HR Business Partner

HR Business Partner

For over 25 years, G&A Partners has been helping entrepreneurs grow their businesses, take better care of their employees, and enjoy a higher quality of life by providing proven HR solutions and technology. A growing, Houston-based professional services firm, G&A Partners is currently seeking an HR Business Partner to join its team at the corporate office or G&A satellite office.

A competitive compensation and benefits package is available to include health benefits and 401(k), recognition awards and bonuses, and the opportunity to work for a highly respected and award-winning company.

The HR Business Partner position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The HR Business Partner provides administration of leave of absence, employee relations, and implementation of human resource policies, procedures, and practices for corporate employees.

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

Provides day-to-day performance management guidance for line management, including, but not limited to : coaching, counseling, career development, corrective actions, time and labor, performance management, onboarding, PTO (Paid Time Off), FMLA and local, state, and federal laws.

Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.

Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.

Responds to employees and managers regarding employee relation issues in a timely manner.

Collaborates with Corporate HR Leadership and Legal Counsel on complex employee relation issues.

Provides routine updates to Corporate HR Leadership on employee relations issues.

Responsible for Leave Administration program. Stays current with applicable legislation and trains / troubleshoots issues for other users.

Maintains records and coordinates with Payroll, Benefits, and Risk departments for any intersecting leave activities relating to pay, benefits, and / or workers compensation.

Administers offshore resources processes and policies.

Leads investigations into employee issues; works with legal counsel where appropriate.

Assists with termination meetings and coordinating with IT to get access revoked and equipment retrieved.

Responds to unemployment claims and wage audits prior to due dates.

Ability to travel to G&A locations as needed is required.

Monitors and ensures the organization's compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations, and recommends best practices; reviews and modifies policies and practices to maintain compliance.

Provides guidance and input on department workforce planning and succession planning.

Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.

Cross trains with other positions within the department for coverage as needed.

Assists with analysis of company trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs, and policies.

Maintains knowledge of trends, best practices, regulatory changes, and modern technologies in human resources and employment law; applies this knowledge to communicate changes in policy, practice, and resources to upper management.

Participates in audits as requested; provides reports to other departments as requested.

Qualifications

Education : A bachelor's degree in human resources or a related field is preferred.

Skills & Experience : At least 5 years of experience in Human Resources showing a progressive job history is required. At least three years of experience in roles with extensive responsibility for programs or processes, such as a specialist or a manager, is preferred. Great verbal and written communication skills are required from employee to Executive Management. Able to do presentations in person or online.

Computer Skills : Proficiency in Microsoft 365 products and applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.

Certifications / Licenses : SHRM SCP or CP certification is required. Leave Administration certification is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

G&A Partners as an Equal Opportunity Employer considers all applicants and prohibits discrimination of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Our management team is dedicated to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment based on any of these characteristics. We are committed to this policy and achieving a diverse workforce with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.

Salary

Starting wage is $50,000 up to $100,000. The starting range represents the low and high end of the G&A Partners' range for this position. Actual wages will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of G&A's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include commissions, annual bonuses, and program specific rewards. In addition, G&A Partners provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, flexible spending, ancillary benefits, retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Application close date is 10 / 15 / 2025.