Granicus

Senior Human Resources Business Partner – West Coast

Granicus

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: California • United States

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Salary

💰 $74,400 - $96,100 per year

Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • Leads strategic employee initiatives to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives within talent management, performance, compensation, training, and culture initiatives.
  • Builds strong business relationships with internal stakeholders (VP+ level), acting as the main point of contact for all people-related matters in the business unit such as supporting performance management, employee relations issues, conducting HR investigations, increasing engagement, reducing turnover, talent planning, and conducting terminations and exit interviews.
  • Applies depth of HR knowledge and may guide new or other HRBP team members regarding policies or practices.
  • Operates independently and identifies opportunities to apply solutions that will solve complex business problems.
  • Leads and executes change management projects and manages HR-related internal and external communications within the business unit.
  • Coaches managers on all aspects of people management such as employee development, disciplinary action, terminations, and employee engagement utilizing data and trends.
  • Assists in implementing HR policies, procedures, and programs across the company, helping to maximize usage, recommending impactful changes, and creating sustained solutions to employee challenges.
  • Participates and leads special projects around global HR processes and utilizes successful project management skills and tracking.
  • Enables high-performing teams using people data and metrics provided to business units on a regular basis.
  • Works closely with the internal Talent Acquisition team ensuring alignment between business requirements, culture, and candidates for onboarding and internal mobility needs.
  • Works in conjunction with the Learning & Development team, assisting in creating learning materials and conducting training programs as required.
  • Maintains in-depth knowledge of legal requirements globally related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance.
  • Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
  • Participates in company compliance with all existing governmental and labor legal reporting requirements, including any related to EEO, AAP, ADA, FMLA, DOL, Worker compensation, etc.
  • Provides strong customer service to all stakeholders ensuring HR continually drives value throughout the business.
  • Demonstrates the highest levels of integrity in handling confidential information.

Requirements

  • 3–8 years of experience in an HRBP, HR professional, or equivalent role; preferably within a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • 3–5 years specifically dealing with Employee Relations, HR investigations, and/or other highly confidential and sensitive employment situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to consult and influence senior leaders to drive strategic HR initiatives.
  • Foundational knowledge of applicable state and federal regulatory requirements, principles, and procedures in human resources; FMLA, ERISA, FLSA, HIPAA, CFRA, OFCCP, and more (or be good at Google-ing).
  • Subject matter expertise in ANZ employment law and experience supporting ANZ customer base highly desired.
  • Current HR certification is a plus, i.e., SPHR, SHRM-CP, CIPD, etc., or a desire to attain one.
  • Outstanding relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deliver excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment with a flexible approach.
  • Demonstrated ability to work professionally and discreetly with highly confidential information.
  • Sound judgment and commercial acumen.
  • Ability to effectively communicate with all levels; strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong MS Office skills — ability to prepare engagement presentations, analyze data, and produce clear written materials.
  • Able to travel up to 5% of the time to assist in supporting all offices.
Benefits
  • Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and live your life.
  • Company-Wide Wellbeing Days – Paid days off to unplug and focus on your mental health.
  • Work From Home Reimbursement – Support a productive home office environment.
  • Multiple Health Plan Options – Including a 100% employer-paid plan.
  • Employer HSA Contributions – When enrolled in a High-Deductible Health Plan.
  • Fitness Reimbursement Program – Stay active, your way.
  • On-Demand Mental Health Support – Access to Headspace and other wellness tools.
  • Paid Parental Leave – For both birthing and non-birthing parents.
  • Traditional & Roth 401(k) – With a generous company match.
  • Life & AD&D Insurance – 100% employer-paid coverage for peace of mind.
  • Online Learning Platforms – Fuel your professional development.
  • Competitive Salary & Bonuses – Your contributions are valued and rewarded.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools
employee relationsHR investigationsperformance managementchange managementdata analysisproject managementregulatory complianceHR policiestalent managementtraining programs
Soft Skills
relationship-buildinginterpersonal skillscustomer serviceconsultinginfluencingcommunication skillsdiscretionsound judgmentcommercial acumenflexibility
Certifications
SPHRSHRM-CPCIPD