Senior Labor Relations Business Partner

Banner Health

. Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and HR teams across the organization .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in employee relations, workforce engagement, and talent management strategies, with a strong focus on data-driven decision-making and organizational effectiveness. Proven ability to lead training initiatives and develop innovative solutions to enhance employee relations and retention.

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Employee Relations StrategiesWorkforce EngagementTalent ManagementLabor Relations ExperienceSPHR Certification

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Hard Skills

Human Resources ManagementData AnalysisTraining DevelopmentPerformance MeasurementOrganizational AssessmentWorkforce Strategy PlanningConflict ManagementBudgetingLabor Law KnowledgeEmployee Engagement Metrics

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailInterpersonal SkillsLeadership Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)Master's Degree

Industry Keywords

National Labor Relations ActWorkplace ConcernsHigh-Performing TeamsDiverse StakeholdersHealth Care BusinessCollective Bargaining TrendsMulti-Site OrganizationHR Organizational PracticesEmployee RetentionWorkforce Engagement Strategies

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders and HR teams across the organization
Provide expert guidance under the National Labor Relations Act and on employee relations
Lead training and development initiatives
Investigate and resolve workplace concerns
Drive action plans that create positive employee relations
Support workforce strategy, workforce engagement, culture development and talent management strategies
Leverage metrics, data and analytics to improve leadership effectiveness, employee engagement and overall performance
Ensure local/system engagement and effectiveness strategies are communicated consistently
Advise business leaders on workforce and environment issues affecting engagement, retention and business performance
Plan, develop and implement workforce engagement and labor relations strategies and tactics
Partner with leaders and field HR partners to develop innovative strategies supporting engagement, leadership effectiveness and retention
Collect, analyze, interpret and prepare labor activity, vulnerability, assessment and survey data
Monitor external labor trends and threats and translate findings into actionable strategies
Build high-performing teams and strong business relationships
Collaborate on the design, communication and implementation of HR programs
Assess organizational talent
Design and deliver engagement, leader effectiveness and labor relations training and development with HR/legal partners
Establish performance measures, assess and evaluate operations, and support efficient delivery of clinical and non-clinical services
Track changes in labor laws and collective bargaining trends
Promote system consistency while addressing unique business issues for assigned groups
Coordinate services with administrators, internal legal counsel, executives and other staff
Maintain ongoing contact with leaders, staff, division and department heads, medical staff, regulatory agencies and community partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor Degree in Business, Human Resources Management or related discipline
Minimum of three years of progressively responsible human resources management experience
Extensive knowledge and background in positive employee/labor relations strategies, workforce engagement, talent optimization, retention and coaching
Operating knowledge of planning, developing, training, budgeting and organizing programs and services
Extensive experience in a large, complex, highly-matrixed, multi-site organization staffed by professionals in multiple disciplines
Proven experience in leading best-in-class HR organizational practices
Experience in organizational settings comprised of diverse missions and economic drivers
Knowledge and thorough understanding of rules and regulations governing employment law and the health care business
Skilled in leading a best-in-class HR organization and practices
Ability to effectively handle multiple conflicting assignments, demands, and priorities with great attention to detail
Excellent human relations, organizational and communication skills
Conflict management skills
Understanding of business strategy and overall organizational vision
Strong business acumen and knowledge of current and future policies, practices, trends, technology, and information affecting the organization
Ability to work with diverse stakeholders and multiple disciplines
Labor Relations experience preferred
Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification preferred
Master's Degree preferred
Additional related education and/or experience preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Day shift
Opportunity to work within Banner Health Corporate, a nationally-recognized healthcare leader
Stimulating and rewarding career opportunities
Drug-free work environment