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Sr HR Business Partner I

Yesterday Birmingham, AL

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the research experience of our end-users. Headquartered in Ipswich, MA, EBSCO employs more than 2,700 people worldwide, with most embracing hybrid or remote work models. As an AI-enabled service leader, we thrive on innovation, forward-thinking strategies, and the dedication of our exceptional team. At EBSCO, we're driven to inspire, empower and support research. Our mission is to transform lives by providing reliable and relevant information - when, where and how people need it. We're seeking dynamic, creative individuals whose diverse perspectives will help us achieve this global, inclusive mission. Join us to help make an impact.

Your Opportunity

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor and consultant to business partners, communicating HR initiatives that support organizational goals. This role is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business objectives, fostering a high-performance culture, and ensuring compliance with employment laws and company policies.

This is a hybrid position. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of either our Ipswich, MA or Birmingham, AL locations.

What You'll Do

• Strategic Partnership
Collaborate with business partners to develop and implement HR strategies that support business objectives and drive organizational effectiveness.
• Talent Management
Consult on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development initiatives. Partner with leaders to identify talent gaps and implement solutions.
• Employee Relations

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Provide guidance on complex employee relations issues, ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and practices.
• Organizational Development
Support management initiatives, organizational design, and team effectiveness strategies.
• Performance Management
Drive performance management processes, coach leaders on feedback and development conversations, and ensure alignment with company objectives.
• Compensation
Partner with Compensation to ensure competitive and equitable compensation.
• Workplace Inclusion
Champion inclusion initiatives and foster an inclusive workplace culture.
• Compliance & Risk Management
Ensure HR practices comply with federal, state, and local laws.

Your team

You will be working with a highly collaborative team with diverse skill sets.

About You

• 5-7 years of progressive experience in a Sr. Human Resources Business Partner role, with demonstrated knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Minimum of 4 years of direct experience in employee relations, including handling investigations, conflict resolution, and advising on discipline/corrective actions across all levels of the organization.
• Strong understanding of employment laws and regulations (e.g., FMLA, ADA).
• Ability to influence and coach on strategic initiatives.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and meet communicated deadlines.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Pay Range

USD $71,935.00 - USD $102,765.00 /Yr.

The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location.

EBSCO provides a generous benefits program including:

-Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance and Flexible spending accounts
-Retirement Savings Plan
-Paid Parental Leave
-Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
-Mentoring program
And much more! Check it out here: https://www.ebsco.com/about/benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, sex, pregnancy status, age, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.

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Client-provided location(s): Birmingham, AL
Job ID: EBSCO-2025-1823
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2025-08-20T19:12:49

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Holiday Events
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K)
    • Professional Development

      • Internship Program
      • Mentor Program
    • Diversity and Inclusion