Human Resources Business Advisor

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If you want to be in an environment where you can grow, feed your curiosity and make a difference, Wipfli is the place for you.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the HR Manager, the HR Business Advisor is responsible for providing day-to-day HR support for internal clients within our technology consulting practice across all Wipfli offices vitually. Additionally, they contribute to Talent and Culture initatives across the firm, collaborating with colleagues on the Talent and Culture Team and consulting with firm leaders to optimize people performance in alignment with business objectives.

Responsibilities:

Internal Consultant

• Provides HR consultation and leadership for multiple business units. Ensures delivery and alignment of Talent and Culture products and services to support achievement of firm strategies.

• Acts as a collaborator, advisor and coach to partners and associates, advising on matters related to talent management, associate relations, culture, organizational development, leadership and workforce planning.

• Provides associate relations coaching and counsel to ensure consistency of policy and practice to preserve the health of the firm/associate relationship.

• Responds to associate inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, and programs.

• Consults with leaders and partners to develop and execute change management and communication plans. Supports the delivery and implementation of change management processes aligned with business strategies.

Talent and Performance Management

• Provides advice and counsel to performance coaches and associates regarding performance related concerns, talent development, and succession planning.

• Participates in objective investigations related to workplace matters under the guidance of senior members of the field HR team.

• Facilitates Leadership Review process

Business Knowledge

• Develops a strong understanding and appreciation of the firm's organizational structure, culture and business objectives to develop and implement HR programs and processes that are aligned with the firm's values and objectives.

• Provides HR perspective and solutions to business challenges (i.e. organizational changes, acquisitions & divestitures, etc). Communicates a point of view that illustrates the Talent and Culture implications of business decisions. Identifies problems that affect business strategy and predicts potential obstacles to success.

• Plays a critical role in coaching, advising and influencing the leadership of his or her clients to deepen leadership capability and make informed business decisions to drive improved performance.

• Helps leaders identify, prioritize and build organizational capabilities, structures and processes.

Organizational Development

• Understands the needs of the Firm in terms of achieving maximum performance and efficiencies. Consults and influences market leadership on key organizational, cultural and management concerns. Understands how and when to drive intervention and critical change in the firm's processes.

• Collaborates with other members of the Talent and Culture team to develop and implement, Talent and Culture strategies, policies and practices in the areas of organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, associate relations, compensation, talent and performance management, change management, associate engagement and professional development. Ensures consistent application of these practices in their designated business units.

Special Projects

• Participates on special and cross-functional projects as needed. These projects could be business unit specific or firm-wide in nature.

Other

• Performs or coordinates the tactical duties necessary to assist or administer various aspects of the firm's compensation and benefit, talent acquisition, organization development, and associate relations programs.

• Exhibits the ability to follow standardized process templates, collaborates with more senior HR Business Advisors when unique circumstances arise

• Develops and maintains a high level of process and compliance knowledge and expertise.

Knowledge

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or similar field

• Human Resource Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) preferred

• 3+ years in human resources

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively

• Ability to work independently and assume responsibilities while recognizing when to ask for help

• Ability to navigate through ambiguity and approach opportunities in a flexible and creative manner

• Ability to balance many projects simultaneously

• Ability to work under pressure and time deadlines

• Ability to hold a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and timeliness for completion of projects

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

• Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

• Ability to analyze data and recommend solutions

Tiffany Farnsworth, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit her LinkedIn page to connect!

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identify, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at hr@wipfli.com.

Wipfli supports equal pay for equal work and values each candidate's unique experiences and skill sets. The estimated pay range for this position is: $60,000 - $91,000. Compensation within the range is determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to, location, individuals' skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications, business needs and applicable employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location. Wipfli offers flexibility for many positions to be performed remotely; please discuss your work preferences with your recruiter during the interview process

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