HR Business Partner

ERM

Human Resources Business Partner developing talent strategies and enhancing employee engagement for environmental and sustainability consulting firm. Collaborating across North America to support 300 consultants and leaders.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeBoston • Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $97,800 - $119,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Human Resources strategy, employee relations, and organizational development, with a strong focus on driving engagement and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Proven ability to partner with business leaders to enhance employee experience and navigate complex interpersonal dynamics.

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HR Business Partner ExperienceEmployee Relations ExpertisePerformance ManagementChange ManagementProject Management

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Hard Skills

Human ResourcesOrganizational DevelopmentTalent PlanningCoachingEmployment LawPerformance ManagementChange ManagementEmployee EngagementDiversity and InclusionProject Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal DynamicsConstructive DialogueRelationship BuildingCommunication SkillsJudgment

Industry Keywords

Employee LifecycleHR ProgramsOrganizational EffectivenessConsultative SupportMatrixed Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to business leaders and employees.
Influence talent, performance, and organizational strategies that support business goals.
Drive employee engagement, retention, and career development initiatives.
Help leaders navigate complex employee relations matters with confidence and sound judgment.
Champion Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging initiatives across the business.
Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver consistent, effective HR programs and solutions.
Lead and support employee lifecycle projects that enhance the employee experience across North America.
Contribute to a culture where employees can grow, thrive, and make meaningful contributions.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Industrial and Labor Relations, Organizational Development, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
5-7 years of progressive HR experience providing consultative support to leaders and employees across employee relations, performance management, talent planning, coaching, organizational effectiveness, change management, and employment law.
Experience as an HR Business Partner or in a comparable strategic HR role is preferred.
Demonstrated ability to navigate interpersonal dynamics with confidence and judgment, fostering constructive dialogue and contributing to resolution in complex situations.
Ability to cultivate strong relationships with a diverse and geographically distributed employee population and operate effectively in a matrixed environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Project management experience within the Human Resources field.
Ability to travel and visit different offices to support the business on an as-needed basis.

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off
parental leave
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP