Senior Director Human Resources Business Partner

Sunrise Senior Living; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 133,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a Senior Director of Human Resources Business Partner to align human capital strategies with organizational objectives. This role involves advising executive leadership, driving talent management initiatives, and fostering a high-performance culture. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience and a strong background in organizational change. Join a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and meaningful impact.

Benefits

Health plans

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of HR experience, including 5+ years supporting executive leaders.
• Proven success in partnering with C-suite and leading organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Drive enterprise-wide talent strategy and align workforce planning with business goals.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing HR team.
• Champion people-centric initiatives across corporate and geographically dispersed teams.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Master’s or HR certification

Job description

Senior Director Human Resources Business Partner

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Sunrise Senior Living provided pay range

This range is provided by Sunrise Senior Living. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$133,600.00/yr - $205,600.00/yr

When you join Sunrise Senior Living, you will be able to use your unique skills to empower residents to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. Not only will you build meaningful relationships with residents, their families, and team members alike, but you will also gain joy in serving others and deep fulfillment in your work. Explore how you can follow your passions and shed light on meaningful ways to serve, grow, and shine together.

Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work by Activated Insights. This is the 7th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

Community Name: Community Support Office

Job ID: 2025-228441

Job Overview

The Senior Director Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor and thought partner to the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior leaders, aligning human capital strategies with organizational objectives. This role supports both corporate team members and geographically dispersed employees across the U.S. and leads enterprise-wide initiatives in talent management, organizational effectiveness, and cultural transformation. The Senior Director HRBP influences leadership decision-making related to workforce planning, leadership development, and change management. Additionally, this position mentors HR team members, promoting a cohesive and agile HR function that supports the company's mission and values.

This position will be onsite 4 days per week at our corporate office in McLean, VA.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Drive enterprise-wide talent strategy by partnering with the ELT and senior leaders to align workforce planning, organizational design, and leadership development with Sunrise’s long-term business goals.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to ELT members and department heads, offering insight and influence on complex talent decisions, leadership effectiveness, and organizational change.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing HR team, providing direction, development, and coaching to HR Generalists and office services professionals.
• Champion people-centric initiatives across corporate and geographically dispersed teams, ensuring equity in engagement, communication, and performance management practices.
• Architect organizational effectiveness solutions, including job design, team structure, and workforce optimization.
• Design and deliver engagement strategies tailored for both on-site and remote team members.
• Steer cultural transformation efforts by promoting Sunrise’s mission, values, and DEIB initiatives.
• Oversee employee relations matters, focusing on risk mitigation, legal compliance, and policy consistency.
• Advise on workforce transitions, including reductions in force, severance planning, and impact analyses.
• Lead compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to employment laws and internal policies.
• Maintain compliance in required training and certifications.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies:

• Success in aligning talent strategies with business goals and serving as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.
• Experience in leading large-scale transformation efforts and organizational design.
• Deep knowledge of employment laws and regulatory frameworks.
• Skills in designing enterprise engagement strategies and fostering a high-performance culture.
• Ability to lead and develop HR teams and collaborate cross-functionally.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s or HR certification preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of HR experience, including 5+ years supporting executive leaders and dispersed teams.
• Proven success in partnering with C-suite and leading organizational change.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Extensive knowledge of employment laws and employee relations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

About Sunrise

Join us to make a meaningful impact and brighten the future for our residents and team members. We offer a supportive environment with benefits such as health plans, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for growth.

Pre-employment Requirements

Employment is conditioned on passing a drug test, participating in health screenings, and complying with vaccination laws.