HR People/Business Partner

HR People/Business Partner

A career that makes a difference!

RKD Group, a direct response marketing and advertising agency, is seeking an HR People/Business Partner to work under the remote supervision of the HR Director.

The HR People/Business Partner (HRPBP) plays a key role in aligning business objectives with employees and management across designated business units, with a strong emphasis on resource and talent management. This role partners closely with leadership in Business Applications, Creative, Data & Analytics Reporting, Data Management, Data Software Development, Data Solutions, Digital, Digital/Media Operations, Digital/Media Strategy, Direct Mail Production, Direct Mail Strategy, Informational Technology, List Strategy, and Production/List to drive workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee development, and overall resource optimization.

The HRPBP formulates strategic partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added services that enhance workforce efficiency and engagement. A deep understanding of business operations, technology, data-driven decision-making, and industry competition is crucial to supporting the growth and success of these departments.

Requirements:

• Partners with leaders in Business Applications, Data & Analytics, Digital, IT, Direct Mail, and Creative teams to assess workforce needs, develop talent strategies, and support evolving business objectives.
• Implement HR initiatives that support technology-driven departments, with a focus on workforce planning, retention, and employee engagement.
• Analyze HR metrics to support talent management initiatives, including succession planning, upskilling, career development, and workforce optimization across digital, data, and production teams.
• Design and facilitate training programs tailored to technical and creative teams to enhance employee skills, support digital transformation, and ensure smooth adoption of changes.
• Coach managers and department leaders to optimize team performance, navigate change, and foster a culture of innovation in data, IT, and creative sectors.
• Evaluate training effectiveness, monitor employee development outcomes, and implement change-management strategies specific to data-driven and digital environments.
• Support HR programs focused on equity in compensation, role standardization, and career progression for employees across technical and creative fields.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment laws, and best practices while adapting HR solutions to fit the unique needs of digital, IT, and production teams.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support organizational objectives and HR functions.

Experience required:

• 3-5 years of experience in human resources, preferably supporting technology, data, digital, IT, or creative teams.
• Knowledge of workforce planning, compensation structures, performance management, and employee engagement strategies tailored to technical roles.

Experience preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) is a plus.
• Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making and workforce optimization.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build strong partnerships with leaders in digital, data, IT, and creative teams.
• Proven experience in talent management, leadership development, and retention strategies for fast-evolving industries.
• Ability to interpret and apply HR policies and employment laws while adapting best practices to technical and creative business functions.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with a proactive approach to organizational challenges in digital, IT, and production environments.
• Proficiency in HR analytics tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Location: Remote, preferably CST zone.

Pay Range expected for the position: $80,000-$90,000 annually.

(The position level and compensation for this role will be determined based on the market location, experience, job skills, and qualifications of the candidate)

RKD Group offers highly competitive compensation commensurate with experience and a full range of benefits.

RKD Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

No sponsorships are available for this position.

RKD Group offers highly competitive compensation commensurate with experience and a full range of benefits.

RKD Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.