HR Business Partner (Senior Director)

Title: HR Business Partner (Senior Director)
Direct Manager Title: Chief People Officer
Direct Reports: N/A

Location: We are prioritizing applicants local to Nashville, TN or Chicago, IL. This is a hybrid role, requiring an in-office presence; frequency is flexible.

The Role
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for developing strong business influence and partnership rapport within designated lines of business in the pursuit of key people, talent, and culture outcomes across the organization.  Reporting directly to the Chief People Officer, this position plays a pivotal role in aligning HR strategies with company objectives and business needs. The HRBP will be instrumental in shaping the HR landscape by driving end-to-end client group support and driving innovative practices in talent management, employee experience/engagement, organizational development, employee relations, and leadership development.

This role requires a hands-on working leader who can balance an appreciation for both strategic vision and tactical execution. A candidate who understands world class people, talent, and culture programming and is skilled at building “fit-for-purpose” solutions in a company looking to scale functional capability in the short term will thrive in this position. By fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence with the HR team and the business, this position will accelerate the adoption and impact of critical people, talent, culture, and change management initiatives in order to maximize employee impact and drive business value for Unlock clients.

What You’ll Do

• Demonstrate Thought Leadership
  • Inspire, design, and implement innovative, value creating people that support the overall business plan and accelerate growth
  • Partner with designated client groups and teams to deliver expected financial results through the execution of enterprise people, talent, and culture initiatives
• Build Enterprise Leadership Capability & Competence
  • Embrace the role of “player coach” with client group leaders and managers to maximize their impact with teams
  • Adopt an end-to-end talent mindset in order to ensure Unlock maintains a contemporary “cutting edge” and can sustainably win over the long term as a result of our commitment to attracting, retaining, and developing the very best talent
• Foster a Culture of High Performance & Team Accountability
  • Design and administer performance review systems that drive high performance and align with organizational goals
• Drive Increased Levels of Employee Engagement & Commitment
  • Manage employee relations, fostering a positive employer-employee relationship and promoting a high level of employee morale and motivation
  • Conduct investigations and address employee grievances
• Deliver Flawless Tactical Execution & Support
  • Ensure all HR policies, procedures, and practices are in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
  • Conduct investigations and address employee grievances – understand and appreciate the criticality of managing company risk as table stakes to establishing a strong and credible HR function

Ideal Qualifications

• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive HR leadership experience and exposure to best-in-class HR processes, tools, and programs to support a scaling organization
• Industry experience in one or more of the following a plus:
  • Professional or business/consulting services
  • Health care or health systems
  • Technology, marketing services, or agency practice
  • Private equity
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to articulate ideas to both HR and non-HR audiences, including executive teams, with clarity and persuasion
• Proven track record of effectively leading an HR department through change management and organizational development
• Deep understanding of various HR disciplines, including workforce planning, employee relations, talent acquisition, compensation and benefits, HR analytics, and performance management. Must have prior experience designing and implementing HR strategies and programs that align with business objectives.
• Proven ability to lead and inspire a team of HR professionals in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Should have experience managing cross-functional teams and influencing senior management.
• Strong capability in using HR data and analytics for strategic decision-making
  • Proficiency in HRIS systems and other related technology tools that aid in making informed HR decisions.

Characteristics

• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Empathetic leader with an effective interpersonal communication style
• High emotional intelligence, with a natural ability to read and assess organizational, team, and leader dynamics
• Leader who understands and can articulate the business drivers and data behind people, talent, and culture value creation levers
• Possesses a “no ego” approach and has the ability to influence outcomes for the greater good of the enterprise in a matrixed organization design structure
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced, and lean functional HR environment

Interview Process

1. Phone Interview with Director, Talent Acquisition
2. Zoom Interview with Chief People Officer
3. On-Site Interviews with key leaders in our Nashville, TN office

Perks and Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Health, Dental and Vision benefit packages to fit all types of lifestyles
• Life, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance paid 100% by the company
• FSA / HSA Options
• 401(K) with a generous company match program
• Flexible Paid Time Off (aka- unlimited)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Hybrid and Remote work schedules available
• Employee Assistance Program (unlimited free telephonic counseling for a variety of issues such as mental health, financial support, and legal advice)
• Employee Referral Program

About Unlock:
Unlock Health redefines what a marketing and advertising agency can do in healthcare by breaking down walls that have existed for decades. We’ve combined the best teams in healthcare marketing to help every client live their mission – to promote, maintain, and restore health. Our “super agency” approach connects creative, content, and strategy to remove the guesswork from growth, measured by ROI technology. By bringing together the top talent in the industry, we are reshaping the future of healthcare marketing.

We believe our business can only grow by including our Vision and Values in everything we do. Our hiring process is no different. We interview and hire based on our values, which you can learn more about here.

Equality Opportunity Employer Statement
Unlock, and its affiliate companies, is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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