Senior Human Resources Business Partner

CB Partners, LLC; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

CB Partners, LLC is seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Talent Business Partner to shape and elevate its talent strategy. You will work with business leaders to drive organizational effectiveness, leadership development, and workforce initiatives that support long-term success.

The ideal candidate is a strategic HR professional with experience influencing leaders, building scalable talent programs, and leading initiatives that strengthen organizational performance and culture.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Strong background partnering directly with leadership teams on talent initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience in leadership development, succession planning, and organizational development.
• Proven ability to create, implement, and manage innovative talent programs.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to align talent strategies with organizational goals and future workforce needs.
• Advise leaders on employee development, organizational structure, succession planning, and talent retention initiatives.
• Design and implement leadership development programs for high-potential employees and future leaders.
• Create and enhance learning, training, and professional development opportunities across the organization.
• Support organizational change initiatives with communication, engagement, and adoption strategies.
• Lead talent review processes and succession planning to build strong internal talent pipelines.
• Consult with managers on performance management, employee development, and workforce planning decisions.
• Analyze workforce data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.

Skills

Leadership development

Talent management

Employee relations

Strategic HR partnering

Change management

Tools

HRIS

LMS

Microsoft Office

Talent management systems

Job description

CB Partners is partnering with a highly regarded professional services organization seeking an experienced Senior Manager, Talent Business Partner to help shape and elevate its talent strategy. This role will work closely with business leaders to drive organizational effectiveness, leadership development, talent planning, employee engagement, and workforce initiatives that support long-term business success.

The ideal candidate is a strategic Human Resources professional with experience influencing leaders, building scalable talent programs, navigating complex employee relations matters, and leading initiatives that strengthen organizational performance and culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to align talent strategies with organizational goals and future workforce needs.
• Advise leaders on employee development, organizational structure, succession planning, and talent retention initiatives.
• Design and implement leadership development programs that support high‑potential employees and future leaders.
• Create and enhance learning, training, and professional development opportunities across the organization.
• Support organizational change initiatives by developing communication, engagement, and adoption strategies.
• Lead talent review processes and succession planning efforts to build strong internal talent pipelines.
• Consult with managers on performance management, employee development, and workforce planning decisions.
• Analyze workforce and talent data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Manage sensitive employee relations matters while ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Serve as a trusted business advisor on employee engagement, culture, retention, and organizational effectiveness.
• Develop and refine HR programs, policies, and best practices related to onboarding, promotions, transfers, and career development.
• Lead and participate in enterprise‑wide talent initiatives and cross‑functional projects.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to improve leadership capabilities and overall employee experience.
• Support continuous improvement efforts across Talent Management and Human Resources functions.

Qualifications

• 9+ years of progressive Human Resources experience.
• Strong background partnering directly with leadership teams on talent and organizational initiatives.
• Demonstrated experience in leadership development, succession planning, organizational development, and employee relations.
• Proven ability to create, implement, and manage innovative talent programs and development strategies.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR practices, and employee relations processes.
• Proficiency with HRIS platforms, talent management systems, learning management tools, and Microsoft Office Suite.

We are an equal opportunity employer and our company is committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status of protected veteran, among other things or status as a qualified individual with a disability.