HR Business Partner, Blackstone Technology and Innovations, AVP

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The Human Resources Business Partner role is multi-dimensional and involves aligning the organization’s Human Resources strategies with its business strategy and successfully implementing critical initiatives in support of business activities. The individual will work both as a hands-on generalist, strategic partner, and a trusted advisor to Blackstone Technology and Innovations (BXTI) constituents at all levels.  Responsibilities will vary but may include the following:

• Own key Human Resources activities predominantly for BXTI New York employees; including talent and performance management, training and development, onboarding, compensation planning, performance improvement plans, headcount tracking and reporting, and other cyclical HR processes

• Partner with stakeholders to lead and support the planning, development, communication, and implementation of the talent management process and core HR processes

• Lead talent discussions with BXTI management and Global HRBP

• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees at all levels

• Provide guidance to business on Employee Relations (ER) matters in partnership with the HR ER team on matters including coaching and development/delivery of performance plans

• Partner with employee relations and benefits to address high volume employee requests (i.e., leaves of absence)

• Partner with BXTI HRBP team and Talent Development to identify, develop and implement business-specific training solutions and talent development initiatives (e.g., mentoring, bespoke training)

• Partner with recruiting leads and hiring managers to support the lateral recruiting process

• Interpret Human Resources metrics and support core people and talent processes (e.g., talent reviews, annual promotions, mentorship programs, etc.)

• Ensure HR data integrity and accuracy by working closely with HRIS and key systems to streamline reporting processes

• Partner with broader HR team to implement and deliver HR programs - Employee Relations, HR Operations, Benefits, Recruiting, Talent Development

Qualifications

The individual we seek is an experienced Human Resources professional with excellent strategic insights, broad HR experience, including organizational development and effectiveness, and a strong generalist skill set. The HRBP, AVP is a confident change agent who is an effective and persuasive communicator at all levels. The HRBP, AVP must have strong interpersonal skills and be a collaborative colleague.  In addition, they should have the following qualifications:

• Strong project management and analytical skills with a hands-on approach

• No task too small mentality

• Dive into a process and make suggestions for automation and improvement  

• Effectively and persuasively communicates inside and outside of HR

• Strong Microsoft skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Human resources experience in client-facing roles such as an HR generalist or HR Business Partner

• Bachelor’s degree required

• Minimum of 6 years of human resources experience gained, at least in part, at a well-respected professional services, financial services, or technology organization known for disciplined business performance and engaged, consultative human resources

The duties and responsibilities described here are not exhaustive and additional assignments, duties, or responsibilities may be required of this position.  Assignments, duties, and responsibilities may be changed at any time, with or without notice, by Blackstone in its sole discretion.

Expected annual base salary range:

Actual base salary within that range will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's experience, skills, qualifications and job location. For roles located outside of the US, please disregard the posted salary bands as these roles will follow a separate compensation process based on local market comparables.
Additional compensation: Base salary does not include other forms of compensation or benefits offered in connection with the advertised role.

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If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete your application, please email Human Resources at [email protected].

Depending on the position, you may be required to obtain certain securities licenses if you are in a client facing role and/or if you are engaged in the following:

• Attending client meetings where you are discussing Blackstone products and/or and client questions;

• Marketing Blackstone funds to new or existing clients;

• Supervising or training securities licensed employees;

• Structuring or creating Blackstone funds/products; and

• Advising on marketing plans prepared by a sales team or developing and/or contributing information for marketing materials.

Note: The above list is not the exhaustive list of activities requiring securities licenses and there may be roles that require review on a case-by-case basis.  Please speak with your Blackstone Recruiting contact with any questions.
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