.

Our Mission People who live with cancer – those who work to prevent it, fight it, and survive it – are at the heart of every decision we make. Bringing the most innovative medical minds together with the most passionate caregivers in their communities, we are transforming care and personalizing treatment. Through clinical excellence and cutting‑edge research, SCRI is redefining cancer care around the world.

The HR Business Partner assists the HR team and leaders in the development of solutions through organizational development, culture strategies, and process‑oriented perspectives. Works closely with management in the implementation of policies related to human resources, organizational and colleague/leader development. Consults with colleagues and managers to address root causes of human resources issues, attempting to resolve employee relations issues with a systematic approach. Participates in companywide programs and initiatives (e.g., salary review, workforce planning, organizational change, etc.). Assists and supports HR Operations Coordinator with escalations. Assists in and/or leads implementation of HR activities, programs, and processes. Ensures colleagues and leaders are trained on and have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to meet current and future business needs, aligned to customer expectations.

Review and approve/deny offer approvals outside of guidelines for Talent Acquisition, considering internal equity and compensation philosophy. Supports managers and staff through regular projects such as: benefits open enrollment, colleague recognition awards, goal setting/mid and annual reviews, onboarding, transactions etc. Effectively assists colleagues with basic benefit questions and issues, interfaces with Total Rewards Manager, Total Rewards website, and other benefit partners, as appropriate. Conducts exit interviews as needed and requested for assigned departments; informs HR Director of identified trends or areas of concern. Actively listen, convey information clearly, and build relationships based on trust and confidentiality. Counsel colleagues and managers on situational issues; leads initiatives to resolve conflicts. Listen to employee and leader concerns in attempts to bridge gaps in perspective and resolve conflict Assists managers with crucial conversations and early performance concerns as needed. Accurately interprets and educates managers/colleagues regarding policy/procedure interpretation. Drives Employee Engagement and Retention initiatives in partnership with leaders. Drives utilization and maintenance of the Rewards and Recognition Program Assists leaders and colleagues with Employee Relations, Worker's Compensation, and ADA Accommodations, Leaves of Absence, etc. Supports policy creation and revisions in line with business needs. Maintains compliance through HR functions. Aids in Talent Development: Researches, develops, and assists in planning of training programs for managers regarding HR related issues, i.e., performance evaluations, documentation, progressive discipline, hiring practices, etc. Collaborates with leaders to support culture/shared mindset activities. Engages leaders to understand talent needs and implement talent assessment processes. Proactively obtains, interprets, and presents metrics and analyses. Interprets and assists in driving departmental colleague engagement action planning to improve organization culture. Measures colleague morale and satisfaction; implements efforts to improve the employee experience. Promotes and fosters healthy work environment; ensures a culture of inclusion and accountability. Coordinates and supports colleague driven activity groups, as needed. Must maintain strictest confidentiality.

Requirements

• Bachelors degree
• 3+ years of previous Human Resources experience
• Deep understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment law. This includes baseline knowledge of compensation and benefits, employee relations, performance management, training and development, HR metrics and analytics.
• Baseline knowledge in HR information systems (HRIS)
• Microsoft Office suite skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written)
• Communication and Interpersonal skills: strong communication skills, both written and verbal, are crucial for effectively collaborating with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• Data Analysis – conducting data analysis and presenting findings in a meaningful way.
• Preferred: Healthcare or clinical research experience
• Society for Human Resource Management - Certified Professional (SHRM-CP)
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR)
• Workday HRIS experience preferred.
• SharePoint experience preferred.
• ADP experience preferred.

About Sarah Cannon Research Institute

Sarah Cannon Research Institute (SCRI) is one of the world’s leading oncology research organizations conducting community‑based clinical trials. Focused on advancing therapies for patients over the last three decades, SCRI is a leader in drug development. In 2022, SCRI formed a joint venture with former US Oncology Research to expand clinical trial access across the country. It has conducted more than 850 first‑in‑human clinical trials since its inception and contributed to pivotal research that has led to the majority of new cancer therapies approved by the FDA in the past decade. SCRI’s research network brings together more than 1,300 physicians who are enrolling patients into clinical trials at more than 200 locations in 20+ states across the U.S.

Please click here to learn more about our research offerings.

We care about the well‑being of the patients and communities we serve, and that starts with caring for our people. That’s why we have a Total Rewards package that includes comprehensive benefits to support physical, mental, and financial well‑being. Our Total Rewards offerings serve the different needs of our diverse colleague population and ensure they are the healthiest versions of themselves.

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