Human Resources Business Partner

The Planet Group; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Planet Group is seeking an experienced HRBP to lead day-to-day HR operations at our US headquarters in Needham, MA. You will support managers and employees while driving workforce planning, organizational design, and talent development initiatives.

You will partner with leaders to resolve employee relations issues, ensure compliance with employment laws, and collaborate with global HR teams to maintain consistent practices across regions.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with 3 years in an HRBP role.
• Strong background in operational HR (employee relations, leaves, compliance, processes).
• Experience working with leaders and employees.
• Experience in a global, fast-paced, or growth-stage company is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR lead for our US headquarters, ensuring HR operations and employee support run smoothly.
• Lead, coach, and develop an HRBP, driving accountability for delivering high-quality HR support and employee experience.
• Partner closely with leaders and employees to resolve employee relations issues, ensure compliance with employment law, and provide guidance on HR policies and practices.
• Oversee operational HR processes such as performance management, leave administration, onboarding/offboarding, immigration and policy implementation.
• Lead investigations, documentation, and resolution of sensitive HR issues in partnership with Legal and Executive leadership.
• Collaborate with TA, L&D, Benefits, and Communications teams to deliver seamless people programs that support employee growth and engagement.
• Partner with managers to build team capability through effective performance feedback, coaching, and development planning.
• Act as a cultural ambassador, reinforcing our values and helping leaders model behaviors that build trust, engagement, and high performance.
• Use people data and analytics to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and deliver insights that inform leadership decisions.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues in India to ensure consistent people practices while contributing to global initiatives.

Skills

Strong communicator

HRBP experience

Tools

Google Suite

Rippling

Job description

Contract, 3 months (could extend depending on business need)

Industry: Software, 700 employees

Hours: 40 hours/week

Location: Needham, MA (right off 128)

Background check- yes

Why open: Paternity leave for their HRBP. Looking for someone to provide day-to-day support to their managers and employees.

Must haves

• Strong communicator (support managers and employees)
• 3+ years of HRBP experience

Preferred

• Google suite
• Rippling software
• Software industry

Job Description

The HRBP will dive into day-to-day HR operations while supporting long-term initiatives in workforce planning, organizational design, and talent development. You'll also collaborate globally with our HR team in India to ensure consistent practices that respect regional nuances.

Here's What You'll Do

• Serve as the primary HR lead for our US headquarters, ensuring HR operations and employee support run smoothly.
• Lead, coach, and develop an HRBP, driving accountability for delivering high-quality HR support and employee experience.
• Partner closely with leaders and employees to resolve employee relations issues, ensure compliance with employment law, and provide guidance on HR policies and practices.
• Oversee operational HR processes such as performance management, leave administration, onboarding/offboarding, immigration and policy implementation.
• Lead investigations, documentation, and resolution of sensitive HR issues in partnership with Legal and Executive leadership.
• Collaborate with TA, L&D, Benefits, and Communication teams to deliver seamless people programs that support employee growth and engagement.
• Partner with managers to build team capability through effective performance feedback, coaching, and development planning.
• Act as a cultural ambassador, reinforcing our values and helping leaders model behaviors that build trust, engagement, and high performance.
• Use people data and analytics to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and deliver insights that inform leadership decisions.
• Collaborate with HR colleagues in India to ensure consistent people practices while contributing to global initiatives.

What You Bring to the Table

• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with 3 years in an HRBP role supporting business leaders.
• Strong background in operational HR (employee relations, leaves, compliance, processes) and able to help with some strategic initiatives (workforce planning, organizational design, leadership coaching).
• Skilled in working with leaders and employees.
• Experience in a global, fast-paced, or growth-stage company is a plus.