Strategic HR Partner | Multi-State Design Firm

Cushing Terrell; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushing Terrell is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to serve as the day-to-day HR contact for managers and employees within a client group. The role supports performance management, employee relations, onboarding, and multi-state compliance in a hybrid or in-office setting.

You will work with the Senior HR Manager on coaching, development, and investigations, and help welcome new hires during Day 1 and the first 100 days after acquisitions, turning manual processes into

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with 5+ years HR experience.
• Experience supporting employees across multiple states/geographies.
• Strong communication and discretion in handling confidential info.
• Proficiency with ADP Workforce Now and Excel for reporting.
• Knowledge of multi-state employment law and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first HR contact for managers and employees, escalating complex issues as needed.
• Support performance management cycle including goal setting and reviews.
• Guide managers on feedback, documentation, and development conversations.
• Handle routine employee relations with empathy and discretion, follow policies.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition and HR Operations on hiring and onboarding for 90–100 day windows.
• Support integration of employees from acquired firms during Day 1 onboarding and first 100 days.
• Pull ADP reports on headcount, turnover, and cycle completion; maintain data accuracy.
• Assist multi-state compliance, internal mobility, and change communications.

Skills

HR experience

Multistate support

Policy & compliance

Discretion & judgment

Clear communication

ADP/HRIS proficiency

Excel reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Microsoft 365

Job description

Cushing Terrell is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to serve as the day-to-day HR contact for managers and employees within a client group. The role supports performance management, employee relations, onboarding, and multi-state compliance in a hybrid or in-office setting.

You will work with the Senior HR Manager on coaching, development, and investigations, and help welcome new hires during Day 1 and the first 100 days after acquisitions, turning manual processes into