People Experience Business Partner / Contract / Remote

Our global SaaS Education client has a great foot in the door contract opportunity! This client seeks a full-time contractor People Experience Business Partner. This is a fully remote role.

The People Experience Business Partner aligns business goals with employee and leadership needs across designated units. Serving as a strategic advisor, this role supports leaders on people-related matters, champions employee experience, and drives organizational change. It proactively identifies workforce needs and collaborates with HR and business teams to deliver integrated, value-driven solutions. The role may include international responsibilities and requires strong business insight, including understanding financials, strategic plans, culture, and competitive landscape.

Contract Duration: 5-Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a business partner or strategic HR role.
• Proven experience supporting senior leaders and driving people strategies in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Experience working in global or multicultural environments is a plus.
• Knowledge & Skills

• Deep understanding of HR disciplines including talent management, organizational development, employee relations, and change management.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategies with business goals.
• Proficiency in using HRIS systems and people analytics tools to inform decisions.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices across multiple regions (if applicable).
• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Ability to build trust and strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving initiatives in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and foster a culture of inclusion and engagement.
• Mindset & Approach

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach.
• Passionate about enhancing the employee experience and organizational culture.
• Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

Daily Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with business leaders to align people strategies with organizational goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent management.

• Employee Experience & Engagement

• Champion a positive employee experience across the employee lifecycle.
• Drive initiatives that enhance engagement, inclusion, and well-being.
• Change Management

• Lead and support change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and employee adoption.
• Act as a change agent to foster a culture of agility and continuous improvement.
• Talent Development

• Partner with Learning & Development to identify growth opportunities and career pathways.
• Support leadership development and succession planning efforts.
• Performance & Culture

• Guide performance management processes to drive accountability and high performance.
• Promote a culture aligned with company values and business objectives.
• Data-Driven Insights

• Use people analytics to inform decisions and measure the impact of HR initiatives.
• Monitor key HR metrics and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Employee Relations

• Address complex employee relations issues with fairness and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with HR Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, DEI) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support global HR initiatives and ensure alignment across regions, where applicable.
• Business Acumen

• Maintain a deep understanding of the business unit’s strategy, financials, and competitive landscape.
• Translate business needs into people strategies that drive result
  
  

Posted By: Valerie Harrison