IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, has an exciting opportunity available for a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to grow with us as our 1300+ person company continues to expand. This position will be responsible for the implementation and administration of HR programs, and at the professional level, provide management and employees with a full range of human resources services across all functional areas including Employee Relations, Employment Policies and Practices, Performance Management, and Learning and Development activities. 

This is a full-time position in our Raleigh, NC area office.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Serve as a trusted business partner and coach to senior leaders at IXL
• Work on critical organizational issues and provide meaningful coaching to the assigned group leaders
• Partner with the Sales, Customer Success and other leaders to deliver HR strategies and programs such as - onboarding, performance reviews, and employee relations
• Play an active role in delivering and executing HR priorities for the assigned client groups
• Roll out corporate initiatives to assigned global groups (e.g., policies, initiatives, etc.)  
• Work closely with HR Operations team in a cross-functional capacity to provide day-to-day support to enhance HR programs based on business needs 
• Advise managers on HR policies, their interpretation, and application
• Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions)
• Assist in the development and implementation of personnel policies and procedures; help prepare and maintain the employee handbook
• Audit and analyze data as well as propose methods for continuous improvement
• Participate in the design and implementation of programs that build employee engagement and retention
• Stay current on best industry practices that can be applied and/or implemented within the organization and maintain knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Bachelor’s Degree; HR coursework preferred
• 8+ years of HR Business Partner experience in roles of increasing complexity and scope, partnering directly with senior leaders, including supporting teams in a growing company
• Strong knowledge of Employment Laws, Compliance, Immigration, and best practices
• Experience in the following areas strongly preferred: Employee Relations, Employment Policies and Practices, Performance Management, and Learning and Development activities
• Ability to work independently and manage projects autonomously to completion
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills, ability to influence and articulate a variety of issues to different audiences, tailoring messages accordingly
• Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office Suite, HRIS systems; Workday experience a plus
• SHRM-CP or PHR preferred