HR Business Partner

Instructure, Inc. • Salt Lake City, UT

23d • Hybrid

About The Position

At Instructure, we believe in the power of people to grow and succeed throughout their lives. Our goal is to amplify that power by creating intuitive products that simplify learning and personal development, facilitate meaningful relationships, and inspire people to go further in their education and careers.
We do this by giving smart, creative, passionate people opportunities to create awesome.
And that's where you come in:
The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) is a strategic partner to business leaders, aligning people strategies with organizational goals. This role provides guidance on talent management, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and workforce planning to drive performance, engagement, and business results.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Typically 5-8+ years of progressive HR experience, including strategic HR partnership.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience advising leaders and managing complex employee relations matters.
• Business acumen and strategic thinking
• Influencing and coaching skills
• Sound judgment and decision-making
• Data-driven mindset
• Change management capability
• Strong communication and relationship building
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to understand business priorities and translate them into HR strategies.
• Advise on organizational design, workforce planning, and change initiatives.
• Use data and insights to inform decision-making and identify workforce trends.
• Support performance management, goal setting, and development planning.
• Partner on succession planning and leadership development.
• Identify capability gaps and recommend development solutions.
• Coach managers on performance management, workplace concerns, and policy interpretation.
• Support or conduct investigations and ensure fair, consistent outcomes.
• Promote a positive, compliant, and respectful work environment.
• Partner on compensation decisions, promotions, and role alignment.
• Support merit planning, market reviews, and internal equity analysis.
• Contribute to headcount planning and budget alignment.
• Support restructures, business transformations, and change management efforts.
• Drive engagement and culture initiatives.
• Facilitate communication and adoption of organizational changes.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence to deliver integrated solutions.
• Promote consistent application of HR programs and practices.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.
• Flexible work culture. Our remote, hybrid and in-office collaboration spaces vary by role, team and location.
• Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
• Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
• Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
• The technology and tools you need to do your best work — typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
• Motivosity employee recognition program
• A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level