# Senior HR Business Partner
## About the Role
Wesley Group is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to join its Human Resources team as a trusted, hands-on partner to the Vice President of Human Resources. This role focuses on employee relations, workplace investigations, policy and handbook administration, professional development, HR operations, and company culture.
The successful candidate will be a people-focused HR professional with strong judgment, discretion, communication, and problem-solving skills. This position works closely with employees and managers to resolve workplace concerns, support performance management, strengthen professional development, and maintain consistent and compliant HR practices across the Wesley companies.
## Key Responsibilities
* Serve as a primary resource for employee relations matters, including employee questions, concerns, conflicts, and complaints.
* Conduct and document workplace investigations fairly, consistently, and confidentially.
* Partner with the VP of Human Resources and General Counsel on sensitive employee matters when needed.
* Coach managers on performance concerns, disciplinary actions, and corrective action plans.
* Support performance management processes, including reviews, development conversations, and documentation.
* Promote a positive, fair, and compliant workplace culture aligned with Wesley's values.
* Partner with managers to identify skill gaps and create learning, stretch assignment, and advancement opportunities.
* Assess training needs and source, coordinate, or facilitate development programs.
* Support onboarding, new-manager training, skills-based development, and leadership development.
* Provide leadership for Wesley's Pillars Program and support its continued success.
* Maintain and regularly update the employee handbook across Wesley companies.
* Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures.
* Monitor federal, state, and local employment law changes and update policies and practices accordingly.
* Address multi-state employment law considerations, including Tennessee and Nevada.
* Communicate policy updates and provide guidance and training to employees and managers.
* Manage the shared HR inbox and develop response templates to improve efficiency.
* Support employee engagement, recognition, and company culture initiatives.
* Help coordinate company-wide events and employee engagement activities.
* Serve as backup for benefits administration, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and other plans.
* Support benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations.
* Participate in additional HR projects and duties as assigned.
## Required Qualifications
* 7+ years of progressive human resources experience.
* Demonstrated experience in employee relations and professional development.
* Strong knowledge of employee relations practices and workplace investigation techniques.
* Knowledge of federal and state employment law, including FMLA, ADA, FLSA, and Title VII.
* Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Ability to handle sensitive conversations with empathy and professionalism.
* Strong judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
* Strong interpersonal and coaching skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
* Ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
## Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
* Current HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
* Multi-state HR experience, particularly Tennessee and Nevada.
* Experience working with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Google Workspace.
## Skills & Competencies
* Employee relations
* Workplace investigations
* HR policy administration
* Employee handbook administration
* Employment law compliance
* Performance management
* Manager coaching
* Professional development
* Learning and development
* Talent development
* HRIS data management
* ADP Workforce Now
* Benefits administration
* Employee engagement
* Conflict resolution
* Communication
* Problem-solving
* Confidentiality and discretion
* Organization and attention to detail
* Relationship building
* Adaptability
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively
## Education & Experience
Education
* Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
* HR certification such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP preferred.
Experience
* 7+ years of progressive human resources experience required.
* Demonstrated depth in employee relations and professional development required.
* Experience with ADP Workforce Now or a comparable HRIS required.
## Work Arrangement & Schedule
* Work Arrangement: Remote
* Location: Franklin, Tennessee, United States
* Employment Type: Not specified in the provided job description.
* Weekly Hours: Not specified.
* Schedule: Work-life balance is emphasized, but specific working hours are not provided.
* Weekend Requirements: Not specified.
Note: The source contains conflicting language. The job listing identifies the position as Remote, while the role description states that the Senior HR Business Partner will work onsite. The listed job location and work arrangement have been preserved as the primary source.
## Compensation & Benefits
* Compensation: Not specified in the provided job description.
* Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
* 401(k) with company match.
* Generous paid time off, accruing from day one.
* Work-life balance initiatives.
* Company-wide events and team-building activities.
* Employee recognition programs.
* Fitness center and team lounge areas.
* Food trucks and courtyard spaces.
* Professional growth and coaching opportunities.
* Diverse and inclusive workplace environment.
## Compliance / Additional Information
Wesley Group promotes a diverse and inclusive workplace and values the unique backgrounds and contributions of its team members.
