Strategic HR Business Partner — People, Performance & Change

Tom Wood Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

401(k) with Company Match

Life & Disability Insurance

Professional Training & Career Dev

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Opportunities for Advancement

Job summary

Tom Wood Group is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to align business objectives with employees and management at our Indianapolis location. You will serve as a consultant on HR issues, champion employees, and drive organizational effectiveness in a family-owned environment.

You will partner with leaders to craft HR strategies, advise on employee relations and disciplinary actions, manage talent initiatives, and ensure policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or similar HR role, preferably within an automotive or dealership environment.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR best practices, and employee relations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Proactive problem-solving skills and experience managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop HR strategies that support organizational goals and drive performance.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary actions.
• Manage talent management initiatives, including workforce planning, succession planning, and performance management.
• Facilitate communication between management and employees to ensure clear understanding of organizational policies and practices.
• Analyze HR metrics and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend actionable solutions.
• Support change management initiatives and help drive the company culture aligned with Tom Wood Inc’s values.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Lead or support employee engagement activities and initiatives that foster a positive work environment.

Skills

HR strategy

Employee relations

Performance management

Change management

Labor laws

Communication

Job description

Tom Wood Group is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to align business objectives with employees and management at our Indianapolis location. You will serve as a consultant on HR issues, champion employees, and drive organizational effectiveness in a family-owned environment.

You will partner with leaders to craft HR strategies, advise on employee relations and disciplinary actions, manage talent initiatives, and ensure policy compliance.