Human Resources Business Partner – Assurance

Jobtailor; Illinois; On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor, based in Illinois, seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to align workforce strategies with business goals across Assurance services. You will partner with senior leaders to drive talent initiatives, lead succession planning, and coach managers in change and performance programs.

The role emphasizes data-driven HR, strong communication, and the ability to influence across a diverse workforce. A corporate HR partner mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration or a related field required
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM‑CP, PHR) preferred
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably in business partner or generalist role
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR policies, employee relations, talent management, and organizational development
• Ability to align HR strategies with organizational objectives
• Excellent verbal and written communication; ability to influence at all levels of the org
• Strong analytical and proactive problem-solving skills; professional discretion

Responsibilities

• Act as a strategic partner to Assurance Service Line, Region and ESO Leaders, aligning business objectives with people strategies
• Support the Assurance practice with guidance on workforce planning, leadership coaching, talent development, performance management, and organizational design
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand goals and develop supporting HR strategies
• Support succession planning, talent reviews, and leadership development
• Facilitate performance management and compensation review processes; coach and advise managers
• Support change initiatives, workforce planning, and employee engagement programs
• Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and recommend data-driven solutions
• Support training and development initiatives
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and foster an inclusive environment

Skills

HR business partnering

workforce planning

organizational development

data analytics

employee relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or Business Administration

HR certification (SHRM-CP, PHR)

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office

Data analytics tools

Job description

• Act as a strategic partner to Assurance Service Line, Region and ESO Leaders, aligning business objectives with people strategies
• Support the Assurance practice with expert guidance on workforce planning, leadership coaching and consulting, talent development, performance management, organizational design, and change management
• Collaborate with business leaders to understand organizational goals and develop supporting HR strategies
• Support succession planning, talent reviews, and leadership development
• Facilitate and support performance management and compensation review processes; coach and advise managers and leaders
• Support organizational change initiatives, workforce planning, and employee engagement programs
• Analyze HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, and absenteeism to identify trends and recommend data-driven solutions
• Support training and development initiatives
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and foster an inclusive work environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field required
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM‑CP, PHR) preferred
• 5 years minimum of progressive HR experience, preferably in a business partner or generalist role supporting a diverse workforce
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, HR policies and best practices, employee relations, talent management, and organizational development
• Ability to understand business operations and align HR strategies with organizational objectives
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues
• High degree of professionalism and discretion in handling sensitive information
• Experience supporting and driving organizational change, with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analytics tools

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in aligning HR strategies with business objectives, supporting organizational change initiatives, and fostering an inclusive work environment. Proficient in workforce planning, talent management, and performance management, with strong analytical skills to drive data-informed decisions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• HR Business Partnering
• Workforce Planning
• Organizational Development
• Data Analytics
• Employee Relations

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Workforce Planning
• Talent Management
• Performance Management
• Organizational Design
• Change Management
• Employment Law
• HR Policies
• Data Analysis
• HRIS Proficiency
• Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Relationship Building
• Analytical Problem-Solving
• Professionalism
• Adaptability

Certifications & Qualifications

• SHRM-CP
• PHR

Industry Keywords

• Human Resources
• Talent Development
• Succession Planning
• Employee Engagement
• Organizational Change

Tools & Technologies

• HRIS Systems
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Data Analytics Tools