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