HR Business Partner

Penn Entertainment•Houston, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic partner to business leaders, with a strong emphasis on talent acquisition and workforce planning. This role aligns HR strategies with business objectives, driving full-cycle recruiting efforts to attract, hire, and retain top talent. The HRBP collaborates closely with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, develop effective sourcing strategies, and ensure a high-quality candidate experience. In addition to recruiting, the HRBP provides guidance on employee relations, performance management, and organizational development. This role leverages data-driven insights to proactively address talent gaps, support succession planning, and enhance overall workforce effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings deep recruiting expertise, strong business acumen, and hands-on employee relations experience, including conflict resolution, performance management, and workplace compliance.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
7+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience in full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition
Proven ability to partner with business leaders and influence decision-making across multiple levels of the organization
Strong knowledge of HR practices, including employee relations, performance management, and employment law
Demonstrated experience conducting workplace investigations and handling sensitive employee issues with discretion
Experience developing and executing sourcing strategies and managing candidate pipelines in a fast-paced environment
Ability to analyze HR metrics and provide actionable insights and reporting to leadership
Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills
High level of integrity, professionalism, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa.
Candidate will need to satisfactorily complete pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in HR systems (HRIS/ATS)
Master’s degree in Human Resources or related field
HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR)
Experience supporting employee engagement initiatives and onboarding programs
Experience supporting audits, compliance reporting, and regulatory requirements
Experience in a fast-growing or matrixed organization

Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders to understand workforce needs and develop strategic hiring and talent plans aligned with recruitment goals
Lead full-cycle recruiting efforts, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation for a wide range of roles
Collaborate with hiring managers to develop job descriptions, structured interview processes, and selection criteria
Develop and execute innovative sourcing strategies to attract top and diverse talent pipelines
Analyze recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, quality of hire) to improve hiring effectiveness and efficiency
Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on talent acquisition strategies, market trends, and workforce planning
Assist with onboarding processes to ensure a seamless and effective new hire experience
Act as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, providing guidance, coaching, and conflict resolution support
Conduct employee relations investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate actions in alignment with company policy and legal requirements
Support and drive employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace
Support the performance management cycle, including goal setting, reviews, and performance improvement plans
Partner with leaders to identify training needs and support the development and delivery of learning initiatives
Contribute to organizational development efforts, including succession planning and talent development strategies
Ensure compliance with employment laws, internal policies, and audit requirements; support audits and compliance reporting activities
Develop, track, and analyze HR metrics and provide regular reporting to leadership to inform decision-making
Leverage data insights to identify trends, risks, and opportunities and recommend actionable solutions