Senior Partner, Human Resources
About The Position
The Senior Partner, Human Resources serves as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to leaders, helping shape workforce strategies that drive business results, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and create exceptional Team Member experiences. The role uses data, insights, and HR expertise to influence decision-making, develop talent, and lead initiatives supporting operational success and long-term growth. Through partnership, coaching, and change leadership, the Senior Partner helps foster a high-performing culture aligned with Whataburger’s values. This role is based at the San Antonio Home Office and is performed on-site Monday through Thursday, with remote flexibility on Fridays. It involves collaboration with leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners to align capabilities with restaurant realities. The work environment is fast-paced and requires sound judgment, strategic thinking, and collaboration. Full-time availability is required, with occasional extended hours based on business needs and occasional travel to properties, project sites, and external meetings. Candidates must live within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- At least 4 years of progressive Human Resources experience.
- Experience advising leaders on employee relations, performance management, and talent development.
- Experience leading workforce planning, succession planning, or organizational effectiveness initiatives.
- Ability to analyze HR data and translate insights into business recommendations.
- Experience managing complex employee relations matters and workplace investigations.
- Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to influence stakeholders and drive results across cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency with HR systems and technology platforms.
- Full-time availability, including occasional extended hours based on business needs.
- Must reside within commuting distance of the San Antonio Home Office.
Nice To Haves
- PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
- Experience supporting multi-site, field-based, or high-growth organizations.
- Experience leading large-scale HR projects or organizational change initiatives.
- Strong background in talent strategy, succession planning, and leadership development.
- Advanced experience using workforce analytics to influence business decisions.
- Experience partnering with senior leaders on complex people and business challenges.
Responsibilities
- Advise leaders on people strategies, organizational effectiveness, and business objectives.
- Design and implement HR programs, initiatives, and change management strategies.
- Partner with leaders on workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational design.
- Coach leaders to improve performance, talent development, and leadership effectiveness.
- Lead cross-functional projects that improve team performance and organizational capability.
- Analyze workforce trends, engagement data, and business metrics and develop actionable recommendations.
- Use HR technology and data to optimize processes and support informed decision-making.
- Conduct workplace investigations and provide balanced, risk-based recommendations.
- Develop and deliver presentations and communications for leaders and stakeholders.
- Champion HR policies, practices, and programs aligned with business goals and company values.
Benefits
- Competitive weekly pay
- Bonus program
- 5 weeks of PTO starting on day one
- Flex Weeks
- Paid corporate holidays
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) match of $1 for every $1 contributed, up to 4%
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Short-term and long-term disability benefits
- Career development and growth opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees and eligible dependents through the Whataburger Family Foundation
- Hardship grant assistance through the Whataburger Family Foundation
- Discounted meals for the employee and a guest
- Cell phone service discounts
- Computer and software discounts
- Fitness and gym discounts
- Awards and recognition
- Retirement Celebration Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
