Human Resources Business Partner

EPIC Brokers•Melville, NY

21d•$90,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) partners with business leaders to support organizational growth and deliver results through effective talent policies and programs. The role leads, plans, and directs HR activities, drives employee engagement, and supports a thriving workplace culture through initiatives across the employee lifecycle. It ensures HR programs are effective, efficient, and aligned with business objectives and talent strategy. This is a hybrid position requiring qualified candidates to work three days per week from EPIC’s Melville, New York office. The HRBP supports a designated employee population and works with leaders, employees, and HR Centers of Excellence. The role provides guidance on talent, employee relations, performance, compliance, and organizational culture; monitors workforce and talent metrics; and manages employee relations cases, including confidential matters and escalations. EPIC is a nationwide insurance brokerage and consulting firm headquartered in New York City. Founded in 2007, it has more than 4,000 employees and over 60 offices. The company describes its core values as Owner mindset, Inspire trust, Think big, and Drive results. EPIC emphasizes collaboration, inclusion, employee development, and growth.

Requirements

Current experience working in an HRBP or HR Generalist role.
At least 2 years of HRBP or employee relations experience.
Strong written and verbal communication skills and a customer-service orientation toward internal stakeholders at all organizational levels.
High attention to detail and ability to learn and work in software systems.
Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to address challenges collaboratively.
Willingness to learn EPIC’s practices and apply that learning to support the business.
Minimum 2 years working and developing within an HR Business Partner or Generalist role.
Workforce development, culture alignment, and integration experience.
Ability to develop and maintain constructive relationships with senior leaders from varied functional backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field; equivalent human resources experience may also be considered.
SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or other HR-related professional certification.
Excellent employee issue resolution and conflict management skills.

Responsibilities

Assist business leaders with retaining and developing talent in their designated employee population.
Drive HR programs across employee populations.
Provide business units with cost parameters associated with hiring, training, and retaining talent.
Participate in developing department goals and objectives.
Develop new job descriptions with managers and amend existing descriptions to reflect business needs and support FMLA status, recruitment clarity, and talent development.
Assist managers with mitigating conflicts.
Support compliance with applicable laws and regulations by providing managers and employees with guidance and interpretation relevant to daily operations.
Partner with HR Centers of Excellence on HR analytics, technology, and career development opportunities.
Monitor business and talent outcomes using KPIs and present relevant data to business leaders.
Administer the performance evaluation program and provide related guidance.
Advise and guide managers on employee relations issues, progressive discipline, and documentation requirements.
Manage employee relations cases from beginning to end, provide guidance in confidential situations, and escalate matters to the HRD or VP of HR as appropriate.
Educate and support management on employee relations and performance issues.
Work with leadership to develop and monitor organizational culture and support related initiatives.
Promote positive employee relationships through communication and interpretation of HR policies.

Benefits

Generous paid time off, including managed PTO without accruals or caps for salaried/exempt employees; 22 starting PTO days for hourly/non-exempt employees; 12 company-observed paid holidays; and four early-close days.
Paid parental leave, pregnancy disability and bonding leave, and organ donor/bone marrow donor leave.
$1,500 employee referral bonus for a hired referral.
Employee recognition programs and awards, including trips.
Employee Resource Groups, including Women’s Coalition and EPIC Veterans Group.
Mentorship program, tuition reimbursement, and leadership development.
Pet insurance, identity theft and fraud protection coverage, legal planning, family planning, and menopause and midlife support.
401(k) matching.
Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Wellness and employee assistance programs.
Charitable giving and community programs, including Donation Connection, Employee Assistance Fund, and People First Foundation.