[Remote] HR Business Partner
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Pearson is a leading provider of online education solutions for K–12 students and is seeking an HR Business Partner to support virtual schools across the U.S. This role involves providing strategic HR guidance, building relationships with school leaders, and managing employee relations and workforce planning initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Build strong relationships with school leaders to anticipate and support HR needs
- Collaborate with HR teams to develop and implement initiatives aligned with company goals
- Analyze data to identify trends and recommend strategic improvements
- Partner with training teams to assess and deploy development programs
- Advise managers and staff on conflict resolution, communication, and performance issues
- Coordinate with legal counsel and school boards on employment-related matters
- Monitor turnover and satisfaction metrics, and implement retention strategies
- Manage performance assessment programs and disciplinary procedures
- Support leadership development through data-driven action plans
- Provide regular feedback and coaching to school leaders
- Drive succession planning and talent development initiatives
- Assist with staffing and promotion strategies during budget cycles
- Create job descriptions and manage position changes
- Participate in recruitment efforts, including interviews and candidate evaluations
- Ensure effective HR communications across teams
Skills
- 1–2 years of HR experience in the above areas
- Degree, preferably in Human Resources or related field
- Strong technical and software skills
- High emotional intelligence and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Benefits
- Annual incentive program
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