Senior Human Resources Manager, People Business Partner

New York Post • Los Angeles, CA

2d • $120,000 - $150,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The New York Post is seeking a Senior Manager, People Business Partner based in Los Angeles to support our growing California Post newsroom and commercial operations. This is a critical role supporting leaders and employees across editorial, digital, and business operations, helping drive people strategies for a fast paced and evolving media organization. Reporting to the CHRO, you will serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, providing strategic and hands on support across employee relations, performance management, organizational effectiveness, talent development, and culture initiatives. This role requires strong judgment, the ability to operate independently, and deep expertise navigating California employment laws and workplace practices. The ideal candidate is a proactive self starter who thrives in a dynamic environment, is comfortable managing complex employee matters autonomously, and can build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.

Requirements

• An experienced HR professional who combines strong business acumen with exceptional employee relations expertise.
• Deep understanding of California employment laws and confidence advising leaders on complex workplace issues.
• A self motivated and resourceful professional who can work independently and exercise sound judgment with minimal direction.
• Strong relationship builder who can influence, coach, and challenge leaders effectively.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and making thoughtful decisions in a fast moving environment.
• Excellent communicator with strong interpersonal, conflict resolution, and consulting skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities and sensitive situations simultaneously.
• Collaborative partner who contributes positively to team culture and organizational success.
• 7+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3+ years in an HR Business Partner, Employee Relations, or similar client facing role.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Significant experience managing employee relations matters, workplace investigations, performance management, and conflict resolution.
• Strong working knowledge of California employment laws, wage and hour regulations, leave laws, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting leaders within fast paced environments, such as media, entertainment, technology, or other dynamic industries.
• Demonstrated ability to operate independently and manage complex situations with professionalism and discretion.
• Strong coaching, influencing, and problem solving skills.
• Data driven mindset with the ability to leverage metrics and insights to inform decision making.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting organizational change and partnering with leaders through periods of growth and transformation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with department leaders to align people strategies with California Post's editorial, commercial, and growth objectives.
• Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned client groups, providing thoughtful coaching and practical guidance on employee and management issues.
• Lead and manage complex employee relations matters, including workplace investigations, performance concerns, policy interpretation, conflict resolution, accommodations, leaves of absence, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with California employment laws and regulations while balancing business needs and employee experience.
• Support organizational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and change management initiatives.
• Partner with managers to drive employee engagement, talent development, retention, and career growth.
• Utilize workforce data and insights to identify trends and recommend solutions that improve organizational effectiveness.
• Collaborate closely with HR colleagues and business leaders to ensure consistency, compliance, and application of best practices.
• Contribute to process improvements and innovative HR solutions that enhance efficiency and the employee experience.
• Foster a culture of accountability, transparency, inclusion, and high performance.

Benefits

• Annual bonus target
• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more
• Optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees

What This Job Offers

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