Senior Manager, Human Resources Business Partner – West Coast

Sunrise Senior Living

. Serve as a strategic advisor to Regional Field Leadership .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $124,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aligning workforce planning and talent strategy with business objectives, while ensuring compliance with federal and multi-state employment laws. Proven ability to lead cultural transformation initiatives and develop HR teams through coaching and strategic advisory roles.

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Human Resources Business Partner ExperienceWorkforce PlanningEmployee RelationsFederal Employment Laws KnowledgeConflict Resolution Skills

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Hard Skills

Workforce Optimization StrategiesOrganizational DesignData AnalysisPerformance ManagementTalent Strategy Development

Soft Skills

CoachingDecision-MakingInfluencingCommunicationAnalytical Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

SHRM-SCPSPHR

Industry Keywords

DEIB InitiativesCultural TransformationRisk MitigationMulti-Site ManagementEmployee Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a strategic advisor to Regional Field Leadership
Align people strategies with business objectives across Sunrise communities nationwide
Partner with regional leaders to align workforce planning and talent strategy with business goals
Analyze turnover, engagement and wage data to drive informed decision-making
Coach and develop community and Area HR teams
Lead regional training and performance management initiatives
Advise leaders on complex employee relations, risk mitigation and compliance matters
Support workforce transitions, including RIF planning and impact analyses
Champion DEIB and cultural transformation initiatives across communities
Implement organizational design and workforce optimization strategies
Ensure compliance with federal, state/provincial employment laws and internal policies

Requirements

What you’ll need

Located in PST
Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field required
Minimum of 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience
Prior HR Business Partner experience desired
Preferred experience in multi-site management
Demonstrated success in partnering with leaders across all levels of the organization to drive enterprise-wide talent strategy, workforce planning and cultural transformation
Exceptional organizational, analytical and decision-making abilities
Extensive knowledge of federal and multi-state/province employment laws
Track record of navigating complex employee relations and advising on high-impact organizational decisions
Strong consultative and conflict resolution skills
Ability to influence and lead through change at all organizational levels
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Experience facilitating leadership presentations, strategic planning discussions and critical stakeholder alignment
Master’s degree or advanced HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) strongly preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
Retirement Savings Plans
Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
Tuition Reimbursement
Discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses may be offered in addition to base compensation