People Partner (HR Business Partner)
Salary: $70,000 - $90,000/year + Bonus
HBK is growing, now a Top 50 accounting firm according to Accounting Today magazine and a Top 100 registered investment advisory according to Financial Advisor Magazine. Our hundreds of collaborating professionals have created and foster thousands of close, caring, supportive client relationships.
Growth requires talent, so we continue to seek capable, dedicated professionals in all aspects of financial services. Our recruits choose their career paths. We want you to excel in your career as part of a dynamic team, and we provide the support and the resources to help you succeed. The breadth and depth of experience we offer you is unique in the marketplace.
We are entrepreneurs working with entrepreneurs, owners working with people who are owners of small and mid-size businesses, the heartbeat of our country. We are more consultants than number crunchers, an influence in our communities as well as our clients and their finances. When we go home at night, we know we’ve made something happen for our clients. If you want a career that is all about helping people, you’re the kind of person we’re looking for. Please read on to discover if you could see yourself joining the HBK Family as our newest Human Resources (HR) Business Partner.
About the Role
We are seeking a dynamic and resourceful People Partner (HR Business Partner) to join our growing People & Culture team. This role is pivotal in supporting our Mid-Atlantic offices and contributing to national HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic insight and hands-on execution across all core HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, compliance, and onboarding.
This position requires 3-4 days per week in office presence. Individuals hired for this position will be required to travel to other offices throughout New York, New Jersey, and Eastern Pennsylvania on a regular cadence.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
- 3+ years of HR generalist experience, preferably in a professional services or accounting firm.
- Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
- Proficiency in HCM systems (Workday preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- PHR or SHRM-CP certification preferred.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- High level of discretion and professionalism.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Adaptability in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Collaborative mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition & Onboarding- Support onboarding and orientation processes to ensure a seamless new hire experience.
- Facilitate new employee integration and retention strategies.
- Partner with leadership and resource management to identify hiring needs.
- Support Campus Recruiting Lead with local campus events, as needed.
Employee Relations & Performance Management- Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR-related matters.
- Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and promote a positive work environment.
- Support performance management processes, including goal setting, reviews, and PIPs.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws.
- Manage investigations and employee separations with discretion and professionalism.
- Maintain accurate records in HRIS (Workday experience preferred) and generate reports.
Culture, Engagement & Development- Support inclusion and employee engagement initiatives.
- Collaborate with Learning & Development to identify training needs.
- Promote firm-wide programs and events in partnership with other offices.
- Collaborate with cross-functional HR functions including recruiting, total rewards, resource management and learning and development.
- Provide insights from HR data to inform business decisions.
- Support organizational change and workforce planning initiatives.
BENEFITS WE OFFER:
- Competitive Compensation
- Lucrative New Business & Employee Referral Bonuses
- Anniversary Bonus
- Open Paid Time Off Policy
- 401(k) plan with company match and safe harbor contributions
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company Paid Life Insurance
- 9 Paid holidays
- Annual Performance Reviews
- And Much More…
HBK provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
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What We Do
Established in 1949, HBK is a multidisciplinary financial services firm offering the collective intelligence of hundreds of professionals committed to delivering exceptional client service across a wide range of tax, accounting, audit, business advisory, valuation, financial planning, wealth management, and support services. HBK serves clients across the U.S., from individuals to small businesses to multi-million-dollar corporations to exempt organizations. The firm is ranked 45th among “Top 100” accounting firms by Accounting Today and has been a consistent “Top 100” firm in the INSIDE Public Accounting magazine poll. Financial Advisor Magazine ranks the wealth advisory, HBKS Wealth Advisors, among the top U.S. registered investment advisories.
