People Partner

HBK CPA • Holmdel Township, NJ

1d • $90,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

HBK is seeking a dynamic and resourceful People Partner (HR Business Partner) to join its growing People & Culture team. The role supports the firm’s Mid-Atlantic offices and contributes to national HR initiatives, combining strategic insight with hands-on work across employee relations, performance management, compliance, onboarding, and other core HR functions.

The position requires an in-office presence 3–4 days per week. The employee will also travel regularly to other offices throughout New York, New Jersey, and Eastern Pennsylvania.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HCM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• High level of discretion and professionalism.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Ability to work in the office 3–4 days per week and travel regularly to offices throughout New York, New Jersey, and Eastern Pennsylvania.

Nice To Haves

• HR generalist experience in a professional services or accounting firm.
• Workday experience.
• PHR or SHRM-CP certification.

Responsibilities

• Support onboarding and orientation processes to provide a seamless new-hire experience.
• Facilitate new employee integration and retention strategies.
• Partner with leadership and resource management to identify hiring needs.
• Support the Campus Recruiting Lead with local campus events as needed.
• Advise employees and managers on HR-related matters.
• Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and promote a positive work environment.
• Support performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and performance improvement plans (PIPs).
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
• Manage investigations and employee separations with discretion and professionalism.
• Maintain accurate HRIS records and generate reports.
• Support inclusion and employee engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Learning & Development to identify training needs.
• Promote firm-wide programs and events in partnership with other offices.
• Collaborate with recruiting, total rewards, resource management, and learning and development teams.
• Provide insights from HR data to inform business decisions.
• Support organizational change and workforce planning initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive base compensation of $90,000–$110,000 per year, plus an annual discretionary bonus.
• New business and employee referral bonuses.
• Anniversary bonus.
• Open paid time off policy.
• 401(k) plan with company match and safe harbor contributions.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Nine paid holidays.
• Annual performance reviews.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level