Manager, People Partnering

Cushman & Wakefield

Manager, People Partnering supporting talent initiatives and aligning people strategies with business priorities. Focused on driving performance, engagement, and growth across the Central Region.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeAustin • Illinois, Montana, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $89,250 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in talent strategy development, workforce planning, and performance management while leveraging data-driven insights to inform decision-making. Proven ability to build strong partnerships and influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

5+ Years HR/People Partner ExperienceHR Certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)Strong Business AcumenProject Management SkillsBilingual Spanish

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Hard Skills

Talent Strategy DevelopmentWorkforce PlanningPerformance ManagementData AnalysisSuccession Planning

Soft Skills

Powerful Influencing SkillsCommunication SkillsStakeholder ManagementAnalytical ThinkingSelf-Starter

Certifications & Qualifications

HR Certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)

Industry Keywords

Employee RelationsOrganizational DesignLearning SolutionsCross-Functional HR ProjectsRisk Mitigation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Partner with business leaders to develop and execute talent strategies aligned to business goals
Build succession pipelines and develop internal talent
Support workforce planning and organizational design
Coach leaders to improve performance, engagement, and team effectiveness
Provide guidance on employee relations matters and risk mitigation
Lead talent reviews, performance management, and development planning
Partner with L&D to deliver impactful learning solutions
Ensure alignment with compensation programs and regional strategies
Identify and address future talent gaps
Build strong relationships across business units
Collaborate with COEs to ensure alignment on programs and initiatives
Co-create and design practical solutions that meet business needs
Use data and insights to inform decision-making
Lead cross-functional HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field
5+ years of progressive HR/People Partner experience
HR certification (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent) preferred
Strong business acumen and data-driven mindset
Powerful influencing, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proven ability to build partnerships at all levels of the organization
Strong understanding of financial levers, implications, and risks associated with talent decisions
Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and highly matrixed organization
Analytical thinker with strong project management skills
A self-starter who can work independently and takes ownership
Bilingual Spanish is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

health, vision, and dental insurance
flexible spending accounts
health savings accounts
retirement savings plans
life and disability insurance programs
paid and unpaid time away from work