HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a strategic advisor to leaders and employees in the Business Unit. This role designs and delivers scalable people solutions that drive growth, productivity, and a high performance, inclusive culture. The HRBP leads talent management, workforce planning, employee relations, change management, compliance, and HR analytics for their area of business - directly tying people initiatives to business outcomes.

Compensation & Benefits:

Estimated Starting Salary Range for HR Business Partner: Pay commensurate with experience.

Full time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, and other possible benefits as provided. Benefits are subject to change with or without notice.

One position will be located in D.C. and one position located in Tulsa, OK.

HR Business Partner Responsibilities Include:

Strategic Alignment and Partnership

• Provide strategic business partnership, thought leadership, and coaching to leaders at all levels.

• Translate BU priorities into actionable people plans that improve top and bottom-line results.

• Design and deliver targeted, scalable solutions in strategic planning, talent assessment, change management, and team building.

• Participate in site visits and maintain a visible connection to operations and the workforce.

• Lead and participate in cross functional HR projects as part of the broader HR team.

Talent, Performance, and Engagement

• Drive end to end talent strategies to drive high performance and support team growth and individual development plans.

• Manage the performance cycle (goal setting, frequent meaningful conversations, annual/midyear reviews) and talent and succession planning.

• Manage and facilitate stay interviews, pulse surveys, engagement surveys and action planning throughout the year.

• Provide coaching, mentorship and counseling to leaders and employees.

• Identify training needs and implement development solutions.

Organizational Design and Workforce Planning

• Advise on org design, restructures, and strategic workforce planning to meet future needs of the business.

• Forecast short- and long-term staffing needs and assess current skills against future requirements.

• Design and facilitate team sessions and offsites to align on priorities, roles, and ways of working.

• Implement initiatives that strengthen engagement, productivity, retention, and culture.

Data Driven Insights and Reporting

• Provide rigorous HR data analysis and reporting based on business needs, along with clear insights and recommendations.

• Own monthly People metrics and HR KPIs for the business unit, ensuring data integrity and timely reporting.

• Use metrics to identify trends, address talent gaps, and advise on workforce solutions and risk mitigation.

Employee Relations, Compliance, and Change

• Partner closely with Employee Relations and Legal on investigations, conflict resolution, performance improvement plans and corrective actions.

• Maintain in depth knowledge of employment law; ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.

• Drive change management to help teams navigate transitions, ensuring alignment through people, process, and technology.

• Support a positive, high performing work environment.

• Coach leaders to proactively prevent employee relations issues.

HR Collaboration and Scale

• Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, HR Operations, Total Rewards, HR Technology, and Learning and Development to implement solutions and scale the business.

• Partner with other BU HRBPs to ensure enterprise alignment around key programs and practices.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

HR Business Partner Experience, Education, Skills, Abilities requested:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; Master's or HR certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP, PHR/SPHR) preferred.

• 5-7 years of progressive HR experience.

• Proven experience in talent management, organizational design, workforce planning, employee relations, and change management.

• Strong analytical skills; proficient with HRIS and data visualization; comfortable turning metrics into action.

• Skilled coach and trusted advisor with excellent judgment, discretion, and relationship building skills.

• Experience supporting multi-site, fast growth, or matrixed environments preferred.

• Must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Businesses Corp - CFED (CNB) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government's mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNB, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

5 keywords

• Talent management and succession planning
• Workforce planning and organizational design
• Employee relations and compliance (employment law)
• HR analytics and KPI reporting (HRIS, data visualization)
• Change management and leader coaching

5 similar job titles

• Senior HR Business Partner
• People Business Partner
• HR Partner, Business Unit
• Human Resources Manager (Strategic HR/HRBP)
• Employee Relations and Talent Business Partner

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