Sr HR Business Partner - U.S. Company Operations

Sr. HRBP

When our square shaped burgers made their first sizzle on the scene more than 50 years ago, people knew our approach wasn't like any other. Same goes for the way we support our employees. Our culture of openness, flexibility, and inclusiveness allows everybody to flourish in their own way. If you're looking for a career where you can be part of the action as we continue to grow our iconic brand We got you!

The Sr. HRBP will play a strategic role supporting the company market overseeing about 50-60 restaurants and around 1,500 employees. This role will contribute to Wendy's success by partnering with the Director of Area Operations (DAO) for the company market and supporting their District Manager (DM) team. They will identify business needs and implement effective Human Resources strategies, programs, and services. Acting as a strategic advisor, the position supports key operational metrics and initiatives that drive performance and employee engagement across company restaurants.

Additionally, the Sr. HRBP will drive initiatives that support talent development, workforce planning and employee relations. They will analyze human capital data to provide insightful reports to their stakeholders. The Sr. HRBP will collaborate with the DAO and DM team to assess their HR needs and deliver tailored solutions. They will serve as a trusted partner in change management and organizational development efforts.

Responsibilities

• Business Partner : Provides direct strategic partnership to Director of Area Operations (DAO and their District Managers (DM). Partners with business leaders to identify needs, analyzes metrics, and adjusts strategy in support of business objectives. Collaborates in the implementation of Human Resources tactics and programs for assigned area(s) and division.
• Staffing : Partners with the DAO to design, develop, and execute comprehensive staffing strategies that attract, select, and retain high-potential talent while maintaining optimal staffing levels. Ensures recruiting and retention strategies are aligned with business goals and remain relevant to the target candidate market and assigned divisions. Focuses on building sustainable talent pipelines, enhancing employee engagement, and reducing turnover through data-driven workforce planning and continuous improvement of sourcing and onboarding practices.
• Talent Planning & Development : Facilitates Succession / Bench Planning sessions to identify future bench, gaps in talent base, and at-risk performers. Collaborates with business leaders on employee development needs and bench planning decisions. Assists leaders with development plans for key talent to improve readiness levels and further career progression.
• Positive Employee Relations and Employee Advocacy : Consults with business leaders to foster and promote a work environment consistent with Dave's Legacy Values. Works closely with operators in each individual market to provide investigation and consultation support to business leaders addressing environmental concerns, activist activity, employee relations, employee conduct, and performance issues, including the application of company policies and employment laws. Manages the investigation process for employment-related claims. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.
• H.R. Operations : Leads the implementation and execution on employee-facing programs and initiatives within HR including HR policies and procedures interpretation. Supports HR subject matter experts in the implementation and execution of compensation and benefits programs, employee engagement surveys, leadership potential assessments, people leader training, etc. Will lead and own analysis and delivery of human capital data into insightful reports and actionable items for their assigned territory. This will be provided weekly, monthly and quarterly basis while providing on-demand analysis for HR leaders.

Preferred : B.S. or B.A. in Business, Human Resources Management, or related field and 3-5 years of Human Resources experience.

In-depth knowledge of and experience with Human Resources principles and practices including recruiting / sourcing, succession planning, employee development, employee relations, EEO administration.

Understanding of legal principles including State / Province and Federal / National Labor Laws, requirements for leaves of absence and requirements for workers compensation.

Dynamic, fast paced individual with strong communication, organizational, planning, and analytical skills. Demonstrated ability to influence business partners. Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills. Ability to handle confidential information, conflict resolution, and employee related investigations.

High degree of independence in completing work assignments and making decisions concerning various human resource activities. Ability to manage various activities from remote locations using hardware and software programs applicable to the functions of the position.

Preferred : Experience in classroom training and talent development activities. Experience in multi-location environments preferred. PHR or other related professional designation desirable.

Expected Work Location (Field) : It is expected that you will primarily perform work at Wendy's Restaurants or to other field locations as designated by the Company. When not working at a Wendy's location, you are permitted to work remotely. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs.

Wendy's was built on the premise, "Quality is our Recipe," which remains the guidepost of the Wendy's system. Today, Wendy's and its franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide with a vision of becoming the worlds most thriving and beloved restaurant brand.

The base pay range for this position is listed below. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and budget for the open position and also may vary depending on the candidates job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other relevant factors. This range does not include an estimated value for any benefits, bonus, or other incentives that may be applicable based on position. The target annual bonus for this role is 10% of annualized base salary, based on actual company and personal performance.

Our square burgers make us different and so do our benefits! Our restaurant support roles are eligible for a wide array of benefits, including things such as parental leave, free EAP sessions, company 401k match and other great offerings. For more details about our benefits, including an overview of eligibility and terms for certain benefits, please visit our benefits website.

Education : High School Diploma / GED

Travel : 50%

Pay Range : $77,000 - $131,000 Annually

Wendy's is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.