Responsibilities
Related Affordable seeks a Human Resources Business Partner who will serve as a resource and strategic partner to employees and staff within Related Affordable's West coast portfolios.
The HRBP will have primary responsibility in managing through employee relations matters and performance management for approximately 450 property management employees including our support teams. In addition, you'll ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures. In this role, you'll operate as a critical part of our business, helping develop and retain our greatest asset – our people. The HRBP will work in concert with the business and rest of the Human Resources team to execute and advance Related Affordable's people strategy, supporting the company's business priorities, while reducing employee turnover and improving productivity. Successful candidates will be passionate about supporting field-based teams. This role will be based in our Irvine office and will report into Related Affordable's HR Director.
We'll trust you to : Employee Relations
- Act as first point of contact for property management teams on HR issues; provide sound guidance and advice; escalate issues as necessary
- Coach and counsel managers and employees on all employee issues; identify and clarify problems, evaluate potential solutions and recommend course of action
- Mediate and resolve employee relations issues; conduct investigations and recommend resolutions
- Navigate sensitive and confidential issues with the highest levels of discretion, leverage Corporate HR legal resources to minimize risk in changing legal environment
- Proactively address performance concerns with urgency, using corrective action as needed
- For union populations, prepare all necessary paperwork in compliance with the union progressive discipline policies including written warnings, performance improvement plans and separation letters
- Guide managers through performance management and preparation of performance improvement plans for non-union populations
- Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actions
- Analyze data and trends and partner with broader Related HR team to make recommendations that can improve retention, internal mobility and performance management
- Represent Related Affordable in union grievances and arbitrations and ensure compliance with existing CBA's
- Communicate with Related Affordable's Recruiting Team for any talent planning needs or imminent job openings
Talent Development, Benefits, and Data Management
Support annual review process and succession planning for all employees within designated portfolioPartner with Corporate HR compensation team to conduct as needed market pay analysisProvide guidance on benefits and leave matters to employees, in conjunction with Corporate Benefits teamPartner with the Corporate Benefits team to keep track of employees' leave and accommodation claims and send documentation, including leave letters as necessaryEnsure employee data is accurate, effective, and standardized; partner with Corporate HRIS team as neededCompensation
$95,000 - $105,000 / yearAnnual performance based bonusBenefits
Personalized Health Care : Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance ProgramFinancial Benefits : Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programsSocial Wellness : 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matchingCareer Development : Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunitiesQualifications
3-5 years of relevant HR experience, particularly in employee relationsDemonstrated experience working with geographically dispersed field-based teamsCapacity to navigate complex and, at times, challenging situations with determination and a positive attitudeAn innate ability to inspire and motivate others through personal example, showcasing the importance of perseverance in achieving long-term successDiscretion, professionalism, and candor with excellent judgment and intuitive interpersonal skillsSuperior communication skills :Strong verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills
Ease in working with people up and down the organization hierarchyNaturally adaptive to different audiencesDiplomatically assertiveUnion knowledge is a plus, experience participating in grievance and arbitration hearings, and feel comfortable with union processes and procedures from a HR perspectiveFamiliarity with state-specific laws on payroll, leave, wages, and hours, preferably in CA, TX and COWorking Conditions
This role is based in our Irvine, CA office and follows a hybrid work model, with a schedule to be mutually agreed upon at the time of hirePeriodic travel to sites within the assigned portfolio may be required based on business needsOccasional off-hours emergencies may also arise and require the immediate attention of the HR Business PartnerOverview
Divisional Overview
Related Affordable leads the company's efforts to preserve and improve the nation's affordable housing stock. Affordable housing acquisitions and development have been the foundation of Related since the company was founded. Today, Related Affordable owns and oversees one of the largest affordable housing portfolios in the nation. The company is driven by the belief that everyone deserves a quality home and works hard to deliver that for communities across the country. Learn more about Related Affordable at www.related.com / affordable-housing
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3-5 years of relevant HR experience, particularly in employee relationsDemonstrated experience working with geographically dispersed field-based teamsCapacity to navigate complex and, at times, challenging situations with determination and a positive attitudeAn innate ability to inspire and motivate others through personal example, showcasing the importance of perseverance in achieving long-term successDiscretion, professionalism, and candor with excellent judgment and intuitive interpersonal skillsSuperior communication skills :Strong verbal, nonverbal and written communication skills
Ease in working with people up and down the organization hierarchyNaturally adaptive to different audiencesDiplomatically assertiveUnion knowledge is a plus, experience participating in grievance and arbitration hearings, and feel comfortable with union processes and procedures from a HR perspectiveFamiliarity with state-specific laws on payroll, leave, wages, and hours, preferably in CA, TX and COWorking Conditions
This role is based in our Irvine, CA office and follows a hybrid work model, with a schedule to be mutually agreed upon at the time of hirePeriodic travel to sites within the assigned portfolio may be required based on business needsOccasional off-hours emergencies may also arise and require the immediate attention of the HR Business PartnerRelated Affordable seeks a Human Resources Business Partner who will serve as a resource and strategic partner to employees and staff within Related Affordable's West coast portfolios.
The HRBP will have primary responsibility in managing through employee relations matters and performance management for approximately 450 property management employees including our support teams. In addition, you'll ensure compliance with HR policies and procedures. In this role, you'll operate as a critical part of our business, helping develop and retain our greatest asset – our people. The HRBP will work in concert with the business and rest of the Human Resources team to execute and advance Related Affordable's people strategy, supporting the company's business priorities, while reducing employee turnover and improving productivity. Successful candidates will be passionate about supporting field-based teams. This role will be based in our Irvine office and will report into Related Affordable's HR Director.
We'll trust you to : Employee Relations
Act as first point of contact for property management teams on HR issues; provide sound guidance and advice; escalate issues as necessaryCoach and counsel managers and employees on all employee issues; identify and clarify problems, evaluate potential solutions and recommend course of actionMediate and resolve employee relations issues; conduct investigations and recommend resolutionsNavigate sensitive and confidential issues with the highest levels of discretion, leverage Corporate HR legal resources to minimize risk in changing legal environmentProactively address performance concerns with urgency, using corrective action as neededFor union populations, prepare all necessary paperwork in compliance with the union progressive discipline policies including written warnings, performance improvement plans and separation lettersGuide managers through performance management and preparation of performance improvement plans for non-union populationsComply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation; anticipating legislation; enforcing adherence to requirements; advising management on needed actionsAnalyze data and trends and partner with broader Related HR team to make recommendations that can improve retention, internal mobility and performance managementRepresent Related Affordable in union grievances and arbitrations and ensure compliance with existing CBA'sCommunicate with Related Affordable's Recruiting Team for any talent planning needs or imminent job openingsTalent Development, Benefits, and Data Management
Support annual review process and succession planning for all employees within designated portfolioPartner with Corporate HR compensation team to conduct as needed market pay analysisProvide guidance on benefits and leave matters to employees, in conjunction with Corporate Benefits teamPartner with the Corporate Benefits team to keep track of employees' leave and accommodation claims and send documentation, including leave letters as necessaryEnsure employee data is accurate, effective, and standardized; partner with Corporate HRIS team as neededCompensation
$95,000 - $105,000 / yearAnnual performance based bonusBenefits
Personalized Health Care : Multiple medical, dental, and vision plan options; Employee Assistance ProgramFinancial Benefits : Competitive salary and incentive packages; matching 401(k); FSAs and HSA; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; paid leave & disability programsSocial Wellness : 19+ days of PTO; mental health counseling & resources; fertility, surrogacy, and adoption assistance; volunteer days and donation matchingCareer Development : Learning & training programs; tuition & certification reimbursement; internal advancement opportunitiesJ-18808-Ljbffr