Human Resources (HR) Business Partner

We are looking for an experienced Senior Human Resources Business Partner to support organizational leaders and employees in northern Virginia. This long-term contract position will focus on strengthening employee relations, advising on HR policies, and guiding performance and workforce planning initiatives. The ideal candidate brings a strategic mindset along with hands-on HR expertise to help drive effective people practices across the business.

Responsibilities

• Advise managers and department leaders on employee relations matters, workplace concerns, and people-focused decision-making.
• Conduct thorough and fair workplace investigations, document findings, and recommend appropriate next steps.
• Interpret and apply HR policies consistently while ensuring alignment with business objectives and employment standards.
• Partner with leadership on performance management processes, including coaching, feedback discussions, and resolution planning.
• Support organizational change efforts by helping teams navigate structure, communication, and workforce impacts.
• Contribute to succession planning activities by identifying talent needs and supporting leadership development discussions.
• Oversee core HR administrative activities and maintain accurate employee records and documentation.
• Utilize UKG Pro to manage HR data, reporting, and day-to-day personnel transactions as needed.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience serving as an HR Business Partner or in a senior human resources advisory role.
• Strong background in employee relations, including conflict resolution and workplace investigations.
• Practical knowledge of HR policy interpretation, application, and compliance considerations.
• Experience supporting performance management and coaching leaders through employee issues.
• Familiarity with succession planning and organizational change management initiatives.
• Proficiency in HR administration processes and systems, including UKG Pro.
• Excellent communication, judgment, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across teams.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
• Eligibility to enroll in the company 401(k) plan.