HR Business Partner

Premera Blue Cross

. Build consultative relationships with assigned operational divisions and understand their business, workforce, and people priorities .

Posted 9/25/2026full-timeMountlake Terrace • Washington • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $92,400 - $157,100 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build consultative relationships with assigned operational divisions and understand their business, workforce, and people priorities
Advise and coach leaders on performance management, organizational design, employee engagement, talent planning, change management, and HR policies and practices
Partner with leaders, senior HR Business Partners, and Human Capital partners to assess needs and develop practical people strategies
Support leaders and employees with workplace concerns, HR program questions, policy interpretation, performance matters, conduct concerns, time and attendance issues, and employee-relations needs
Coach leaders through difficult conversations and partner with Employee Relations and subject matter experts
Maintain knowledge of employment laws and legal requirements, identify potential risks, and promote consistent application of policies and practices
Use data, trends, and business context to inform recommendations and influence people-related decisions
Help leaders prioritize work and establish processes or controls that improve team effectiveness and capacity
Provide input on HR programs, initiatives, and policies, and identify improvement opportunities through technology, automation, and AI-enabled solutions
Build credibility and trust by listening, seeking context, demonstrating curiosity, and adapting support to business needs
Partner across Human Capital and the broader organization to connect leaders with resources, expertise, and solutions
Communicate clearly and effectively with employees and leaders at multiple organizational levels

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Five years of progressively responsible experience providing support with HR practices, policies, and employment regulations
Experience building consultative relationships with leaders
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills, active listening, clear thinking, and sound judgment
Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and develop practical recommendations
Experience using AI or automation tools or demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn and experiment with emerging technology
Preferred: Previous experience as an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner in an HR business partner model
Preferred: Experience supporting a call-center, retail, production, or other large-scale operational workforce
Preferred: Experience coaching frontline leaders and leaders developing management capabilities
Preferred: HR certification or additional education, such as PHR or SPHR

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, vision, and dental coverage with low employee premiums
Voluntary benefit offerings, including pet insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement programs, including a 401K employer match and a pension plan vested after 3 years of service
Wellness incentives and mental well-being resources, including counseling, stress management, and mindfulness programs
Generous paid time off
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
Employee recognition program
Hybrid on-campus flexibility with access to on-site resources, networking opportunities, and team engagement
Commuter perks
Free convenient on-site parking
Subsidized on-campus cafes
On-site health and wellness events, coffee connects, disaster preparedness fairs, and other activities
Fitness and well-being center with in-person and virtual workouts and nutritional counseling
On-campus recreation, including shuffleboard and ping pong