Senior HR Business Partner (On-Site)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) to support up to 500 employees across the U.S. and Canada. This role requires a self-starter who takes full ownership of their work, proactively identifies and implements process improvements, and thrives in an independent work environment while collaborating with a remote HR team.

The HRBP is both a strategic and hands-on role, responsible for aligning business goals with people strategies while also managing the day-to-day operational aspects of HR. This includes everything from coaching leaders and driving workforce planning to handling daily employee relations issues and HR compliance. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable advising executives on HR strategy as they are executing HR transactions and administrative tasks to support employees and managers in real time.

HR Strategy & Business Partnership (Strategic)

• Serve as the primary HR contact for designated business units, providing strategic guidance and hands-on support.
• Proactively identify and implement HR process improvements to drive efficiency and effectiveness.
• Establish and maintain a structured communication cadence with business leaders to understand workforce needs and align HR solutions accordingly.
• Guide business units on organizational design, workforce planning, and succession planning to support long-term success.
• Actively contribute to employee engagement, retention, and productivity strategies by analyzing trends and recommending solutions.

HR Operations & Employee Support (Tactical & Hands-On)

• Independently manage daily HR activities, including processing employee status changes, benefits administration, leave tracking, and compliance-related reporting.
• Manage employee relations issues, conducting investigations and providing coaching and policy guidance.
• Provide day-to-day performance management support, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian employment laws and company policies, handling documentation and compliance filings as needed.
• Own and execute HR administrative tasks, such as HRIS updates, report generation, and responding to employee inquiries.

HR Program Execution & Change Management

• Lead the local execution of company-wide HR programs, including performance management, training, benefits administration, and compliance initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to support organizational change initiatives, to include those related to mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring, ensuring clear communication and employee engagement.
• Develop and implement change management strategies to ensure smooth transitions and maintain business continuity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience in a business partner role.
• Preference for experience supporting employees in Canada.
• Preference for experience supporting organizations through mergers, acquisitions, or large-scale change initiatives.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred.
• This is an in-office position; therefore candidates must be available to work on-site.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Self-starter with a strong sense of ownership—takes initiative and executes with minimal direction.
• Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and create efficiencies.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration and communication with a remote HR team.
• Proven ability to analyze issues, assess risk, and recommend effective solutions.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and adapt to shifting business needs.
• Experience leading HR efforts through mergers, acquisitions, and business transformations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS platforms (ADP WorkforceNow preferred).
• Professional demeanor with high integrity and respect for confidentiality.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate as the employee works in an office setting, at an individual workstation, using telephone and computer.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for most of the day
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a printer/copy machine
• This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office
• The person in this position frequently communicates via telephone

Avenu Summary:

With the backing of four decades of public sector expertise and corporate capability, Avenu has successfully supported government services. Avenu was honored and recognized for four (4) consecutive years as a GovTech 100 Company representing the top 100 companies focused on making a difference in and selling to state and local government agencies across the United States.

Avenu is committed to helping communities thrive and brings a wealth of experience combined with innovation. Today, Avenu offers more administrative and financial support to government officials than any other organization. And with a responsive, client-focused approach, we foster partnerships that give our customers the certainty they need to accomplish more.

Avenu offers a competitive benefits and compensation package and are looking for team members who will thrive in our dynamic environment.

Avenu is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Selection for a position will be made without regard to race, religion, national origin, sex, political affiliation, marital status, non-disqualifying physical handicap, and age.