HR Business Partner

Harvard University • Cambridge, MA

420d • Hybrid

About The Position

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) at Harvard Law School is responsible for providing strategic human resources consulting services to business leaders. This role focuses on employee relations, organizational design, change management, performance management, and diversity initiatives, aiming to enhance the work environment and support business strategy through effective people management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 7 years' relevant HR experience.
• Master's degree in relevant field and/or professional HR certification is desirable.
• Progressive experience with an emphasis on business partnership and HR generalist roles.
• Solid financial/business acumen with advanced knowledge of employment law and HR policies.
• Ability to operationalize business strategy through effective management of people and programs.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a multi-discipline and multi-stakeholder environment.
• Knowledge of best practices in employee relations and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Provide responsive, strategic human resources consulting services to business leaders.
• Advise leaders on identifying, prioritizing, and building organizational and workforce capabilities.
• Establish partnerships with assigned departments for proactive planning and collaboration.
• Guide business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Support leaders in resolving employee relations concerns and performance management.
• Advise on best practices and present options for achieving desired results.
• Partner with managers and staff to address workplace challenges and identify improvement opportunities.
• Share responsibility for commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB).

Benefits

• 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year.
• 12 accrued sick days per year.
• 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January.
• 3 personal days per year.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary caregivers.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Disability and life insurance programs.
• Child and elder/adult care resources including on-campus childcare centers.
• University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation.
• Tuition Assistance Program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program providing 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• Professional Development programs and classes at little or no cost.
• Various commuter options including discounted parking and public transportation passes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree