Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

About the role

Impact You'll Make As a Director, Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you will serve as a strategic advisor and thought partner to business leaders, directly impacting organizational growth and talent retention. This role connects business priorities with people strategy by influencing decision-making, leading change, and advancing Stout’s culture of Relentless Excellence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, developing and executing integrated people strategies that enable growth, performance, and retention of top talent.
• Partner with leadership to design and optimize structures, roles, and talent to meet evolving business needs and future growth goals.
• Lead a culture of accountability and excellence by enabling leaders to effectively manage performance, provide feedback, and recognize results.
• Drive annual talent review and succession planning processes to identify, develop, and retain talent across the business.
• Use workforce data, engagement insights, and retention analytics to identify trends, diagnose root causes, and develop proactive strategies.
• Work cross-functionally with Total Rewards, Talent Acquisition, L&D, and Colleague Experience to deliver cohesive HR solutions.
• Partner with leaders to advance firm culture, enhance colleague connection, and strengthen engagement across teams and geographies.
• Provide direction, mentorship, and thought leadership within the HR team, fostering collaboration, continuous learning, and strategic alignment.

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including time as a strategic business partner or HR leader supporting senior executives.
• Proven success in developing and executing HR strategies that drive measurable business outcomes.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate organizational priorities into actionable people strategies.
• Exceptional communication, influence, and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
• Expertise in organizational design, talent management, and leadership development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required; Master’s degree or professional certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
• Strategic, forward-thinking, and business-minded approach.
• High integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Agility and resilience in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Collaborative leadership, building trust and alignment.
• Commitment to excellence, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or professional certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR) preferred.
• Experience in a similar role.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and execution.
• People management and leadership development.
• Talent acquisition and retention.
• Organizational design and structure.
• Performance management and feedback.
• Change management and organizational development.
• Data analysis and reporting.
• Collaboration and integration across functions.
• Cultural awareness and inclusivity.

Benefits

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $160,000 - $180,000 annually. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of options, including medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and access to other wellness-focused benefits. Depending on employment category, Stout offers Personal Time Off per calendar year based on standard work hours and years of service or Discretionary Time Off. Additionally, each year the firm publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year. Information about benefits can be found here - https://www.stout.com/en/careers/benefits.

Pay

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $160,000 - $180,000 annually.

Schedule

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