Human Resources Business Partner, Senior Advisor

Peraton; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Job summary

Peraton's Space Sector HR Team seeks a seasoned Human Resources Business Partner to support Homeland/National Security programs with a 500+ employee dispersed workforce. You will partner with leaders to drive workforce planning, talent management, performance and engagement initiatives while handling sensitive information with discretion.

The ideal candidate brings deep HR business partnering experience, strong communication and business acumen, and a proactive mindset to deliver results in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of HR experience with at least 10 years as an HRBP.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong communication across all levels; experience presenting to large groups.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office tools.
• Must reside in the Northern Virginia/Washington, DC area and be onsite 4 days per week.
• Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to execute workforce planning, talent management, performance and engagement initiatives.
• Drive HR initiatives across multiple programs and ensure timely delivery.
• Build consultative relationships with HR Centers of Excellence and stakeholders.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and propose solutions.
• Guide leaders through complex employee relations issues with discretion.
• Serve as an ambassador for Peraton's priorities and sector culture.

Skills

Communication skills

Business acumen

Ambiguity navigation

Data analysis

Confidential information handling

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

PowerBI

Workday

iCIMS

Job description

Responsibilities

Peraton's Space Sector HR Team is seeking a seasoned Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support multiple programs within our Federal Civilian portfolio, specifically across key Homeland/National Security programs. This role supports a geographically dispersed workforce of 500+ employees and partners closely with leaders across the business to deliver strategic, results-driven HR support.

We are looking for a trusted advisor, strong collaborator, and organized executor who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn and grow within an experienced HR team. The ideal candidate brings outstanding relationship-building skills, excellent business acumen, and a proactive mindset that enables win-win solutions across the organization.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders across a large, dispersed client group to execute key HR activities including workforce planning, talent management, performance management, employee relations, compensation reviews, leadership development, training, and engagement initiatives.
• Drive HR initiatives and projects, balancing multiple priorities while delivering on timeline commitments.
• Build strong, consultative relationships across HR Centers of Excellence and business stakeholders.
• Analyze workforce and organizational data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and recommend actionable solutions.
• Guide leaders through complex employee relations issues, fostering positive employee and team dynamics.
• Manage confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Serve as an ambassador for Peraton's Strategic Imperatives, Operational Priorities, and sector culture and engagement initiatives.
• Manage confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.

Key HR Business Partner Competencies

• Unwavering ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Strong partnership orientation and commitment to organizational success.
• Excellent business acumen and ability to align HR tools to business outcomes.
• Comfort navigating ambiguity with a solutions-oriented approach.
• Ability to balance qualitative and quantitative insights effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of HR experience, with at least 10 years as a Human Resources Business Partner.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Psychology, Business, or related field (equivalent experience considered).
• Strong communication skills across all levels, with experience presenting to large groups and facilitating HR discussions with managers and employees.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Office tools.
• Must reside in the Northern Virginia/Washington, DC area.
• Ability and willingness to be onsite 4 days per week.
• Demonstrated ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• HR certification: PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
• Experience with Workday, iCIMS, PowerBI, or other Human Capital Management systems.
• Experience in the Defense industry, Unions, or Service Contract Act (SCA).
• Active or ability to obtain a Top Secret security clearance.

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.