[Remote] HRBP Manager, Education & Research

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Huron is a global consulting organization that helps clients drive growth, improve business performance, and implement transformative strategies. The HRBP Manager will serve as a strategic Human Resources Business Partner for Huron’s Education & Research consulting segment, advising leaders and driving people-related initiatives. The role focuses on organizational development, employee engagement, talent management, HR program execution, compliance, and workforce insights.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders by providing strategic advice, counsel, and consultative solutions on all people-related matters
• Analyze workforce trends and metrics in partnership with HRBP peers, operations, resource management and business leadership to identify opportunities and implement solutions that support business goals
• Drive organizational development, team effectiveness and employee engagement solutions that enhance business outcomes
• Collaborate with Enterprise Centers of Excellence (COEs) to design, implement, and evaluate HR programs and initiatives that address business needs and advance HR strategies
• Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of the Education & Research Industry and assigned business unit, including their strategic plans, operating model workforce plan, budget, and service offerings, to provide strategic recommendations and value-add solutions
• Drive execution of annual HR processes/programs including performance management, talent assessment and reviews, individual development planning, and compensation planning
• Maintain knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance requirements, partnering with the Legal, Employee Relations, and Shared Services to mitigate risk and address employee matters appropriately
• Evaluate issues, patterns and trends to provide proactive insights for HR solution and program designs (i.e. training to address certain needs)
• Partner with the HR Strategy Leader and key business leaders to proactively execute all people related issues
• Provide tactical support for day-to-day operations of the business

Skills

• * Bachelor's degree with a focus in human resources, organizational development, business, or related field
• * Self-motivated and entrepreneurial with a high level of independence; ability to connect the dots and figure out how to get things done
• * Strong business acumen, communication, and executive presence
• * Experience leading projects with support from senior leadership
• * Interpersonal and influencing skills to effectively partner and collaborate across geographies, functions, and levels with a global mindset
• * Proficient in MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• * Strong organizational and project management skills to effectively balance competing priorities while adhering to specific deadlines
• * Proficient in HRIS technology applications (Workday) that support the process/administration of talent transactions, such as training, performance evaluations, talent reviews, data analysis and reporting, etc
• * Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools (such as ChatGPT, Copilot, or similar platforms) to streamline HR workflows, analyze workforce data, and accelerate the development of policies, job architectures, and employee communications
• * Collaborative problem solver with agility, adaptability, and a results-oriented mindset
• * Experience working in a matrixed organization, large corporate setting, or professional services organization
• * Prior experience in the management consulting industry or professional services industry strongly preferred
• * Minimum of 7+ years of progressive HR experience; global experience preferred
• * Strong analytical capabilities with experience translating data into actionable insights and recommendations; data visualization experience is a plus

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement
• Eligible to participate in Huron’s annual incentive compensation program
• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Other wellness programs

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