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Sr. HR/People Business Partner
Job ID
134505
Posted
25-Aug-2023
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
People/Human Resources
Location(s)
Remote – US – Remote – US – United States of America
About the role
Manages and oversees the effectiveness of human resources (HR) initiatives and programs for a defined geographic region or account(s), including workforce planning, performance management, employee engagement, training and development and legal compliance. May supervise HR managers. Performs work that includes interpreting considerable data, refining methods and processes, assessing unusual circumstances and incomplete or conflicting data. Uses judgment within defined policies and practices. Primary business partners are first line supervisors and senior management, including managing directors.
What you’ll do
- Provides HR leadership for a designated region through the implementation and interpretation of policies and programs, coordination of information flow and marketing of HR strategy.
- Links overall HR strategy into business plans for all lines of business within assigned geographic region/functional area. Understands the business and is closely aligned with the business leaders.
- Provides direction and leadership to assigned HR staff.
- Identifies and manages employment related risks, including litigation and investigations in accordance with government regulations and company policy.
- Conducts employee relations counseling, mediation and handles employee grievances.
- Partners with HR’s Centers of Excellence to implement all HR initiatives within assigned region/functional area, including delivery of training programs.
- Provides transition support in conjunction with outsourcing services contracts and mergers and acquisitions.
- Consults with senior management regarding all talent management activities, including succession planning and career pathing activities (including staffing needs and assessments, compensation, performance management, employee relations, policy compliance, training, etc.) for their respective employee populations.
- Strives for greater efficiency of human resources services through the recommendation of new approaches to established, policies, procedures and programs.
- May perform other responsibilities as assigned.
- Provides formal supervision to individual employees within single functional or operational area. Approves subordinates’ recommendations for staff recruitment, selection, promotion, advancement, corrective action and termination. Effectively recommends same for direct reports to next level management for review and approval. Plans and monitors appropriate staffing levels and utilization of labor, including overtime. Prepares and delivers performance appraisal for staff. Mentors and coaches team members to further develop competencies. Leads by example and models behaviors that are consistent with the company’s values. Responsible for identifying training needs, tracking performance, coaching/development and motivating direct reports. Responsible for hiring, terminating, compensation and performance evaluation.
What you’ll need
To perform this job proficiently, one should be able to perform each critical duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the job functions.
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 7 years of related experience.
Ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret business related documents and offer strong business solutions to clients. Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, consultative and exceptional customer service skills and the ability to problem solve. Ability to effectively respond to sensitive issues, complex inquiries or complaints from clients, co-workers, supervisor and/or management. Ability to make effective presentations on general topics to an internal department, large group of employees, clients and/or management. Ability to motivate employees and client groups to take desired action.
Ability to perform basic mathematical functions including percentages, discounts and commissions. Ability to perform basic mathematical functions and prepare complex spreadsheets using Excel functions.
Ability to solve problems and offer a variety of options and solutions.
Strong Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Excel skills required. Knowledge of PeopleSoft.
Decisions made with in-depth understanding and interpretation of procedures, company policies and business practices to achieve general results. Responsible for setting department deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause long-term impact to co-workers, supervisor, department and/or line of business.
Why CBRE?
- At CBRE, we admire creativity, innovation, and partnership, and we offer endless opportunities for growth. We are a direct hire company that provides everything from competitive pay, Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, and 401k Match programs.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
California, Colorado, New York, New Jersey, Washington State Residents: CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate’s education, training, and experience. The maximum salary for the Sr. HR/People Business Partner position is $130,000 annually. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills, qualifications, and experience. Successful candidates will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on CBRE’s applicable benefit program.
CBRE is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We have a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We also provide reasonable accommodations, as needed, throughout the job application process. If you have a disability that inhibits your ability to apply for a position through our online application process, you may contact us via email at or via telephone at +1 (U.S.) and +1 (Canada).
NOTE: Some, but not all, of our positions may have an additional requirement to comply with COVID-19 health and safety protocols, including COVID-19 vaccination proof and/or rigorous testing. If you have questions about the requirement(s) for this position, please inform your Recruiter.
CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)
