The Director, HRBP will strategically partner with leaders to align HR strategies with business goals, driving organizational effectiveness and culture initiatives while overseeing HR functions and compliance.
Director, Human Resources Business Partner
Location: Remote, with 30% travel
About the Role
We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) for one of our operating companies to serve as a trusted advisor to senior business leaders. In this role, you will partner closely with executive and functional leadership to align people strategies with business objectives, drive organizational effectiveness, and champion a high-performance culture. This is a highly visible, influential role that requires both strategic thinking and hands-on execution.
Compensation: $140-150k plus bonus
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Partnership
- Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to senior leaders across assigned business units, translating business goals into actionable people strategies.
- Provide expert counsel on organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management.
- Proactively identify trends and root causes impacting employee engagement, retention, and performance, and develop solutions accordingly.
Talent & Organizational Development
- Lead and support end-to-end talent review processes, including identification of high-potential employees and development planning.
- Partner with Learning & Development to design and implement programs that build leadership capability and bench strength.
- Drive change management efforts in support of organizational transformations, restructuring, and culture initiatives.
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant resolution.
- Ensure HR policies and practices comply with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
- Partner with Legal and Compliance teams on sensitive matters as needed.
Performance & Compensation
- Coach leaders on performance management best practices, including goal setting, feedback, and performance improvement.
- Collaborate with Total Rewards to ensure compensation and benefits programs are competitive, equitable, and aligned with business needs.
Data & Insights
- Leverage HR analytics and people data to inform decisions, measure the effectiveness of HR initiatives, and present insights to senior leadership.
Team Leadership
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR Managers, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
- Act as a thought leader and subject matter expert within the broader HR function.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in a senior HRBP or HR leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience partnering with VP- and C-suite-level leaders.
- Deep knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and organizational effectiveness principles.
- Proven track record of driving talent and culture initiatives at scale.
- Strong executive presence with excellent communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills.
- High proficiency in data analysis and HR reporting; experience with HRIS platforms (e.g., Paylocity, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors).
Preferred
- Master's degree in HR, Business, or a related field.
- SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification.
- Experience in a matrixed, global, or high-growth organization.
- Background in change management methodologies (e.g., Prosci).
Orion Group New York, New York, USA Office
New York, New York, United States
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