HRBP

Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) Company: Professional Services Firm Location: Downtown Los Angeles, CA Work Arrangement: On-site 3–4 days per week Compensation: Up to $160,000 annually Position Overview We are seeking an experienced, business-oriented Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support leadership and employees within a dynamic professional services environment. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to firm leadership, providing strategic HR guidance while remaining hands-on in the day-to-day execution of HR initiatives. The HRBP will partner closely with business leaders to strengthen organizational effectiveness, support talent development, navigate employee relations matters, and foster a high-performing, collaborative workplace culture. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, exceptional interpersonal skills, discretion, and the ability to build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders. This role is well suited for an HR professional who thrives in a relationship-driven environment and can balance strategic partnership with practical, employee-focused HR support.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Business Partnership

• Serve as a trusted HR advisor to firm leadership, providing guidance on organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, talent management, and employee engagement.
• Partner with leaders to align HR initiatives with business objectives and the firm's evolving needs.
• Coach managers on leadership effectiveness, team dynamics, performance expectations, and employee development.
• Identify organizational challenges and recommend practical solutions that support business performance and employee success.
• Build strong relationships across departments and establish credibility with senior leaders and employees.

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Advise leaders on complex employee relations matters, including conflict resolution, performance concerns, investigations, and disciplinary actions.
• Guide managers through performance management processes, including goal setting, feedback, performance improvement plans, and corrective action.
• Conduct thorough, objective investigations and recommend appropriate courses of action.
• Ensure consistent application of HR policies and practices while exercising sound judgment and maintaining confidentiality.
• Proactively identify workplace trends and employee concerns, recommending interventions to mitigate risk and improve the employee experience.

Talent Management & Organizational Development

• Partner with leadership to identify talent needs, succession planning opportunities, and employee development priorities.
• Support talent reviews, career development, retention initiatives, and internal mobility.
• Help leaders build strong teams through effective coaching, communication, and performance practices.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on workforce planning and hiring needs.
• Support organizational changes and initiatives that enhance collaboration, engagement, and overall effectiveness.

Employee Experience & HR Operations

• Serve as a primary point of contact for HR guidance, ensuring employees and managers receive responsive, thoughtful, and consistent support.
• Support onboarding, employee transitions, policy interpretation, and other employee lifecycle activities.
• Partner with HR colleagues to implement policies, programs, and initiatives that promote a positive workplace culture.
• Use employee feedback and HR data to identify trends, assess engagement, and recommend improvements.
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure HR practices align with applicable employment laws and organizational policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, or similar role.
• Experience supporting professional services, legal, financial services, consulting, or another relationship-driven corporate environment strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience advising and coaching senior leaders and people managers.
• Strong employee relations, investigation, and performance management expertise.
• Experience supporting talent management, organizational effectiveness, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Working knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of discretion, professionalism, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining strong relationships and attention to detail.