Sr. Human Resources Business Partner - Professional Services

esri; Redlands (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health, dental, vision coverage

401(k) and profit sharing

Minimum 80 hours vacation

12 paid holidays

Job summary

Esri is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, shaping HR strategies and driving organizational performance. The role emphasizes talent management, engagement, and compliance while partnering with Employee Relations on investigations and change initiatives.

The position offers relocation assistance to Redlands, CA and a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement plans, and ample vacation and holidays.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven experience as an HRBP or similar role, with a focus on strategic HR initiatives
• Outstanding creativity, maturity, flexibility, and sound judgment in complex situations
• Demonstrated track record of building successful relationships and partnerships at all organizational levels
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and strong business acumen to drive organizational success
• Proven conflict resolution and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage diverse perspectives and achieve consensus
• Ability to make data-driven decisions, leveraging analytics to inform business strategies and improve outcomes
• Expertise in change management, with experience guiding teams through transitions and driving continuous improvement
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations including ADA, EEO, FMLA, Title VII, and wage and hour laws and benefits
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or communications

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning with senior management to align HR strategies with business goals and improve engagement
• Address employee relations issues and guide conflict resolution with the Employee Relations team
• Lead and communicate change initiatives and support organizational transformation
• Define and implement talent management and performance programs; analyze data and coach managers
• Serve as consultative partner to leadership; align talent management with business needs; monitor compliance
• Collaborate with HR specialists across employee relations, talent acquisition, OD, training, and compliance

Skills

Strategic HR

Relationship building

Communication

Leadership

Data analytics

Change management

Labor law knowledge

Negotiation

Business acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or communications

HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP)

MBA or Master’s degree in HR/communications/industrial psychology/marketing

Job description

Overview

Our Senior HR Business Partners (HRBP) are trusted advisors to senior leadership, driving impactful HR initiatives that align with our business goals and contribute to organizational success. They collaborate closely with leadership to influence talent management, increase division performance, and shape a positive and inclusive employee experience.

As a Senior HRBP, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and executing change, enhancing team collaboration, and building strong relationships across departments. We are seeking a dynamic and solutions-oriented HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering strategic value, solving complex challenges, and impacting company culture. If you are passionate about making a tangible impact on both people and business outcomes, we'd love to hear from you.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with senior management to develop HR strategies aligned with business goals. Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance.
• Solve problems: Address employee relations issues and provide guidance on conflict resolution. Collaborate with our Employee Relations team on investigations and recommend solutions to maintain a positive work environment. Proactively manage and resolve employee concerns and mitigate legal risk.
• Influence change: Lead change initiatives and support organizational transformation. Communicate changes effectively to employees and provide support through the transition process.
• Drive results: Further define and implement strategic talent management and performance management programs to align the workforce to achieve company goals. Analyze performance data to identify trends and provide coaching to managers on performance feedback. Utilize HR metrics and data analysis to drive decision-making. Generate reports on key HR metrics for management review.
• Be an expert: Serve as a consultative thought partner to leadership to align business needs with talent management objectives. Stay connected to the competitive landscape, including compensation and recommend strategic changes within the division. Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders: Participate in and lead key meetings with business leaders and the HR team. Collaborate with business leaders to interpret business needs and identify talent priorities. Build strong partnerships with HR specialists in the areas of employee relations, talent acquisition, organizational development and training, and compliance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven experience as an HRBP or similar role, with a focus on strategic HR initiatives
• Outstanding creativity, maturity, flexibility, and sound judgment in complex situations
• Demonstrated track record of building successful relationships and partnerships at all organizational levels
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and strong business acumen to drive organizational success
• Proven conflict resolution and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage diverse perspectives and achieve consensus
• Ability to make data-driven decisions, leveraging analytics to inform business strategies and improve outcomes
• Expertise in change management, with experience guiding teams through transitions and driving continuous improvement
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations including ADA, EEO, FMLA, Title VII, and wage and hour laws and benefits
• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, or communications

Recommended Qualifications

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
• Experience in an information technology company during a time of high growth
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities
• MBA or Master's degree in human resources, communications, industrial psychology, or marketing

Total Rewards

• Esri's competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit‑sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy.
• Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
• Base salary range: $82,160 - $136,240 USD

The Company

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