Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Lewis Services | 100% Employee-Owned
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Connecticut • Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $97,000 - $121,000 per year
Job Level
About the role
- Serve as the primary HR partner for Region 1 leadership, providing guidance on employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation
- Partner with the Senior Manager of Employee Relations on disciplinary actions, investigations, and sensitive employee matters
- Support leaders and employees with questions related to benefits, total rewards, compliance, and HR programs
- Communicate HR policies and procedures across the region and ensure consistent implementation
- Maintain strong compliance standards and reinforce structured HR processes
- Stay current on employment laws, regulatory updates, and compliance requirements
- Proactively advise leadership and key stakeholders on regulatory changes that may impact operations
- Support recruiting efforts within Region 1 and help ensure a structured and professional hiring process
- Partner with regional leaders to define role requirements and support candidate selection decisions
- Collaborate with corporate HR and recruiting teams to align workforce planning with business needs
- Support labor relations activities, including interactions with union representatives
- Assist with prevailing wage requirements, contract interpretation, and contract modifications
- Participate in union negotiations and ensure compliance with collective bargaining agreements
- Coordinate with key stakeholders on compensation, employee relations, and benefits matters related to union agreements
- Partner with the Training and Development Manager to support ongoing education and leadership development initiatives
- Maintain a structured and well organized HR environment aligned with Lewis Services operational standards
- Ensure HR processes are documented, consistent, and aligned with best practices
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or related field
- 8+ years of progressive HR experience
- 5+ years of experience in union negotiation, labor relations, and contract administration
- Demonstrated experience supporting recruiting, employee relations, and HR compliance initiatives
- Strong communication skills with the ability to advise and influence leaders across a region
- Knowledge of HR laws, compliance requirements, and regulatory frameworks
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Company target bonus
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Paid training and professional development
- Health, dental, vision & HSA options
- 401(k) + Paid time off
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
employee relationsperformance managementpolicy interpretationrecruitinglabor relationsunion negotiationcontract administrationHR complianceregulatory frameworksprevailing wage requirements
Soft Skills
communication skillsadvisinginfluencingcollaborationorganizational skillsleadership developmentproblem-solvingstakeholder managementconflict resolutioninterpersonal skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human ResourcesBachelor’s degree in Business AdministrationBachelor’s degree in Management