HR Business Partner

Slide

. Advise leaders across Slide on goals, challenges, team dynamics, and people-related needs .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeWestport • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $125,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive HR expertise with a focus on employee relations, performance management, and organizational design. Proven ability to analyze data and provide actionable insights while maintaining compliance with employment laws.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Employee Relations ManagementPerformance ManagementOrganizational DesignFederal And State Employment LawHR Business Partner Experience

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Hard Skills

Performance Improvement PlansWorkforce PlanningData AnalysisInvestigationsTerminationsPolicy DevelopmentCompensation AdjustmentsLeveling FrameworkTurnover AnalysisEngagement Metrics

Soft Skills

Empathetic CommunicationJudgment And Decision-MakingInfluencing Without AuthorityTeam BuildingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

HRISRipplingATSAshby

Certifications & Qualifications

PHRSPHRSHRM-CPSHRM-SCP

Industry Keywords

High-Growth TechStartup ExperienceEmployee EngagementCompliancePerformance Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise leaders across Slide on goals, challenges, team dynamics, and people-related needs
Own employee relations issues from intake and investigation through documentation and recommended outcomes
Partner with legal counsel on high-risk employee relations matters
Manage performance cases, including expectations, performance improvement plans, and separation decisions
Advise on organizational design, team structure, role clarity, and headcount planning
Run year-end reviews and calibration for client groups
Advise on promotions, compensation adjustments, and leveling using Slide’s leveling framework
Coach people managers, especially first-time managers, on feedback, accountability, and team building
Analyze turnover, engagement, and performance data to identify issues and recommend action
Guide leaders and employees through reorganizations, new processes, and policy rollouts
Maintain compliance with employment laws and internal policies
Help improve policies and programs as the company grows
Contribute to recruiting, performance processes, and learning and development initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of progressive HR experience
At least 3 years as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist advising managers and leaders directly
High-growth tech or startup experience is a plus
Proven experience managing employee relations and performance management cases end to end, including investigations and terminations
Experience advising leaders on org design, team structure, and workforce planning
Strong working knowledge of federal and state employment law
Excellent judgment and ability to make sound decisions in ambiguous, high-stakes situations
Ability to build credibility quickly and influence leaders without relying on authority
Clear, direct, and empathetic communication skills with discretion in sensitive conversations
Comfortable in a fast-paced, lean environment and able to wear multiple hats
Data-informed ability to turn People metrics into clear insights and recommendations
Experience with an HRIS such as Rippling or ATS such as Ashby is a plus
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification is a plus
Hybrid work from the Westport, CT office
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Must answer whether employer sponsorship for a U.S. employment visa may be required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
Generous paid time off and holiday schedule
401(k) retirement plan
Opportunities for training and professional growth
Dynamic and creative work environment with likeminded individuals