HR Business Partner

Summary

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) provides strategic, consultative support to assigned business units/sites, aligning people practices to operational goals. This role partners with assigned business units/sites to improve employee engagement, strengthen leadership capability, mitigate risk, and drive workforce readiness. The HRBP serves as a trusted advisor who leverages data, insights, and collaboration with HR centers of expertise (Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, and Compliance) to design and implement integrated solutions that enhance retention, development, and overall business performance.

• Consults with: Business unit leaders, supervisors, and employees across assigned departments/sites.
• Partners with: HR Centers of Expertise (L&D, Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Compliance).
• Influence: Workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, retention strategies, compliance risk mitigation.
• Decision Authority: Recommends HR strategies, solutions, and policies; escalates critical issues to HR leadership.

Qualifications – Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. Additional years of experience may be substituted for formal education.
• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a consultative HRBP or strategic HR role.
• Experience in employee relations, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and leadership coaching.
• Strong knowledge of federal and Florida employment laws and HR best practices.

Qualifications – Other Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

• Consultation & Coaching: Ability to build trust, influence leaders, and coach for performance.
• Analytical Thinking: Skilled at using data to diagnose issues and drive evidence-based solutions.
• Business Acumen: Understands financial drivers, operational priorities, and workforce implications.
• Change Leadership: Ability to guide leaders and employees through organizational change.
• Cultural Competence: Promotes inclusion, respect, and alignment with GICF’s mission and values.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal, written, and presentation skills with ability to interact at all levels.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• While performing the duties of this job the employee may be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Work is typically performed in an climate-controlled environment.
• Travel is primarily local to assigned sites within Central Florida during the business day
• Schedule may vary depending on business needs, and may entail working outside of normal departmental operating hours

Licensing and Certification

• Valid Florida Driver’s License with satisfactory driving record.
• SHRM-CP/PHR preferred, SHRM-SCP/SPHR Strongly preferred