Human Resources Business Partner

Westwood Holdings Group Careers•Houston, TX

39d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner is responsible for serving as a strategic and trusted advisor and coach to our leaders and managers on employee-related matters including Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Performance Management etc. The role involves providing leadership, counsel, and support to managers and supervisors on policy interpretation and other employee relations matters. This includes coaching leaders on team effectiveness, people issues, culture, performance management, conflict resolution, and change leadership. The HRBP partners with leaders in end-to-end Hire to Retire processes, including recruiting, onboarding, and new hire orientations. They also lead the internship program, contractors, and temporary hires, supporting offboarding processes such as terminations and PIPs. Additionally, the role involves identifying and facilitating Learning and Development initiatives, supporting the Performance Management Process, and collaborating with the Human Capital Team on departmental goals and strategy. Maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations, supporting Affirmative Action programs, D&I initiatives, and HR policies are also key responsibilities. The position requires using data analytics to measure and support HR programs and strategy, embracing AI and other tools, and recommending improvements to HR efficiency. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field.
7-10 years of Human Resources Business Partner experience required.
Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and possess unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Must have unrestricted authorization to work in the USA.
Strong leadership skills, exhibits sound and ethical judgment.
Able to work collaboratively in a small, fast-paced, team environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with all levels of employees.
Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office applications including Word, Advanced Excel, Power Point and Outlook.
Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Ability to make informed decisions based on limited facts and guidance.
Strong organizational and time management skills as well as attention to detail.
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality guidelines.
Ability to communicate well by all means of communication including written, verbal, and non-verbal communication.
Willingness to accept additional responsibilities.
Takes initiative in development and completion of projects with strong follow-through.
Ability to balance multiple demands and respond to time constraints, timelines and schedules.
Able and willing to continue with business skills and Human Resources development.
Considerable knowledge of employment laws and their application, especially Title VII, NLRB, FMLA, FCA, FLSA, ADA, ERISA, HIPPA.

Nice To Haves

Human Resource Certification Institute (HRCI) Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification, Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) or Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) SHRM-CP certification preferred.
Financial Services experience in an Asset Management or Wealth Management company strongly preferred.
No visa sponsorship is available.
UKG experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership, counsel and support to managers and supervisors on policy interpretation and other employee relations matters, including but not limited to: Hiring, On-Boarding, Retention, Performance Management, and General Employee Relations matters
Hold leaders accountable, manage pushback constructively, and provide data-driven insights when necessary
Coach leaders on team effectiveness, people issues and culture, performance management, conflict resolution and change leadership
Partner with leaders in the end-to-end Hire to Retire people processes to include recruiting, onboarding and new hire orientations.
Lead the internship program, contractors and temporary hires to include recruiting, onboarding, experiential initiatives and offboarding.
Support off boarding processes to include terminations, PIPs, exit interviews etc.
Identify, design and facilitate Learning and Development initiatives such as LinkedIn Learning, or other HC related topics that support operational goals.
Support Performance Management Process throughout the year including program updates, training, tracking and monitoring.
Participate and collaborate with other members of the Human Capital Team to develop departmental goals, objectives and projects to ensure an effective, sustainable, people strategy over the long-term.
Maintain visibility representing HC on teams or committees designated by HC leadership and physical presence as needed across our locations.
Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
Assist and support Affirmative Action program, policies and procedures.
Support D & I initiatives as needed.
Assist and support human resource procedures, policies and handbook interpretation and updates.
Conduct objective internal investigations into general employment matters and complaints with escalation as needed.
Identify and use various metrics and data to measure and support HC programs and strategy.
Align these programs with business goals and assess their performance.
Embrace AI and other tools to support this effort.
Run and utilize reports and analysis of data to support these efforts.
Recommend new approaches, policies, and procedures to effect continual improvements in efficiency of department and services performed.
Other Duties as assigned.