Human Resources Business Partner II
The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner II to join its Human Resources team. This role helps foster a supportive, inclusive workplace by partnering with business leaders and employees to drive talent, development, engagement, and compliance initiatives that support the Bank’s mission.
Position Summary
As a Human Resources Business Partner II, you will serve as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for employees and managers in the Jersey City office. You will support a wide range of HR functions, including employee relations, onboarding, performance management, learning and development, employee engagement, and policy guidance.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary HR partner for designated business groups, providing guidance on employee and manager-related matters.
Advise on employee relations matters, resolve workplace concerns, and support investigations and conflict resolution.
Partner with hiring managers to support recruiting, onboarding, and orientation for new employees.
Support learning and development initiatives, including new hire and management training programs.
Guide employees and managers through performance management processes, including goals, evaluations, feedback, and development planning.
Interpret and communicate HR policies, procedures, and employment practices to help ensure compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations.
Contribute to workforce planning, benchmarking, and alignment of talent capabilities with business priorities.
Support diversity, inclusion, employee engagement, and activities that promote a positive workplace culture.
Help employees access the resources and support they need to succeed in their roles.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in human resources required; continuing education in Human Resources disciplines is preferred.
3–5 years of progressive Human Resources experience with a demonstrated ability to partner effectively with business leaders.
Strong verbal and written communication, negotiation, conflict resolution, and meeting facilitation skills.
Ability to advise and coach managers on workforce planning, talent management, employee relations, and other people-related matters.
Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to apply HR knowledge to business challenges and recommend practical solutions.
Working knowledge of employment law and HR practices, with a focus on compliance.
Experience with Workday and other HRIS platforms; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite required.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting cross-functional projects and presenting to diverse stakeholder groups, including senior leaders.
A strong sense of empathy, sound judgment, and a commitment to building trust while balancing employee needs and business objectives.
Salary: $110,000 to $125,000
The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York is committed to recruit, hire, develop, motivate, promote, retain, and compensate all applicants and employees in a nondiscriminatory manner without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a parent, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law (including title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in human resources
- 3-5 years of progressive Human Resources experience
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to advise and coach managers on workforce planning
- Working knowledge of employment law and HR practices
- Experience with Workday and other HRIS platforms
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
What We Do
The Federal Home Loan Bank of New York (FHLBNY) is a privately-owned wholesale bank that helps community lenders in New Jersey, New York, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands advance housing and community growth. The FHLBNY membership is comprised of commercial banks, savings banks, savings and loans, credit unions, insurance companies and community development financial institutions. The FHLBNY is part of the Congressionally-chartered, nationwide Federal Home Loan Bank System, which was created in 1932 to provide a flexible liquidity source for member community lenders engaged in home mortgage and neighborhood lending. The mission of the FHLBNY is to advance housing opportunity and local community development by maximizing the capacity of community-based member lenders to serve their markets. Since the FHLBNY is a secured lender, all of its credit products require real estate related collateral. The FHLBNY enables local lenders to extend affordable credit to their communities. Thanks to the Federal Home Loan Bank System, communities across the country have access to more affordable housing, small business, and community development programs.
