Human Resources Business Partner, Lead Associate

Peraton; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Aerospace and Cyber & Intelligence Sector HR Team at Peraton has an opportunity for a mid-career Human Resources Business Partner who delivers beyond transactional by being a strategic partner. This role suits someone experienced as an HRBP, energized by adding value to the business, and capable of handling complex work with support to grow.

You will interact with leadership, support HR projects from early stages, and apply HR practices across performance management, employee

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years as HRBP or related HR role.
• Strong HR practices, incl. performance management and employee relations.
• Ability to give, receive, and apply constructive feedback.
• Adaptable, positive mindset amid shifting priorities.
• Comfort with ambiguity and complex work.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.
• US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates curiosity about the big picture and how HR connects to business goals.
• Contributes to HR projects and programs from early stages with timely follow-through.
• Builds rapport and collaborates with peers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams.
• Identifies issues, gathers information, and proposes thoughtful HR solutions with guidance.
• Asks the right questions, researches options, and supports HR resources.
• Works with data and metrics to translate findings into actionable insights.
• Documents HR processes, summarizes findings, and drafts communications on HR matters.
• Manages multiple tasks and maintains productivity in a fast-paced environment.
• Supports positive interactions between employees and leadership as a reliable HR resource.
• Exercises sound judgment handling sensitive information with discretion.

Skills

HRBP experience

Employee relations

Performance management

Employment law basics

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Top Secret clearance

US citizen

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related field

Job description

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner, generalist, or related HR function
• Solid understanding of HR practices including performance management, employee relations, and employment law basics
• Ability to give, receive, and implement constructive feedback
• Positive, adaptable mindset when priorities shift or processes evolve
• Comfort working effectively in ambiguous circumstances
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that aid in building trust quickly
• Confidence to interact with business leaders at all levels
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a government contracting workforce
• Familiarity with HR platforms like Workday and iCIMS
• HR Certification (HRCI or SHRM)

The National Aerospace and Cyber & Intelligence Sector HR Team has an opportunity for a mid-career Human Resources Business Partner who delivers beyond transactional by being a strategic partner. This role is best suited for someone who is experienced as an HRBP and is energized by the idea of HR adding value to the business. The work can be complex; you will be challenged but also supported and encouraged to grow.

What You'll Do

• Demonstrates curiosity about the big picture and an eagerness to understand how HR connects to broader business goals; willing to dig into details to support team objectives
• Takes initiative to contribute to HR projects and programs from early stages, assist in developing plans and processes, and follow through on assigned tasks within established timelines
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with peers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues, gather relevant information, and propose thoughtful solutions with guidance from senior HR partners
• Willingness to ask the right questions to understand a problem, research options, and support the delivery of appropriate HR solutions and resources
• Comfortable working with data and metrics; ability to support workforce analysis and translate findings into actionable insights with direction from leadership
• Foundational understanding of employee relations principles; ability to approach sensitive situations with objectivity, professionalism, and fairness
• Ability to clearly document HR processes, summarize findings, and draft professional communications related to HR and employee relations matters
• Able to manage multiple tasks, remain flexible, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Supports positive interactions between employees and leadership by serving as an approachable and reliable HR resource
• Demonstrates sound judgment in handling sensitive information and communicates with appropriate discretion based on role and context