Job Title Director, HR Business Partner (HRBP)

Job Description

For more than 80 years, Kaplan has been a trailblazer in education and professional advancement. We are a global company at the intersection of education and technology, focused on collaboration, innovation, and creativity to deliver a best-in-class educational experience and make Kaplan a great place to work. The future of education is here and we are eager to work alongside those who want to make a positive impact and inspire change in the world around them. The HRBP (Director) will be responsible for providing HR partnership/support to the assigned functional team. This will include handling employee relations issues, managing succession planning, and talent assessments as well as ensuring that Kaplan provides a great employee experience. Primary Qualifications: Provide employee relations counseling and guidance on policies and procedures to all employees and leaders. Conducts employee relations investigations and successfully closes them out in a timely manner. Support Functional Leaders with Talent Assessment processes to include implementing development action plans and succession planning Manage succession planning and provide recommendations to managers and employees to assist in maximizing employee development. Mentors and coaches individuals on organizational and developmental issues. Drive Employment Engagement by assisting leaders with understanding survey data and creating and implementing effective employee engagement action plans Provides resources directly to business leaders by assessing departmental needs/organizational planning and development, evaluating departmental structure, job design, and workforce forecasting. Responsible for the establishment of performance management practices and supports leaders in follows through with action plans as needed. Participates in and facilitates the development and implementation of in-house training programs that address the company's changing needs in collaboration with the Learning and Development team. Liaisons with the recruitment department for all recruitment needs for assigned functional groups, partners to support hiring and diversity initiatives. Partners with the HR Operations team on implementing projects, programs, and policies.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor' s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field 10+ Years of experience in Human Resources Expert knowledge of human resource policies, programs, practices Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations Highly effective verbal and written communication skills. Requires excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills with employees and management. Ability to work and lead multiple projects with proactive follow-through and tenacity. Strong organization skills. Ability to offer sound judgment when providing advice and counsel to employees. Proven ability to effectively communicate and interact persuasively with leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

PHR/SPHR Working knowledge of Workday Beyond base salary, our comprehensive total rewards package includes: - Remote work provides a flexible work/life balance - Comprehensive Retirement Package automatically enrolled in The Company Contribution Plan (8-10% annual company contribution based on tenure) - Our Gift of Knowledge Program provides tuition assistance and substantial discounts for our employees and close family members - Comprehensive health benefits new hire eligibility starts on day 1 of employment - Generous Paid Time Off includes paid holidays, vacation, personal, sick paid time-off, plus one (1) volunteer day and one (1) diversity and inclusion day to participate and give back to our local communities We are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment where every employee can thrive. You can learn more about our full benefits package and total rewards philosophy here. At Kaplan, we believe in attracting, rewarding, and retaining exceptional talent. Our compensation philosophy is designed to be competitive within the market, reflecting the value we place on the skills, experience, and contributions of our employees, while taking into account labor market trends and total rewards. For full-time positions, Kaplan has three Salary Grades. This position is Salary Grade B: $64,819 to $162,047. The specific compensation offered will be determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, and market data. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal and state wage laws. #LI-Remote Location Remote/Nationwide, USA Additional Locations Employee Type Employee Job Functional Area HRBP/Employee Relations Business Unit 00091 Kaplan Higher ED Diversity & Inclusion Statement: Kaplan is committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that values diversity, promotes equity, and integrates inclusivity into all aspects of our operations. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, nationality, or sex. We believe that diversity strengthens our organization, fuels innovation, and improves our ability to serve our students, customers, and communities. Learn more about our culture here. Kaplan considers qualified applicants for employment even if applicants have an arrest or conviction in their background check records. Kaplan complies with related background check regulations, including but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. There are various positions where certain convictions may disqualify applicants, such as those positions requiring interaction with minors, financial records, or other sensitive and/or confidential information. Kaplan is a drug-free workplace and complies with applicable laws.