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Capital One

Principal Associate, HR Business Partner

Richmond, VA

West Creek 2 (12072), United States of America, Richmond, Virginia

Principal Associate, HR Business Partner

Are you interested in joining a team of best-in-class HR Business Partners who enable business results, efficiencies, and solutions at scale by providing programs and solutions that unleash greatness in our associates? Here at Capital One you have the opportunity to work in an environment in which the business truly values the HR partnership. If you have a passion for shaping the overall people approach for the business and want to be part of a winning team, then look no further! We work in a business-casual, collaborative environment where one's contributions are recognized, successes are elevated and effort is rewarded. Capital One provides a fast paced, dynamic environment where you can excel in your career while still maintaining a work life balance that others will desire. We nurture a work environment where people with a variety of thoughts, ideas and backgrounds, guided by our shared Values, come together to make Capital One a great company - and one of the best companies to work for.

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This Principal Associate position plays a critical role in supporting our Cafe people leaders through their people processes, problems, strategies and talent management systems. Capital One is continuing to expand our retail presence by adding locations that extend our successful Café model found in major cities throughout the country. Our Capital One Café is a welcoming environment where customers can try out our digital and financial tools, grab a great cup of coffee and get to know our Ambassadors (and each other). It's a place where they can recharge their mobile devices, plug into some free WiFi and learn new ways to save time and money. In addition to supporting the Cafe leadership team this HRBP will be a key member of our Channels & Operations HR team and get the opportunity to impact our front-line Cafe associates, enabling them to more easily and more consistently serve our customers. They will work directly with the business as they navigate the team and associate performance and talent challenges while also working closely with their HR Business Partner leads to both learn and provide valuable insight and guidance on where we might create efficiencies and achieve a better, more consistent experience as we serve our frontline population.

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Provides HR services to enable real-time business support, increasing the overall business efficiency and HR operations.
  • Deliver operational excellence of HR programs and acceptance of core HR processes (i.e., Associate Satisfaction, Performance Management, Staffing, Leadership Development and Change Management) across Cafés
  • Utilizes HR metrics and measures to help the organization understand and action on human capital trends and areas of risk - telling the story of the associate experience with HR data.
  • Directly support clients to ensure that they are effective in making people decisions and refining their people management skills. (e.g. managing, coaching and developing associates; setting objectives; performance reviews; talent development and experiential learning).
  • Assist with advanced and/or escalated Associate Relations disciplinary or performance management matters.
  • Collaborate with HR partner groups on the design of key HR programs: provide feedback, input, and change management considerations to ensure that end products are relevant, applicable and achieve desired end results
  • Participate in national and regional business initiatives/projects, lending expertise on people related matters especially Talent Management and organizational design
  • Travel 25%

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree or military experience
  • At least 2 years of client facing experience or consulting experience or a combination of both
  • At least 2 years of experience in Human Resources

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1+ years of experience supporting frontline, non-exempt partner populations
  • Professional Human Resources Certification

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at the Capital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.

No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, citizenship, immigration status, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).

Client-provided location(s): Richmond, VA, USA; McLean, VA, USA
Job ID: capital-R185755
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Founder led

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