Strategic HRBP for US Scale-Up Tech

Nearfield Instruments; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nearfield Instruments in Portland, Oregon, seeks an HR Business Partner to support and strengthen our U.S. operations. You will be the key HR contact for employees and managers, ensuring smooth HR processes while contributing to a strong, scalable organization.

This hands-on role offers broad exposure with opportunities to grow into a more strategic HR position over time, partnering with the global team and our PEO provider to align payroll, policies, and HR data practices as we scale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• 4–6 years of HR generalist or HRBP experience.
• Experience in an international or scaling environment.
• Solid understanding of U.S. employment law and HR practices.
• Experience with HR systems and payroll processes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Hands-on, proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management ability.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding.
• Act as the first point of contact for employees and managers on HR topics.
• Support and coordinate the recruitment process in close collaboration with the global recruitment team.
• Ensure accurate and compliant HR administration, working closely with our PEO provider.
• Prepare and coordinate payroll inputs, including new hires, compensation changes, and leave.
• Support managers on HR topics such as probation, contract changes, and basic employee relations.
• Maintain HR data and support reporting and insights.
• Contribute to HR projects and process improvements as we scale.

Skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll systems

Job description

Nearfield Instruments in Portland, Oregon, seeks an HR Business Partner to support and strengthen our U.S. operations. You will be the key HR contact for employees and managers, ensuring smooth HR processes while contributing to a strong, scalable organization.

This hands-on role offers broad exposure with opportunities to grow into a more strategic HR position over time, partnering with the global team and our PEO provider to align payroll, policies, and HR data practices as we scale.