Associate HR Business Partner

Position Summary

The Human Resources Associate Business Partner provides broad support across the employee lifecycle while building foundational business partnership capabilities. Working under the guidance of a HR Senior Director, this position partners with HR Business Partners, managers and employees to deliver programs, support talent initiatives, maintain compliance, and promote a positive employee experience.

This role is designed for a professional ready to expand beyond administration into a hybrid role that combines operational execution with consultative support, while building capabilities in employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, and workforce planning.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Support & Business Partnership

• Serve as a contact for employees and supervisors regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Build trusted relationships with assigned client groups by providing timely HR guidance and support.
• Escalate complex employee relations issues while assisting with documentation, fact gathering, and follow-up.

Employee Relations

• Support routine employee relations matters including attendance concerns, coaching documentation, workplace concerns, and policy interpretation.
• Promote fair and consistent application of company policies.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Partner with Talent Acquisition and hiring managers to support recruiting and onboarding activities.
• Coordinate onboarding and new hire integration.
• Help managers create successful onboarding experiences.

Performance Management

• Support managers through goal-setting, performance reviews, and development planning.

Learning & Development

• Coordinate leadership and employee development programs.
• Facilitate selected HR training sessions.
• Promote available learning resources and development opportunities.

Compliance

• Help ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information.
• Support audits and compliance reporting.

Employee Engagement

• Assist with employee engagement initiatives, recognition programs, internships, mentoring programs, and culture-building activities.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field.

Experience

• 1–3 years of progressive HR experience.
• Experience in corporate, retail, distribution, hospitality, or similar fast-paced environments preferred.
• Internship or rotational HR experience may be considered.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of employment laws (FLSA, FMLA, ADA, EEO).
• Strong customer service mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Experience with HRIS systems (Workday, ADP, or similar).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Success Profile

• Curiosity and a continuous learning mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Sound judgment when handling employee matters.
• Initiative and ownership.
• Ability to balance operational execution with strategic thinking.
• Professionalism and discretion.
• Adaptability in a changing business environment.

Compensation

The expected salary range for this position is $70,000 to $75,000 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, and other factors permitted by law.

To support our commitment to being an employer of choice, we offer comprehensive and competitive health, wellness, and additional benefits to eligible full-time team members. Benefit eligibility may vary based on location, average hours worked, and length of service.

Benefits may include*:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance for the associate and eligible dependents
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Mental health resources and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid vacation time (accrued based on hours worked and tenure)
• Paid company holidays
• Employee discount across our family of brands
• Potential eligibility for annual merit-based compensation increases, where applicable

*Exact benefit terms, conditions, and eligibility requirements are governed by official plan documents and applicable law. The Company reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate benefit plans and programs at any time.