Human Resources Business Partner

Associa; Virginia; On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Associa is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) in the United States (Virginia) to partner with leaders and employees, guiding performance management, workforce planning, and talent development.

The role acts as a trusted HR advisor, handling employee relations, investigations, and change initiatives while aligning HR strategies with business objectives. 3–5 years of HR experience and a related bachelor’s degree are preferred.

Qualifications

• The role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 3–5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in HRBP or HR Generalist roles.
• Experience advising managers on employee relations and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to align HR strategies with goals.
• Provide guidance on employee relations, investigations, performance issues, and corrective action.
• Coach managers on performance management, goal setting, and development.
• Support talent management, workforce planning, retention, and development.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on recruiting strategies.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends and solutions.
• Provide guidance on policies and employment practices.
• Support organizational change initiatives and HR programs.
• Maintain confidentiality and strong relationships with leaders and employees.
• Collaborate with HR leadership and specialty teams on compensation, benefits, and L&D.

Skills

Communication

Employee relations

Coaching leaders

Business acumen

Organizational development

Problem-solving

Data analysis

Conflict resolution

Stakeholder mgmt

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

With more than 225 branch offices across North America, Associa is building the future of community for nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 11,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise, and trailblazing innovation. For more than 43 years, Associa has brought positive impact and meaningful value to communities. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

Job Description

Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) partners with leaders and employees to support business objectives through effective people strategies, employee relations, talent management, and organizational development. This role serves as a trusted HR advisor to assigned business units, providing guidance on performance management, workforce planning, employee relations, and other HR matters.

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means serving as a trusted HR partner to leaders, proactively identifying workforce needs, effectively managing employee relations matters, and helping leaders build engaged, high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to understand operational needs and align HR strategies with business goals.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including investigations, workplace concerns, performance issues, and corrective action.
• Coach managers on performance management, goal setting, employee development, and difficult conversations.
• Support talent management initiatives, including workforce planning, retention, and employee development.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition to support recruiting strategies and workforce needs.
• Analyze HR and workforce data to identify trends and recommend solutions.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment practices.
• Support organizational change initiatives and other HR programs.
• Maintain strong relationships with leaders and employees while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Partner with HR leadership and HR specialty teams on compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, learning and development, and other HR initiatives.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and records.

Core Competencies

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Employee relations and conflict-resolution skills
• Sound judgment and problem-solving ability
• Business acumen and ability to connect HR strategies to business objectives
• High emotional intelligence and discretion
• Ability to coach and influence leaders
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Salary range: $75,000 to $80,000

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an HR Business Partner, HR Generalist, or similar role.
• Experience advising managers and leaders on employee relations and performance management.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience with HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• PHR, SHRM-CP, or other relevant HR certification preferred.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.