Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

Graebel Companies, Inc.; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading talent mobility firm in Denver is seeking a Manager, Human Resources to serve as a strategic partner to business leaders across the U.S. and Canada. This hybrid role focuses on leadership effectiveness, coaching, and data-driven HR solutions. Candidates should have over 7 years of HR experience and a strong background in business acumen and analytics. The role offers a salary range between $82,000 to $105,000, along with comprehensive benefits including health, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive HR experience in a client-facing role.
• Significant experience supporting leaders in the U.S. and Canada.
• Proven ability to advise leaders using HR metrics.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary HR partner to leaders.
• Proactively advise leaders on workforce strategy.
• Support performance management lifecycle for employees.
• Leverage HR data for insights on engagement and performance.

Skills

Business acumen

Coaching skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or Business Administration

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HR analytics tools

Job description

This role is based in the Denver Metro area and is hybrid in nature. The ideal candidate will be able to come into the Denver Graebel office on Tuesdays.

Are you ready to open a world of opportunity in talent mobility? Our clients include some of the largest and most recognized brands in the world. They’re innovators and leaders in their industries, making life-enhancing breakthroughs every day. We help them tap into those opportunities by placing their exceptional people where they need to be, anywhere in the world. When it comes to service, we set the bar for exceptional … and then we raise it with fresh ideas, leading tools and innovative approaches, and it’s all grounded in our values of truth, love, and integrity. We call it People-first Mobility. We’re looking for exceptional people who share those values along with our passion for delivering the highest levels of service. If that sounds like you, and if you’re ready for a new career opportunity, we’d like to hear from you! Here’s to the world ahead.

Reporting to the Vice President of Global Human Resources, the Manager, Human Resources serves as a strategic, client-focused Human Resources Business Partner supporting leaders and employees across the United States and Canada. This role is heavily oriented toward partnership, coaching, and advisory support, with a strong emphasis on leadership effectiveness, talent development, and data-driven decision-making. The Manager, Human Resources, works closely with business leaders to understand their objectives, anticipate people-related needs, and deliver thoughtful HR solutions that enhance performance, engagement, and organizational health.

We are committed to fair and transparent compensation. The salary range for this role is based on several factors including experience, skills, and qualifications and is $82,000 to $105,000.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Business Partnership & Client Focus
• Serve as a primary HR partner to leaders, building strong, trusted relationships and deep understanding of business priorities.
• Proactively advise leaders on workforce strategy, organizational effectiveness, and team development and performance.
• Act as an advocate for both the business and employees, ensuring balanced, thoughtful solutions.
• Leadership Support, Coaching & Development
• Coach leaders on leadership effectiveness, communication, and people management capabilities.
• Partner with leaders to identify development needs and support individual and team growth.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development on leadership development programs and targeted interventions.
• Talent Management, Succession & Workforce Planning
• Partner with leaders on talent assessment, succession planning, and development planning for key roles.
• Support workforce planning efforts, including identification of critical capabilities and future talent needs.
• Contribute to building strong internal talent pipelines and leadership bench strength.
• Employee Experience & Performance Management
• Support leaders and employees through the full performance management lifecycle, including goal setting, feedback, development planning, and corrective action when needed.
• Provide guidance on employee relations matters, with a focus on coaching, resolution, and positive employee experiences.
• Foster an inclusive, engaging, and high-performance culture across the organization.
• HR Analytics & Insights
• Leverage HR data and analytics to provide leaders with insights related to engagement, retention, performance, and workforce trends.
• Develop and interpret dashboards, reports, and metrics to support evidence-based decision-making.
• Use data to identify risks, opportunities, and proactive interventions that improve business and people outcomes.
• Compliance Oversight (US & Canada)
• Ensure HR guidance and recommendations align with applicable U.S. and Canadian employment laws and regulations.
• Partner with internal specialists as needed on policy interpretation, leaves, accommodations, and terminations.

Required Skills

• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategies to business outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal, coaching, and communication skills.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving, and conflict resolution capabilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR, or Canadian HR designation (CHRP/CHRL) preferred.

Required Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience in an HR Business Partner or client-facing role.
• Demonstrated experience supporting leaders and employees in both the U.S. and Canada.
• Strong background using HR analytics, metrics, and data to inform decisions and advise leaders.
• Proven ability to coach leaders, influence outcomes, and manage sensitive issues with professionalism and discretion.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

As a testament to our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and in alignment with our commitment to fair and transparent compensation, our salary bands are transparent both internally and as a part of our external recruitment process. The targets for this role are dependent on market/ geographic location and range from $82,000 to $105,000.

At Graebel, where we truly value the exceptional contributions of our dedicated team—yes, that means YOU—we’ve crafted a benefits package with your success in mind. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) plan, top notch health insurance (covering medical, dental, and vision), and find support through our Employee Assistance Program. Enjoy well-earned breaks with paid time off that grows with your years of service to the company, paid holidays each year, and volunteer paid time off! Secure your future with life insurance and disability coverage. Join us to elevate your work life experience!

Graebel Companies, Inc. is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disabled/Vet