REGIONAL HR BUSINESS PARTNER Position Summary As a strategic advisor, culture champion, and change agent, the Regional HR Business Partner (RHRBP) plays a critical role in aligning people strategies with business objectives across a multi-site portfolio. This dynamic role supports and empowers regional leaders by driving organizational effectiveness, fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace, and promoting a high-performance culture. The RHRBP provides targeted leadership coaching, manages complex employee relations, and ensures compliance through sound judgment and HR expertise. With a strong focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), cross-functional collaboration, and data-informed decision-making, this role helps shape a workplace where employees thrive and business goals are achieved. Essential Duties Employee Relations Serves as a resource to field team members regarding human resource policies and procedures. Coach and counsel employees through all stages of the employee life cycle. Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues through effective, thorough and objective investigations ensuring documentation is complete. Provides thoughtful recommendations to the business following the investigation. Provides guidance regarding unemployment hearings as necessary. Workforce Management: Leads performance management initiatives and provides guidance to managers in areas such as workforce planning, performance reviews, coaching, counseling, career development and succession planning. Coach and consult with managers on matters involving employee performance management to develop leadership competency in these areas. Facilitate compensation reviews based on management request. Leave Management: Partner with Leave Specialist to navigate complex leave situations to ensure compliance and facilitate a seamless end to end employee experience. Identify and navigate risk in the areas of Workers Compensation and Leave Administration through knowledge of applicable leave laws. Navigate ADA accommodations and workplace restrictions by partnering with key stakeholders. Training and Compliance: Through trending analysis, identify training needs associated with applicable employment laws and workforce management initiatives. Partner with key training stakeholders to build programs to address needs identified within the designated region. Attend relevant monthly and/or quarterly regional meetings to deliver pertinent HR updates within each region as identified by Regional Manager or AVP. Coordinate and ensure regulatory compliance in accordance with relevant employment law, including posting required notifications and generating applicable documentation. Additional Duties: Tasks or duties not outlined in this job description may be required to contribute to the organization's success and efficiency. core Competencies To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate the following competencies at the indicated proficiency level. Competency Level Definition Accountability Proficient Actively takes ownership of work and decisions, demonstrating reliability and a commitment to achieving team and organizational goals, while readily admitting mistakes and taking corrective action. Adaptability & Flexibility Proficient Navigates and thrives in changing environments, effectively managing multiple priorities and adapting strategies as needed. Coaching and Developing Others Proficient Create personalized development plans and mentor team members on specific skills to strengthen individual and team performance. Facilitate learning experiences and actively support progress to promote continuous growth and capability building. Collaboration Proficient Demonstrates effective collaboration by fostering open communication and adapting work style to support team success. Actively contributes to problem-solving, facilitates positive team dynamics, and takes initiative to resolve conflicts and promote a cooperative environment. Emotional Intelligence Proficient Adapt communication and behavior to meet the emotional needs of diverse individuals and situations. Maintain consistent control over emotional reactions in challenging circumstances while fostering positive relationships through empathy and flexibility. Results Orientation & Execution Proficient Manage tasks independently, prioritize effectively, and adapt to changing circumstances to maintain progress. Contribute ideas to improve processes and use resources efficiently to achieve challenging goals. Strategic Mindset Proficient Contribute ideas to strategic planning and identify opportunities and risks within your area of responsibility. Make decisions that reflect long-term objectives and actively participate in initiatives with strategic implications. Qualifications Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field; equivalent experience to PHR/ SPHR certification accepted. Minimum 7 years of progressive HR experience, including 3 years in a strategic HRBP or regional role. Retail or multi-site HR experience preferred. Proven ability to partner with senior leadership in a multi-site environment. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid driver's license as frequent travel within assigned region may be required. PHR/ SPHR certification preferred. Work Environment: Primary work environment: Office & Remote. Noise level: Quiet to moderate. Work schedule: Monday-Friday.