Strategic HR Partner & Associate Director

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks an Associate Director, Human Resources to act as a trusted HR partner across multiple departments, driving HR initiatives and programs. The role focuses on leadership coaching, workforce planning, and organizational change to support Booth’s strategic goals.

This position emphasizes data-driven decision making, partnership with Booth HR Leadership, and collaboration with central HR to optimize employee experience and performance across the

Qualifications

• College/university degree in related field required.
• 5-7 years of work experience in a related discipline required.

Responsibilities

• Act as strategic HR Business Partner to Booth leadership teams.
• Coach and develop leaders to enhance effectiveness and build high-performing teams.
• Support workforce planning, talent acquisition, and onboarding to meet organizational needs.
• Advise on compensation strategy using internal and external data.

Skills

Relationship-building

Stakeholder management

Critical thinking

Influencing

Change management

Independent work

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in related field

Job description

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks an Associate Director, Human Resources to act as a trusted HR partner across multiple departments, driving HR initiatives and programs. The role focuses on leadership coaching, workforce planning, and organizational change to support Booth’s strategic goals.

This position emphasizes data-driven decision making, partnership with Booth HR Leadership, and collaboration with central HR to optimize employee experience and performance across the