Human Resources Business Partner

Specialty Dental Brands; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Specialty Dental Brands is seeking an HR Business Partner to align people strategy with business goals across our practices nationwide. You’ll partner with regional leaders and office teams to coach managers, support performance, and handle employee relations with a proactive, solutions-driven approach.

You will travel about 30% to support field teams, implement HR programs, and ensure fair, compliant policies are applied consistently across locations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years of direct HR Business Partner experience; HR Generalist or Employee Relations-focused roles preferred.
• Experience supporting managers with employee relations and performance management
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience with corrective action, employee documentation, and workplace investigations
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Good judgment and the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to HR
• The ability to balance multiple priorities in a growing, fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting multiple locations or field-based teams is a plus
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

• Building strong, trusted relationships with managers and operational leaders
• Coaching managers through employee conversations, performance concerns, and day-to-day people decisions
• Supporting performance management, corrective action, and employee documentation
• Helping leaders navigate employee relations concerns and workplace conflict
• Conducting or supporting employee investigations in partnership with Employee Relations
• Partnering with leaders on employee engagement, retention, and team morale
• Helping identify opportunities to strengthen workplace culture
• Supporting leaders and employees through organizational changes
• Providing guidance on HR policies and helping ensure they are applied consistently and fairly
• Collaborating with Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Benefits, Payroll, HR Operations, and other partners across SDB
• Looking at workforce trends and helping leaders turn those insights into practical next steps
• Supporting HR programs, leadership development initiatives, and other people-focused projects

Skills

Relationship building

Coaching managers

Employee relations

Performance management

HR policies

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

PHR or SHRM-CP certification (preferred)

Job description

At Specialty Dental Brands (SDB), we believe great workplaces start with great people—and great leaders who feel supported along the way.

We’re looking for a Human Resources Business Partner who enjoys building relationships, solving problems, and helping managers bring out the best in their teams. If you’re someone who loves the people side of HR, enjoys being a trusted resource for leaders, and isn’t afraid to jump in and work through a challenge, we’d love to meet you!

SDB is a growing community supporting pediatric dentistry, orthodontic, and oral surgery practices across the country. Our HR team plays an important role in that growth by making sure our leaders and team members have the support, tools, and guidance they need to succeed.

What You'll Do

As an HR Business Partner, you’ll work closely with regional leaders, Practice Managers, Office Managers, and local leadership teams. You’ll be a go-to HR partner for the everyday people matters that come with leading a great team.

Travel: 30% based on business needs.

You’ll Spend Your Time

• Building strong, trusted relationships with managers and operational leaders
• Coaching managers through employee conversations, performance concerns, and day-to-day people decisions
• Supporting performance management, corrective action, and employee documentation
• Helping leaders navigate employee relations concerns and workplace conflict
• Conducting or supporting employee investigations in partnership with Employee Relations
• Partnering with leaders on employee engagement, retention, and team morale
• Helping identify opportunities to strengthen workplace culture
• Supporting leaders and employees through organizational changes
• Providing guidance on HR policies and helping ensure they are applied consistently and fairly
• Collaborating with Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Benefits, Payroll, HR Operations, and other partners across SDB
• Looking at workforce trends and helping leaders turn those insights into practical next steps
• Supporting HR programs, leadership development initiatives, and other people-focused projects

Requirements

• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 2 years of direct HR Business Partner experience; experience in HR Generalist or Employee Relations-focused roles is preferred.
• Experience supporting managers with employee relations and performance management
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
• Experience with corrective action, employee documentation, and workplace investigations
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Good judgment and the ability to handle sensitive situations professionally
• A practical, solutions-focused approach to HR
• The ability to balance multiple priorities in a growing, fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting multiple locations or field-based teams is a plus
• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification is a plus, but not required

Why Specialty Dental Brands?

At SDB, our people are at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to creating an environment where team members can grow professionally, collaborate with great people, and make a meaningful impact.

Our culture is built around Excellence, Individuality, Community, Transparency, and Ingenuity, and we believe in supporting our people just as strongly as we support our practices.

As part of SDB, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Make a direct impact on leaders and teams across our organization
• Build relationships with talented operational and HR partners
• Continue developing your HR and leadership skills
• Be part of a collaborative, growing organization
• Help shape positive employee experiences across our practices
• Take on new challenges and opportunities as SDB continues to grow

If you’re an HR professional who enjoys connecting with people, coaching leaders, working through challenges, and helping teams thrive, we’d love to hear from you!

Come grow with Specialty Dental Brands and help us continue building workplaces where great people can do their best work!