HR Business Partner, Global Functions

International Justice Mission

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

International Justice Mission (IJM) is the global leader in protecting vulnerable people from violence around the world. Our team of over 1,200 professionals are at work worldwide in over 30 offices. Together we are on a mission to rescue millions, protect half a billion, and make justice unstoppable. We are a global community that cares for one another. We believe that the way we work is as important as the results we achieve. We provide professional excellence with joy and celebration to all those we serve. The Need For over 25 years, IJM has pioneered the work to protect vulnerable people from violence. 9 out of 9 times in the last decade, IJM’s Justice System Strengthening Projects have reduced slavery and violence between 50 and 85% for very large populations of people in poverty. As we grow to expand our impact to protect 500 million people from violence, we are seeking an HR Business Partner, Global Functions to provide strategic people partnership across global and U.S.-based functions, strengthen leadership capability, and help cultivate a healthy, mission‑aligned culture. This position is based in the Washington, DC area and is available to be hybrid (onsite Tuesdays & Thursdays). It reports to the Chief People Officer and is only available for candidates with the right to work in the US.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience in an HR Business Partner or client-facing HR role
Demonstrated experience in workforce planning, organizational design, performance management, and talent development
Proven ability to support restructuring, transformation, and change management initiatives
Strong capability in interpreting HR data and translating insights into action
Experience with job architecture, job evaluation, and succession planning
Proficiency with HRIS and people systems (Workday strongly preferred)
Eager commitment to IJM's Core Values: Christian, Professional, and Bridge-Building
Mature, orthodox Christian faith as defined by the Apostles’ Creed
Strategic and analytical thinker with sound judgment in complex environments
Courageous, decisive, and effective in high-stakes and sensitive situations
Strong interpersonal skills, emotional intelligence, and cultural awareness
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Ability to navigate confidential employee matters with discretion and empathy
Collaborative, adaptable, and effective in a matrixed, global organization
Results-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure
Deep passion for IJM’s mission and a strong ethic of service

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree strongly preferred
Experience supporting functions such as Finance, Technology, Operations, or Legal in a global organization strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary HR advisor to assigned global and U.S. based client groups, translating business needs into people strategies and HR priorities
Partner with leaders on workforce planning, organizational design, restructuring, and growth initiatives to ensure scalability and effectiveness
Implement and execute enterprise-wide HR programs and rhythms in partnership with Global People Support vertical leaders
Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on performance management, goal setting, feedback, corrective action, and leadership development
Use people data and insights (e.g., headcount, engagement, turnover) to identify trends and recommend data-informed interventions
Lead succession planning and support development of leadership pipelines across supported functions
Champion a healthy, mission-aligned culture grounded in IJM’s values, Code of Ethics, and commitment to excellence
Provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, including managing and conducting investigations when assigned, while mitigating organizational risk
Ensure consistent interpretation and application of policies, employment practices, and compliance requirements
Partner closely with the Chief People Officer on special projects and serve as a point of collaboration with Regional HR Directors
Participate in IJM’s community of spiritual formation.