Senior HR Business Partner

MDA Edge; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Human Resources is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to provide strategic support within the designated Operating Unit. This role involves partnering with senior leadership, addressing HR initiatives, and leading change management efforts to enhance the work environment. The ideal candidate will possess significant HR experience, preferably in a unionized environment, and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Human Resources.
• At least 2 years as a HR Business Partner.
• Proven success in leading within a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic support and consultation on HR-related matters.
• Partner with senior leadership to enhance the work environment.
• Leverage HR expertise to support line managers.

Skills

Change management

Human Resources Leadership

Union relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

PHR

SPHR

CEBS

CCP

CBP

Job description

Primary Function:

• The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) provides strategic support and consultation on human resources-related matters within the designated Operating Unit (OU). The incumbent establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all levels of management and staff.
• The Sr. HRBP partners with senior leadership to analyze, monitor, and address human resources initiatives that aim to strategically and proactively enhance the work environment.
• This role also leverages expertise across various HR functions to provide tactical support to line managers and serves as a liaison with other HR areas—including recruitment, training and development, employee/labor relations, compensation, and benefits.
• Additionally, the Sr. HRBP offers change management leadership as needed.

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in Human Resources, including at least 2 years as a HR Business Partner.
• Proven success in leading within a unionized environment is required for all Operating Units, with the exception of the Medical Group, Main Center, and Corporate Services.
• Certification in at least one major HR discipline—such as PHR, SPHR, CEBS, CCP, or CBP—is preferred.