Strategic HR Business Partner — Higher Education

High Point University; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point University is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner who will serve as a consultant to leaders across schools and departments, aligning HR practices with university goals and laws. The role manages full lifecycle talent acquisition and drives performance and development initiatives across HR activities.

The HRBP will collaborate with HR Leadership and Payroll to support employees, maintain data integrity, and provide strategic guidance on employment policies and regulatory

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR or related field is required or preferred.
• HR certification (PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides advice and guidance to client departments and employees on HR processes and inquiries.
• Maintains accurate employee data in HR systems and conducts regular audits.
• Resolves HR data issues and supports research/analysis needs of HR Office.
• Guides managers through interview, selection and hiring processes ensuring policy compliance.
• Collaborates with HR Leadership to maintain Form I-9 records and employment eligibility.
• Supports changes in job title, salary, and supervisor assignments in HR systems.

Skills

Client-facing service model

Consultation

Relationship management

Communication (verbal & written)

Policy interpretation

Data analysis

Interviews & hiring support

Organization & prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/HR or related field

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

Tools

Workday

Oracle

Job description

High Point University is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner who will serve as a consultant to leaders across schools and departments, aligning HR practices with university goals and laws. The role manages full lifecycle talent acquisition and drives performance and development initiatives across HR activities.

The HRBP will collaborate with HR Leadership and Payroll to support employees, maintain data integrity, and provide strategic guidance on employment policies and regulatory