HR Business Partner

Cover Genius • San Francisco, CA

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

As a People Partner on our People Team, this position serves as a strategic partner to assigned regional leaders and employees, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. The HRBP will provide comprehensive HR support and expertise, fostering a positive work environment, driving employee engagement, and ensuring compliance with all relevant labor laws and company policies. This role is critical in developing and implementing people strategies that support the growth and success of the organization. To drive success in this role, you will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders across the organization and within the People Department.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of HR experience, with at least 4 years in an HR Business Partner (HRBP) role specifically supporting teams in the United States.
• In-depth knowledge of HR principles, practices, and current US employment laws.
• Degree in Human Resources or equivalent training program.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build rapport and trust at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to partner seamlessly with diverse, cross-functional teams.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently while executing on directed goals.
• Open to working alternative or flexible schedules as needed to meet global client needs and project deadlines.
• High attention to detail paired with robust organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A high level of discretion, professional integrity, and a proven track record of handling confidential information.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of Canadian employment law is helpful but not required.
• Previous talent development experience is highly preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand their strategies, objectives, and challenges, and translate them into actionable HR plans.
• Provide strategic guidance and support on organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, and change management initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management on all people-related issues.
• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and calibration.
• Provide guidance and counsel to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
• Promote and foster a positive and inclusive work environment that drives high employee morale and engagement.
• Conduct investigations into employee complaints or concerns with fairness and objectivity.
• Ensure compliance with all employment laws and regulations.
• Support the onboarding and offboarding process to ensure smooth transitions and integrations into teams.
• Lead and support change management efforts within the business units, ensuring smooth transitions and employee adoption of new processes or structures.
• Partner with business leaders to champion robust talent mapping, succession planning, and performance calibration cycles that identify high-potential employees and proactively address future capability gaps.
• Coach and guide people managers on building tailored development plans, defining clear career pathways, and cultivating a culture of continuous feedback and accountability.
• Design, implement, and track the impact of targeted training initiatives and leadership development programs tailored to your specific business units.

Benefits

• Flexible Work Environment - Our teams are hybrid. We work from home on a Wednesday and Thursday and attend the office on Monday, Tuesday and Friday with flexibility around start/finish times.
• Flexible PTO.
• Employee Stock Options
• CG Gives programs enables us to all become philanthropists through our peer recognition and rewards system.
• Social Initiatives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree