Sr. HR Business Partner

Department: Human Resources

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Houston, TX

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to business unit leaders, providing insight and solutions that align workforce strategies with business goals. 
• Conduct and manage workforces investigations and ensure consistent application of disciplinary and corrective action, and conflict resolution. 
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management, employee engagement, retention, and career development. 
• Partner with leadership to proactively identify and address organizational and workforce challenges. 
• Drive consistency in the interpretation and application of company policies across all business units. 
• Collaborate with HR leadership on enterprise initiatives, including change management, culture development, and process improvement. 
• Review HR metrics and data to evaluate department initiatives and recommend improvements. 
• Support new hire onboarding and orientation efforts to promote strong employee engagement from day one. 
• Advise business leaders on performance improvement strategies to promote accountability and professional development 
• Provide guidance to leaders regarding compensation practices and internal equity 
• Partner with Compensation and HR Leadership on compensation programs, job evaluation and organizational changes 
• Assist with annual benefits communication and open enrollment administration.
• Promote workplace safety awareness in partnership with HR leadership and the Safety team.
• Partner with Safety and Operations regarding employee safety, workers’ compensation, leave management and other workplace matter.
• Support changing management efforts, fostering a positive and production workplace culture • Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Minimum of 10+ years of progressive Human Resources experience. 
• Significant experience in an HR Business Partner, HR Manager of similar strategic HR role 
• Experience supporting field operations or multi-site environments preferred. 

• Strong knowledge of employee relations, best practices and investigative processes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels.
• Strong organizational and analytical abilities with attention to detail. 
• Strong business acumen and ability to understand operational priorities. 
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and discretion. 
• Capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. 
• Ability to travel as needed to support business unit operations. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field required. 

• PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SCP certification a plus 

• Broad understanding of HR disciplines, including employee relations, compensation, organizational development, and performance management. 
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations, including ADA, ADEA, COBRA, EEOC, FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, and related state laws. 
• Experience interpreting and applying company policies in alignment with legal and regulatory standard. • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). 

• Trusted advisor with strong judgment and integrity.
• Approachable, empathetic, and able to build credibility across all organizational levels. 
• Strategic mindset with the ability to balance long-term planning and day-to-day problem-solving. 
• Flexible and adaptable to shifting priorities and organizational needs. 
• Collaborative team player committed to fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture. 
• Strategic thinker who can balance business needs with employee advocacy

• Bilingual skills (English/Spanish) a plus 

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