Sr. HR Business Partner

Relativity; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 112,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Relativity is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner who will drive HR initiatives that enhance performance and employee experience. This role will align HR strategy with business goals, providing hands-on support to senior leadership teams and contributing to a collaborative HR culture.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Annual performance bonus

Long-term incentives

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience in a full-cycle HRBP role.
• Demonstrated track record in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Advise senior leaders on performance management and talent development.
• Lead change management initiatives to enhance organizational performance.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

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Job Overview

We’re a high-performing, dynamic and fast-paced organization, where ownership and proactiveness are key. As a Senior HRBP, you’ll partner with the Product and Engineering senior leadership teams (Director/VP level) to align HR strategy with business goals. By building strong relationships and understanding your business units, you’ll drive HR initiatives that elevate performance and the overall employee experience at Relativity.

Posting Type

Hybrid

Job Overview

We’re a high-performing, dynamic and fast-paced organization, where ownership and proactiveness are key. As a Senior HRBP, you’ll partner with the Product and Engineering senior leadership teams (Director/VP level) to align HR strategy with business goals. By building strong relationships and understanding your business units, you’ll drive HR initiatives that elevate performance and the overall employee experience at Relativity.

Key Responsibilities

Job Description and Requirements

Strategic Partnership & Delivery

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, providing hands-on HR support in performance management, talent development, employee relations, investigations, and conflict resolution.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their priorities, translate them into HR plans, and execute those plans with speed and precision.
• Lead change management efforts—designing and implementing people-focused initiatives that enhance agility and performance.
  
  

Proactive Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities to streamline and enhance HR practices (policies, processes, tools) and lead projects to drive those improvements end to end.
• Research and leverage HR trends and best practices to introduce new programs or refine existing ones—always looking for ways to raise the bar.
  
  

Talent Management & Leadership Coaching

• Coach leaders on fostering a high-engagement culture, promoting career growth, and building strong succession pipelines.
• Partner with leaders to assess current and future talent needs.
  
  

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Conduct thorough, fair investigations and resolve complex employee relations issues—applying strong judgment to balance employee advocacy with business needs.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements; partner with legal or external counsel as needed.
  
  

Team & Cross-Functional Contribution

• Actively participate in HRBP team meetings and cross-functional HR initiatives—sharing best practices, providing input on HR projects, and continuously improving our HR operating model.
• Contribute to a collaborative HR culture: communicate openly, share insights, and coach peers when opportunities arise.
  
  

What You Bring

Proven HRBP Experience

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a full-cycle HR Business Partner role supporting managers and senior leaders.
• Demonstrated track record of driving HR initiatives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.
  
  

Strong HR Expertise

• Deep knowledge of HR policies, employment laws, and HR best practices—able to apply them pragmatically.
• Experience leading change management and HR transformation projects from concept through implementation.
  
  

Analytical & Solution-Oriented Mindset

• Excellent problem-solving skills: able to analyze complex situations, think creatively, and recommend practical solutions that balance short- and long-term implications.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to juggle competing priorities while meeting tight deadlines.
  
  

Relationship & Communication Skills

• Outstanding influencer: builds credibility quickly with stakeholders at all levels, from individual contributors to executives.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication—able to distill complex HR topics into clear, actionable guidance.
  
  

Self-Starter with Ownership Mentality

• Proactive, motivated, and able to work independently: you anticipate needs, take initiative, and deliver without waiting to be told.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and change—a quick learner who thrives in a growing organization.
  
  

Relativity is committed to competitive, fair, and equitable compensation practices.

This position is eligible for total compensation which includes a competitive base salary, an annual performance bonus, and long-term incentives.

The expected salary range for this role is between following values:

$112,000 and $168,000

The final offered salary will be based on several factors, including but not limited to the candidate's depth of experience, skill set, qualifications, and internal pay equity. Hiring at the top end of the range would not be typical, to allow for future meaningful salary growth in this position.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Software Development

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