Lead HR Business Partner

What we do: 

We are seeking a strategic, people-centric, and results-driven Lead HR Business Partner (HRBP) to join our dynamic HR team. The ideal candidate will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, aligning business objectives with people strategies. This role is critical in shaping organizational capability, driving change initiatives, and fostering a high-performance culture across the business.

What you can do:

• Partner closely with senior business leaders to understand strategic objectives and develop aligned people strategies

• Provide consultative support on organizational design, workforce planning, leadership development, performance management, and employee engagement

• Drive key talent initiatives, including succession planning, talent reviews, career development planning, and internal mobility strategies

• Lead change management efforts by providing thought partnership and tactical support during organizational shifts, restructures, and transformation initiatives

• Act as a coach and advisor to leaders on matters such as team effectiveness, leadership capability, conflict resolution, and behavioral change

• Partner with COEs (Centers of Excellence) including Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation, and DEI to co-create and deliver effective people programs

• Interpret and leverage people data, engagement surveys, and workforce analytics to shape talent strategies and support business priorities

• Serve as a champion for culture and values, embedding them into HR practices and leadership behaviors

• Monitor and address trends in employee relations, turnover, and performance to identify systemic issues and drive proactive solutions

• Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable HR programs, tools, and policies that enable employee success and business agility

• Support compliance with labor laws, internal policies, and ethical business practices while balancing business needs

• Drive continuous improvement of HRBP processes and provide input into broader HR strategy development

• Partner with business leaders to understand team needs and support workforce planning, performance management, and employee engagement

• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and programs including organizational development, goal setting, and development planning

• Support talent initiatives such as career development, internal mobility, and succession planning in collaboration with Talent Development

• Assist in organizational change efforts by coordinating communications, supporting transitions, and reinforcing culture and values

• Coach managers on team dynamics, employee relations, and performance conversations

• Partner with Centers of Excellence (COEs) including Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Total Rewards and DEI to deliver people programs

• Use people data and engagement survey results to identify trends and support action planning

• Monitor employee relations issues and escalate complex matters appropriately

• Contribute to the development and implementation of HR tools, templates, and resources

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies

• Review HR processes and provide continuous improvement initiatives

• Other duties as assigned

What you can contribute:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or equivalent field required; Master's degree preferred

• A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant human resources experience (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered for this role)

• Experience in an HRBP role, with demonstrated success driving results through the translation of business priorities into actionable human capital strategies and initiatives

• Experience with ADP WorkforceNow  

• Experience coaching and developing executives and leaders to achieve business outcomes  

• Outcome-oriented “doer” who enjoys rolling up their sleeves and doing what needs to get done

• Energetic, business-minded, safety conscious, strategic, emotionally intelligent, and creative

• Committed to supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment where all ideas, people and perspectives are seen, heard, and valued

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Ability to communicate with all levels of staff, including C-suite executives

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills

• Excellent project management skills

You may also be able to contribute:

• Experience in aviation, automotive, and/or the advanced air mobility space preferred

• Experience with Culture Amp a plus

• Experience with Zendesk preferred