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Senior HR Business Partner

PLACE · Bellingham, WA · 1 wk ago
Human Resources$100k–$120k/yrFull-time

About the Role

As our Senior HR Business Partner, you'll partner with the VP of Human Resources, business unit leaders, and department heads across PLACE's Technology & Services companies to drive organizational planning, talent strategy, and employee relations — while also owning a functional area within our enterprise People Operations Center of Excellence, such as Performance Management & Rewards or Culture & Engagement.

What You're Great At

  • Seasoned HR professional with 7+ years of progressive experience, including time spent as an HR Business Partner navigating complex employee relations issues with objectivity and care
  • Know how to coach leaders through tough conversations and translate business goals into talent strategies that actually move the needle
  • Built or governed a CoE-style program before — whether that's performance management, engagement, onboarding, or compliance — and comfortable being the go-to expert multiple stakeholders rely on
  • Analytical at your core, able to turn data into insights leadership can act on
  • Solid grasp of employment law that keeps HR practices compliant and risk-aware
  • Communicate with clarity and build trust easily across all levels of an organization
  • PHR, SPHR, or equivalent certification is a strong plus
  • Familiarity with HRIS and performance management tools (ADP experience a bonus)

What You'll Do

  • Partner with business unit and department leaders across PLACE Companies supporting the Real Estate Teams ecosystem on all talent-related activities and HR matters
  • Guide organizational planning — including org design, headcount and workforce planning, and succession planning
  • Help leaders translate business and department goals into talent strategies and initiatives
  • Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues through thorough, objective investigations
  • Coach leaders and managers on navigating HR situations and difficult conversations
  • Collaborate with Legal on compliance, benefits, and risk mitigation strategies
  • Support goal setting, performance review processes, and calibration for assigned business units
  • Partner with the VP of HR to develop and maintain HR policies and procedures
  • Lead or assist special projects that strengthen talent initiatives and HR infrastructure
  • Partner with the broader People Operations team on onboarding, compensation, training, benefits, and employee services
  • Own a Center of Excellence functional area (e.g., Performance Management & Rewards or Culture & Engagement) — building manager toolkits, driving enterprise-wide programs, and reporting on effectiveness to HR leadership
  • Ensure consistent adherence to HR policies and procedures across assigned business units

Pay

$100,000-$120,000/year depending on experience

Benefits

  • PTO as needed
  • Comprehensive insurance coverage
  • 401(k) match
  • Stock option grants
  • Stock purchase plan

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