Senior Human Resources Business Partner
About the role
Overture Center for the Arts (Overture) is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) to join its evolving People & Culture function. Reporting to the Chief People Officer (CPO), this role is central to shaping a modern, strategic HR function that connects strategy, culture, and execution across the organization.
Responsibilities
Partner with senior leaders to understand business needs and translate them into people strategies
Support organizational design, workforce planning, and change initiatives
Serve as a trusted advisor, building strong relationships across all levels of the organization
Lead employee relations efforts including conflict resolution, investigations, and performance concerns
Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on feedback, accountability, and team dynamics
Ensure consistent, fair, and values-aligned people practices
Facilitate and evolve performance management processes (goal setting, reviews, development plans)
Support talent management and succession planning efforts
Partner with leaders to strengthen bench strength and internal mobility
Design and implement programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and development
Partner closely with the Director of Equity & Innovation to embed inclusive practices across the employee lifecycle
Help operationalize Overture’s cultural beliefs and evolving workplace experience
Leverage HR data and analytics to identify trends and inform decision-making
Support optimization and utilization of Paylocity HRIS for reporting and insights
Partner with HR Operations to continuously improve processes and programs
Provide support on compensation and benefits programs
Collaborate on labor union-related matters
Contribute to ongoing HR transformation initiatives
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
5+ years of progressively more responsible HR experience, preferably in an HRBP capacity
Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices
Experience developing and implementing HR programs
Experience supporting organizational change or HR transformation
Familiarity with HRIS systems (Paylocity preferred) and HR analytics
Key Competencies
Strategic & Operational Balance – thinks big while executing effectively
Business Acumen – understands how people strategies impact organizational outcomes
Relationship Builder – collaborates effectively across all levels
Cultural Competence – demonstrates a strong commitment to inclusion, access, and belonging
Change Agility – thrives in evolving environments and helps others navigate change
Curiosity & Humility – brings a learning mindset and collaborative approach