Human Resources Business Partner II

SBA Communications; Boca Raton (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings with company

Equity opportunities

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Remote workdays availability

Job summary

SBA Communications seeks a Human Resources Business Partner II to align HR strategy with business goals, lead HR activities, and advise leaders on workforce matters across a client base.

The role requires expertise in employee relations, policy interpretation, and data-driven HR recommendations, with a focus on business impact and risk mitigation. Travel up to 10% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field required.
• Proven experience managing complex employee relations matters.
• Strong knowledge of HR practices, employment laws, and policies.
• Ability to interpret HR metrics and provide data-driven recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted HR partner to leaders, guiding decisions and mitigating risk.
• Partner with leaders to balance business needs with employee experience.
• Collaborate with HR peers to ensure integrated, consistent solutions.
• Review org structures and advise on alignment and workforce needs.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, investigations, and discipline.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Employee relations

Analytical capability

Critical thinking

Data-driven recommendations

Leadership advisory

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Since 1989, SBA Communications has been a pillar of the wireless industry. Today, as a publicly traded global leader and S&P 500 company, our network of over 46,000 communication sites spans 10+ countries, forming the critical infrastructure that connects millions. We are the force behind the scenes —the essential infrastructure that keeps our world connected.

We are looking for innovators to join the dynamic team that makes it all possible. In an industry that moves fast, we rely on our agility to stay ahead of the curve and deliver results. However, we never achieve it alone. Our culture is defined by a ""Team First"" focus, where every team member matters, and we collaborate passionately to support our customers' objectives.

We believe in shared success. At SBA, we invite every team member to think like an owner.

In addition to a competitive salary range, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being.

This Includes

Financial Wellbeing

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match of a percentage of employee contributions and profit sharing, where applicable
• Equity opportunities, including participation in company equity stock plans, where applicable

Health and Mental Wellbeing

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions toward coverage
• Paid parental leave and company-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD), where eligible
• Wellness programs and resources, including an employee assistance program and well-being initiatives

Personal Growth & Balance

• Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements, including an allotment of remote workdays per year, depending on the role
• Education assistance and professional development and certification or licensing support, where eligible
• Performance-based bonus or incentive compensation, which may be available depending on the role

Benefit offerings are subject to plan terms, eligibility requirements, and applicable law, and may vary based on factors such as employment status, job classification, work location, and scheduled hours. Certain benefits may not be available to part-time employees or employees working fewer than 30 hours per week. The company reserves the right to modify or terminate benefit plans at any time, consistent with applicable law.

If you’re ready to make an impact with a stable industry leader, we want to hear from you.

Summary

The Human Resources Business Partner II aligns human resources strategy with business goals and leads HR activities and programs for an assigned client base, from needs identification through implementation. The role serves as a strategic advisor to business leaders and provides practical, risk‑conscious solutions that reflect the needs of internal customers. Success requires strong employee relations expertise, business acumen, analytical capability, critical thinking, sound judgment, and the ability to translate workforce data and complex employee matters into actionable recommendations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR partner to leaders, providing proactive coaching and guidance that supports sound, consistent decision‑making, strengthens leadership capability, mitigates organizational risk, and fosters a high-performing, respectful, and values‑driven culture.
• Build effective partnerships with leaders across a matrixed organization, gain support from diverse stakeholders, and develop practical solutions that balance business objectives and team member needs.
• Work cross‑functionally with HR peers and other company teams to support integrated, consistent solutions.
• Review organizational structures with leaders and provide consultation on alignment, role clarity, workforce needs, and business goals.
• Manage complex and sensitive employee relations matters, including conducting workplace investigations involving harassment, discrimination, retaliation, performance, workplace conduct, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, disciplinary action, and terminations; assess findings and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Apply critical thinking, investigative, and problem‑solving skills to assess facts and conflicting information, identify potential risk, determine appropriate courses of action, and develop well‑reasoned recommendations.
• Prepare clear, objective, and well‑documented investigation findings and recommendations based on available facts and evidence.
• Partner with Legal on issue resolution, risk mitigation, consistent application of company practices, and litigation preparation, as needed.
• Partner with Benefits on matters involving the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).
• Coach leaders on talent development, succession planning, organizational design, employee relations, policy interpretation, and performance management; use available tools and resources to address cultural trends and leadership concerns.
• Advise leaders on verbal and written performance‑management communications, including effective performance improvement plans, corrective actions, and disciplinary documentation, to strengthen accountability and mitigate organizational risk.
• Analyze workforce trends, HR metrics, and other relevant data to identify patterns, evaluate root causes, and develop data‑driven recommendations and solutions.
• Use advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities to organize, analyze, and interpret HR data and support workforce and business decisions. Communicate findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to leaders and HR stakeholders.

What You’ll Need – Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field of study; and 10 + years of progressive HR experience.
• Strong, progressive employee relations experience, including demonstrated experience managing complex and sensitive matters, workplace investigations, performance management, corrective actions, conflict resolution, and terminations. Demonstrated ability to independently assess complex employee relations matters, conduct objective fact‑finding, identify risk, and develop appropriate recommendations in partnership with leadership and Legal, as needed.
• Knowledge and practical application of HR disciplines, employment practices, labor and employment laws, and HR policies and procedures.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills, with the ability to identify root causes and develop practical solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret HR metrics and workforce data, identify trends, draw meaningful conclusions, and develop data‑driven recommendations for leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and advise senior leaders, appropriately challenge assumptions, and balance business objectives, team member experience, consistency, and organizational risk.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) through HRCI and/or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including functions and formulas, PivotTables, data analysis, reporting, and organizing and interpreting large data sets.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Microsoft Outlook.
• Valid government‑issued driver’s license; domestic travel up to 10%.