Senior HR Business Partner (Contract-to-Perm Opportunity)

Ascend HR Corp | HR Maximizer is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to support Legacy Community Health in Houston, Texas. This is a full-time temporary assignment for an experienced HR professional who can step into a fast-paced healthcare environment and provide strong partnership to leaders.
This role is designed for an HR Business Partner who operates as a strategic advisor to leadership — someone who can influence decision-making, guide leaders through complex people challenges, and support organizational effectiveness across a multi-site healthcare environment.
In this role, you will serve as a trusted HR partner supporting a designated group of clinics within an assigned Houston-area service region. The successful candidate will bring strong employee relations experience, sound judgment, healthcare HR knowledge, and the ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
While this role includes hands-on support, the primary focus is partnering with leaders to drive business outcomes and influence decisions — not just executing HR processes.
 

What This Role Is Not
This is not a transactional HR or HRIS-focused role. While employee relations and compliance are part of the position, the primary focus is strategic partnership with leadership and influencing business decisions.
Key Responsibilities (Strategic HR Business Partner Focus)
Strategic Partnership: Serve as a strategic advisor to clinic and operational leaders, influencing decision-making and driving business outcomes
Leadership Influence: Coach and guide leaders on organizational effectiveness, performance, and team development, acting as a trusted partner rather than a policy enforcer
Organizational Strategy: Partner with leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent strategy across assigned regions
Change & Business Initiatives: Support leaders through change management, growth initiatives, and evolving business priorities
Employee Relations: Provide guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring alignment with business objectives while maintaining a positive work environment
Operational & Compliance Support: Ensure alignment with HR policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements (FMLA, ADA, FLSA) as needed
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with recruiting and operations to align talent strategy with business needs and drive results

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field required
• 7+ years progressive HR experience required
• 3+ years in healthcare or multi-site environment preferred
• SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred
• Strong employee relations and coaching experience
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and operate in a consultative HR Business Partner capacity
• Excellent judgment, communication, and business acumen
• Ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment

About Legacy Community Health
At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do.
To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative: We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help.
We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed: We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators: We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.
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