Senior HR Business Partner

Imagine Learning, Inc.; Tempe (AZ); Hybrid; USD 105,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401k with company match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Maternity/fertility benefits

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Imagine Learning, Inc. in Tempe, AZ is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to align HR initiatives with business objectives. You will partner with leaders, guide performance and organizational design, and drive workforce planning to support growth and morale.

The role offers hybrid work, a competitive base salary, and bonus potential based on performance. A strong background in HR disciplines and leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, psychology or HR management with at least 8 years of HR experience.
• Knowledge of employee relations, performance management, compensation, organizational development, and laws.
• Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration with business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business unit leadership to develop and drive the HR agenda within the business unit.
• Provide daily HR guidance to all levels of employees and management within the business unit.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and address grievances.
• Guide and support managers through performance management, succession planning, restructuring, budgeting, pay adjustments, reductions in force, and workforce planning.
• Analyze and report on HR metrics and recommend HR strategies and policies.
• Support managers in organizational design, job descriptions, and market pricing for new jobs.
• Identify training opportunities and collaborate with internal teams on training solutions.
• Collaborate with recruiting, benefits, employee experience, and compensation to support initiatives within the business unit.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Employee relations

Performance management

Organizational development

HR policies

Analytical skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, psychology or HR management

Tools

HRIS

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Job description

Human ResourcesHybrid Remote , United StatesTempe,AZ

At Imagine Learning, we Empower Potential - in students, educators, and each other. As the leading provider of digital-first K–12 curriculum solutions, we’re committed to igniting learning breakthroughs that spark curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Every day, our team designs innovative tools that help educators personalize instruction and engage students in meaningful ways. We’re shaping the future of learning through our Curriculum-Informed AI™ approach - technology that understands instructional context, respects educator judgment, and transforms how teachers personalize learning at scale to unlock each student’s potential. Together, we’re reimagining what’s possible and transforming education .

That same spirit of innovation and purpose drives our team culture. At Imagine Learning, you’ll find opportunities for meaningful work, continuous growth, and connection with passionate colleagues who care deeply about making a difference. We celebrate collaboration, embrace change, and believe in lifelong learning - for our students and ourselves.

Imagine Learning offers flexible work arrangements across the U.S. and internationally. U.S.-based employees located in or around Tempe, AZ (HQ), Austin, TX, Petaluma, CA, Rock Rapids, IA, or Bloomington, MN , typically work on a hybrid schedule at one of our office locations .

Imagine Your Impact .

The Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for aligning HR functions and initiatives with the business objectives for an assigned business unit. This position adds value to the business unit by providing appropriate and timely HR solutions that build morale, increase employee productivity and retention, and ultimately drive business results .

Position Information : This is a regular, full-time position , reporting to the HR Business Partner Manager .

Compensation : Base pay is anticipated to be between $ 104,829.00 and $ 110,000.00 per year. Eligible employees may also receive incentive/commission/annual bonus pay based on individual and/or company performance. Compensation may vary based on factors such as, but not limited to, individual skills, experience, training, education/certifications, geographic location, internal equity, and local market conditions.

Location : Our headquarters are located in Tempe, AZ. While we have a preference for candidates based in the Phoenix/Tempe area who can participate in a hybrid work schedule, we welcome applications from highly qualified remote candidates across the U.S.

Benefits: I magine Learning provides a comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees, including:

• Multiple health, dental, and vision plans, including medical plans with zero employee premiums
• 401k plan with a company match
• 16 paid holidays, which include 2 floating holidays and a winter shutdown from Christmas Eve through New Year’s Day
• Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive m aternity and f ertility /family building benefits
• Paid bonding leave when a new child joins your family
• Access to on-demand mental health resources
• Life and short and long-term disability insurance
• Pre-tax savings plans
• A wide variety of professional development programs, including tuition reimbursement
• Work from home opportunities that foster work/life balance

Envision Your Experience .

In this role you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Partner with business unit leadership to develop and drive the HR agenda within the business unit.
• Provide daily HR guidance to all levels of employees and management within the business unit.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues and address grievances.
• Guide and support managers and leaders through performance management, succession planning, business unit restructuring, annual budget and pay adjustment processes, reductions in force, and workforce planning.
• Analyze and report on trends and metrics and recommend HR strategies, policies, and practices.
• Support managers in organizational design, developing job descriptions, and obtaining market pricing for new jobs.
• Identify training opportunities for teams and individuals and collaborate with the appropriate internal team on training solutions.
• Collaborate with internal HR departments, including recruiting, benefits, employee experience, and compensation, to understand their functions and support their initiatives within the business unit.
• Maintain knowledge of current and developing legal requirements to reduce risk and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintain an effective level of literacy about the business unit’s operations, financial position, midrange plans, culture, and competition.
• Other duties as required.

Share Your Expertise .

Experience, education, and qualifications essential for success in this role, include:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, communications, psychology or human resources management and at least 8 years of experience working in strategic areas of HR; or an acceptable combination of education and experience.
• Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including employee relations, performance management, compensation, organizational development, and federal and state employment laws.
• Demonstrable leadership skills, including experience working closely and communicating with business leaders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply applicable policies, guidelines, and laws.
• Experience with analyzing and reporting on HR metrics.
• Ability to be proactive and flexible to solve problems, as well as the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with an HRIS and Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and meeting tools such as Teams.
• Experience partnering with Product and Engineering organizations to support business objectives, organizational effectiveness, and talent strategies preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 5% to meet with business unit leaders or HR team members.

At Imagine Learning, we believe our work is strongest when people feel respected, supported, and encouraged to contribute their unique perspectives. We strive to create a welcoming workplace where employees can learn from one another, grow together, and build educational experiences that reflect the world of our learners.

Imagine Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to qualified individuals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, transgender status (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned), sexual orientation, marital status, religion (including religion dress and grooming practices), age 40 and over, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information (including results of genetic testing and characteristics), veteran and/or military status, or service in the military, and any other basis or status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Disclaimer

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.