Full-Time

HR Business Partner

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Workwave

Workwave

201-500 employees

Software solutions for field service management

Compensation Overview

$95k - $106k/yr

Senior

Holmdel, NJ, USA

Commutable to Holmdel, NJ is preferred.

Category
Generalist Recruiting
Human Resources
People & HR
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) are a plus.
  • At least 7 years in HR, with a minimum of 4 years in an HR Business Partner or strategic HR role.
  • Deep understanding of HR processes, labor laws, and industry best practices.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, with a knack for building relationships across all levels.
  • Proven consulting skills for both management and employees, with strong problem-solving capabilities.
  • Proficient in HRIS systems; Dayforce experience is a plus.
  • Strong analytical abilities to interpret HR data and trends effectively.
  • Experience with organizational development and change management.
  • Strategic thinker with a solid business acumen.
  • Highly organized with strong project management skills.
  • Trusted to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality.
  • Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives and enhance organizational performance.
  • Act as a liaison between management and the Employee Relations team, addressing complex issues and ensuring legal compliance.
  • Work with the Talent team to address staffing needs and develop workforce plans.
  • Partner with the Professional Development team to manage succession planning and career and leadership development initiatives.
  • Lead and support organizational change initiatives, ensuring effective transitions and employee buy-in.
  • Proactively assess HR-related needs and develop integrated solutions to address them.
  • Ensure adherence to labor laws and company policies, offering guidance on HR procedures and ensuring consistency across the organization.
  • Use HR metrics and analytics to guide decision-making and identify areas for improvement.
  • Promote employee engagement and a positive organizational culture aligned with company values.
  • Collaborate with the Compensation and Benefits team on salary benchmarking, job evaluations, and pay reviews.
Desired Qualifications
  • Commutable to Holmdel, NJ is preferred.

WorkWave specializes in software solutions for field service management, catering to businesses that provide services at customer locations, such as pest control, lawn care, cleaning, and HVAC. Its suite of products includes tools for scheduling, dispatching, customer relationship management (CRM), billing, and mobile workforce management, all designed to automate processes and improve operational efficiency. Clients, ranging from small businesses to large enterprises, pay a subscription fee for access to customizable software that scales with their needs. WorkWave also offers specialized services for private equity investors, including exclusive pricing and dedicated support, making it a preferred partner in the field service sector. The company's goal is to continuously enhance its offerings and foster a remote-first work environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$8.3M

Headquarters

Holmdel Township, New Jersey

Founded

1984

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased adoption of AI-driven analytics optimizes scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Integration of IoT devices enhances predictive maintenance and reduces downtime.
  • Rise of mobile-first solutions improves service delivery and response times.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from emerging software companies could erode WorkWave's market share.
  • Rapid technological change may outstrip WorkWave's ability to innovate.
  • Economic downturns could reduce spending on software solutions, impacting revenue.

What makes Workwave unique

  • WorkWave offers specialized services for private equity investors in field service businesses.
  • The company provides a comprehensive suite of software for field service management.
  • WorkWave's subscription model allows clients to scale usage as their business grows.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Mental Health Support

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Sick Leave

Company News

My PMP
Mar 11th, 2025
WorkWave appoints new chief technology officer

WorkWave, a Holmdel, N.J.-based provider of software-as-a-service (SaaS) for professional pest management and other service industries, appointed John Phelan as chief technology officer.

PR Newswire
Mar 11th, 2025
Workwave Appoints John Phelan As Chief Technology Officer

"With John's extensive expertise in technology innovation, we have a tremendous opportunity to strengthen our focus on deepening our vertical functionalities and building out our core platforms and services," said Kevin Kemmerer, CEO of WorkWave. "Delivering both high-quality and innovative products to our customers is our top priority, and we look forward to John's leadership supporting our North Star and overall growth goals.". Phelan is a seasoned technology and product leader with over 25 years of experience and proven results in product development, cloud operations and IT transformation across high-growth software and technology industries. He has demonstrated success adapting in fast-paced, dynamic settings, including high-stakes mergers and acquisitions, and is passionate about how AI can serve the needs of customers to help make them more efficient and effective in their operations. "I am excited to be joining the WorkWave team, especially during a time where technological innovation is its key priority," says Phelan. "I look forward to driving this innovation, optimizing operational efficiency, and enhancing customer experience through strategic leadership and a strong focus on collaboration."Phelan most recently served as Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Hyland Software, being part of the leadership team that helped grow the company revenue close to 100x during his tenure

ROI-NJ
Feb 18th, 2025
Workwave Appoints New Lead For Product And Innovation Strategy

WorkWave Appoints Robbie Hobbs as Chief Product Officer. Holmdel-based WorkWave announced on Tuesday that it appointed Robbie Hobbs as its chief product officer. With over 20 years of experience, Hobbs is a seasoned technology and product executive across aerospace, energy, and commercial real estate sectors. His career has been defined by a passion for solving customers’ most complex and pervasive business challenges, leveraging technology, data and automation to drive meaningful impact at scale

PCT Online
Feb 18th, 2025
WorkWave Appoints Robbie Hobbs as Chief Product Officer

WorkWave appoints Robbie Hobbs as Chief Product Officer.

PR Newswire
Feb 3rd, 2025
Workwave Announces Wavelytics™, Delivering Data-Driven Insights To Optimize Business Growth And Profitability

"What gets measured gets improved, so when your company is data-driven, you're going to be able to run a more profitable business with stronger revenue growth," says WorkWave CEO Kevin Kemmerer. "Delivering innovative software and solutions is one of WorkWave's top priorities for 2025. With Wavelytics, we look forward to helping our customers make more efficient and informed business decisions that will immediately allow them to provide better customer service, make more money and grow."Wavelytics taps into years' worth of deep industry data across pest control, lawn care, commercial cleaning and security to deliver performance tools and unique insight that field and mobile service companies currently lack. These tools include:Data Factory : A curated data warehouse that centralizes, cleans and organizes data for faster, near real-time access to reliable insights, ready to be connected to customers' own business intelligence tools and downline systems. This will be available in Q1 2025 for WinTeam, RealGreen and PestPac users, with Timegate+ to follow in Q2.: A curated data warehouse that centralizes, cleans and organizes data for faster, near real-time access to reliable insights, ready to be connected to customers' own business intelligence tools and downline systems. This will be available in Q1 2025 for WinTeam, RealGreen and PestPac users, with Timegate+ to follow in Q2