Sr. HR Business Partner

Jump start your career at Equity Bank! We are currently hiring energetic, team oriented, and community focused individuals to join our team! With a team of best-in-class customer service experts, you'll help to build and expand on client relationships, deliver the banking products and services that meet the unique and individual needs of clients, and create and uphold an atmosphere of superior experience and service. At Equity Bank we'll help you invest in your community through volunteer opportunities which align with our company initiatives and core values.

Position Opening: Sr. HR Business Partner

Department: Human Resources

Location: Wichita, Kansas

Salary: Full-Time, Salaried with benefits

Summary: The Sr. HR Business Partner (HRBP) will act as a trusted advisor and partner to leaders and business units, driving HR initiatives that align with the bank's strategic goals. This role involves providing expert guidance in areas such as employee relations, performance management, talent management, and organizational development.

Responsibilities and Expectations

Business Partnership:

Collaborate with leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives. Provide insights and recommendations on HR matters to enhance organizational performance and employee engagement.

Talent Acquisition:

Assist in the recruitment process, including job postings, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews for key positions within assigned market. Support talent management activities such as onboarding, career development, and succession planning.

Employee Relations:

Manage complex employee relations issues, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and bank policies. Act as a mediator in conflict resolution, fostering a positive and productive work environment. Serve as a Lead Employee Relations Expert, mentoring the HR Business Partners through complex employee relations issues. Work collaboratively with the Benefits Manager in addressing FMLA, ADA and workers compensation matters.

Performance Management:

Oversee the performance management process, including goal setting, performance evaluations, and development plans. Provide coaching and support to managers on performance-related issues.

HR Metrics and Reporting:

Analyze HR metrics and trends to inform strategic decision-making. Prepare HR Scorecard and other HR reports for senior leadership, as directed by the HR Director. Assist in the delivery of Management Essentials to all leaders.

HR Compliance:

Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations. Assist with the development, implementation, and communication of HR policies and procedures.

HR Projects and Initiatives:

Lead and/or participate in HR projects and initiatives, as directed by the HR Director, aimed at improving HR processes and practices.

Acquisitions/Mergers: Serve as the HR resource to the employees of the bank we are acquiring, as assigned by the HR Director.

Required Skills & Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience in a HRBP or similar role.

• SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or PHR/SPHR certification is highly desirable.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office to include Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Adobe and Outlook, and HRIS systems.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills and professional demeanor.

• Ability to influence and build strong relationships with leaders and employees at all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Employee is responsible for understanding and following the applicable laws and regulations for their job responsibilities including but not limited to Equity Bank Business Ethic and Conduct policy, Bank Secrecy Act, Information security, and Suspicious Activity reporting requirements.

• Travel is required up to 20%.

Who we are

Equity Bank, a full-service, $5 billion community bank, is based in Wichita, Kansas, with 70 bank offices throughout Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, and Oklahoma.

At Equity Bank, you can find exciting opportunities to challenge you, expand your skills, and reward your contributions. Our employees receive competitive compensation and benefits, while working in an atmosphere that encourages personal and professional growth. We're searching for motivated individuals who are passionate about serving others, learning new technologies, and working as part of a team.

Equity Bank offers a full range of financial solutions, including online and mobile banking, commercial loans, consumer banking, and mortgage loans, treasury management service, the best solutions for your business, and absolutely zero ATM fees, anywhere.

What's in it for you?

We believe your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation package. We work year-round to ensure that we provide our employees with the most up-to-date, competitive program. We thoroughly evaluate our benefit plans and strive to provide quality benefits that support the physical and financial well-being of our employees and their families.

Benefits Available:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• Group Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

• Group Cancer Insurance

• 401(K) Retirement Plan w/ Company Match

• Generous Vacation & Sick Time

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

• Pet Insurance

• Retail Banking Benefits

Find your future at Equity Bank!

The above statements are intended to generally describe the nature and level of work to be performed by most people assigned to this job. It is not intended as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Requirements

This position requires standing, walking, bending, and squatting on a regular basis. May require the ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or reach with hands and arms. Requires the ability to carry, lift, move or push up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis. Must be able to talk and listen to others.

Work Environment

This position regularly works in an office setting. Most of the job duties require the employee to be working with computers and electronic media on a regular basis.

Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer and will not make employment decisions based on an applicant's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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