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HR Business Partner

Company:
Harvard University
Job Location:
Cambridge, 02138
Category:
Human Resources
Type:
Full-Time
Harvard Law School

67514BR

Position Description

As part of the Human Resources team at Harvard Law School (HLS), the HR Business Partner (HRBP) is responsible for providing responsive, strategic, transparent human resources consulting services to business leaders in the areas of employee relations, organizational design and development, change management, performance management, compensation, training and development strategies, diversity initiatives, and efforts related to improving the work environment.

As an HR Business Partner, you will:

  • Contribute to business strategy by advising leaders to identify, prioritize, and build organizational and workforce capabilities
  • Establish and cultivate partnerships with assigned departments to enable proactive planning and collaboration on operational and strategic initiatives
  • Provide guidance on business unit restructures, workforce planning, and succession planning
  • Guide and support leaders in resolution of employee relations concerns, performance management, team development, and retention
  • Advise and counsel on best practices and approaches, presenting options for achieving desired results
  • Actively partner with managers, staff, and bargaining unit representatives to strategically address workplace challenges, deliver tangible value, and identify opportunities for improvement
  • Share responsibility for our commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)
Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
  • Minimum of 7 years' relevant HR experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people with:

  • Master's degree in relevant field and/or professional HR certification is desirable
  • Progressive experience with an emphasis on business partnership, client services, and HR generalist roles
  • Solid financial/business acumen with advanced knowledge of employment law and HR policies and practices
  • The ability to operationalize business strategy through effective management of people, programs, and activities
  • The ability to build and cultivate relationships and work collaboratively in a multi discipline and multi stakeholder environment
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a focus on productive outcomes, client service excellence, and EDIB
Additional Information
We regret that Harvard Law School is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

All offers to be made by HLS Human Resources.

Work Format Details
This is an in-person/on-campus position based in Cambridge, MA, with possible flexible work options.

About Us
Be a part of excellence and leadership in legal education and scholarship at Harvard Law School. We are a community of talented people from diverse backgrounds, lived experiences, and perspectives, dedicated to advancing the cause of justice all over the world. We value our differences and our diversity as a source of strength. We are committed to developing and inspiring our students and our workforce. Whoever you are, whatever you do, however you do it, Harvard Law School is a place where you can thrive.

Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website (https://hr.harvard.edu/totalrewards) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
  • Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
  • Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
  • Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
  • Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
  • Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
  • Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
  • Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
  • Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
  • Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
Job Function
Human Resources

Department Office Location
USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code
H0458P HR Generalist IV

Work Format
Hybrid (partially on-site, partially remote)

Sub-Unit
*

Salary Grade
058

Department
Human Resources

Union
00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status
Full-time

Pre-Employment Screening
Criminal, Education, Identity

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Harvard University views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving inclusive excellence and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the widest possible pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values.

EEO Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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