Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Mazda North American Operations

. Serve as a strategic HR business partner and trusted advisor to assigned business units .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $108,900 - $166,125 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in strategic HR business partnership, providing innovative solutions for complex operational challenges while ensuring compliance with California employment law. Capable of leading organizational design, talent management, and performance management initiatives to align HR strategies with business objectives.

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Strategic HR Business PartneringCalifornia Employment Law ExpertiseTalent Management and DevelopmentPerformance ManagementHR Data Analysis

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Hard Skills

Human Resources ManagementWorkforce PlanningCompensation and BenefitsPerformance ManagementOrganizational DesignChange ManagementEmployee RelationsConflict ResolutionHR Data AnalysisSuccession Planning

Soft Skills

Consultative SkillsRelationship-BuildingNegotiation SkillsCoaching SkillsAnalytical Problem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeApplicant Tracking SystemsHRISWorkday

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-CPSHRM-SCPPHRSPHR

Industry Keywords

HR StrategyEmployee RelationsTalent AcquisitionOrganizational ChangeCompliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic HR business partner and trusted advisor to assigned business units
Advise leaders on employee relations, talent management, workforce planning, compensation, benefits, performance management, and talent development
Provide proactive insight and recommend people strategies aligned with business objectives
Gather and analyze HR data to develop and implement resolution plans
Advise on complex and ambiguous people-related challenges
Represent client group interests within the HR function and help shape HR strategy
Lead development and succession planning
Lead workforce structure changes, including job descriptions, risk assessment, change management, and communications
Partner with Talent Acquisition on recruitment and onboarding
Develop and advocate for base pay recommendations
Lead organizational design and capability building
Guide leaders and teams through structural and cultural change
Support performance management, coaching, training, development, and disciplinary actions
Advise on complex employee relations issues, coaching, and conflict resolution
Lead internal investigations and document findings and resolutions
Lead employee separation activities
Coach senior leaders on leadership effectiveness, organizational dynamics, team performance, and complex people decisions
Interpret HR policy and support compliance
Support implementation and adoption of HR programs, policies, and change initiatives
Partner with HR functional teams on integrated enterprise solutions
Lead cross-functional HR projects and initiatives
Serve as an HR subject matter expert
Maintain headcount reporting and organizational charts
Manage HR activities including transfers, job changes, and ad hoc reporting
Ensure accurate HR administration, data integrity, and policy compliance
Mentor and coach less experienced HRBPs
Comply with company policies and standards and perform other assigned duties

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years progressive experience in human resources roles required
5+ years experience in an HR Business Partner or related role directly supporting senior leadership, with demonstrated ability to operate independently, required
2+ years experience providing strategic HR recommendations and innovative solutions for complex business and operational challenges with minimal oversight, required
Direct work experience supporting California-based operations with strong comprehension of California employment law
Bachelor Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Human Resources Management preferred
SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred upon hire
Deep cross-functional knowledge across HR functional areas, including compensation, benefits, workforce planning, talent development, and performance management
Working knowledge of employment law and regulations, with ability to interpret and apply employment law to complex, ambiguous, or high-risk situations
Advanced knowledge of HR principles and practices, with ability to exercise sound, independent judgment
Ability to drive human resources strategies and programs from concept to execution
Consultative and relationship-building skills
Strong interpersonal, collaboration, influence, negotiation, conflict resolution, and coaching skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong business acumen
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously
Outstanding verbal, listening, and written communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Proficient with applicant tracking systems and HRIS; Workday experience preferred
Must adhere to high professionalism and strict confidentiality
20% domestic driving/travel is essential

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive benefits package (details provided via employer benefits link)