Ruder Finn, a leading independent global integrated communications agency, is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a HR generalist supporting multiple business teams across the U.S., with responsibilities spanning employee relations, culture, talent management, and more. We are looking for someone who thrives in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment and is eager to make a meaningful impact.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with business leaders on generalist activities for their groups including talent development, employee engagement, employee relations, onboarding, and HR operations
Collaborate with HR team on core human resources processes including employee relations, onboarding, benefits, employee wellness programs, learning and development, reporting, talent acquisition, diversity, equity and inclusion, and performance management
Lead and drive our Executive Trainee Summer Program including managing recruitment, program development, onboarding/offboarding and performance reviews for this highly touted program
Execute and drive culture, recognition and engagement initiatives across our NY office in-person and with our remote staff virtually
Assist in the development and roll out of internal programs, best practices, and process improvements
Develop strong relationships with both employees and company leaders to help navigate employee relations issues
Demonstrate HR expertise through thoughtful decision-making, appropriately maintaining confidentiality
Evaluate, inform, coach, and motivate employees, managers and hiring managers
Executive day-to-date responsibilities including general administration functions such preparing materials, driving new hire orientation, scheduling training classes, completing employment verification requests, benefits enrollments, assisting with system updates, as well as special tasks and projects
Help create and implement agency-wide people focused initiatives
Counsel employees and/or candidates on effective solutions to problems
Understand and display advanced judgment regarding full scope of work, stay well-informed of changes in applicable laws and policies
Fully embrace the agency’s culture and the firm’s vision, mission, and values
Qualifications
Minimum 7+ year proven track record in Human Resources, preferably within communications, public relations, or agency environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience with Workday a plus
Core understanding of the public relations industry and the role of an HR partner within the professional services industry
Experience in administering human resources policies, programs, and practices, including planning, organizing, developing, implementing, coordinating
Ability to multi-task and prioritize multiple deadlines
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong initiative, good judgment, ability to evaluate complex issues and suggest alternatives/solutions
Ability to work with individuals across all levels, including C-level, and in various situations
Discretion, understanding the sensitive nature of confidential employee information
Exceptional project, time, and people management skills
Excellent organizational skills, strong attention to detail
Strong research, analytical and communication skills
Benefits and More
Competitive base salary and annual bonus opportunity
Health, Dental, Vision, company paid Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, transit benefits, as well as 401k (match) plan.
Monthly allowance for cell phone, office equipment, etc.
Annual Wellbeing Stipend
Generous time off policy
Paid maternity/paternity leave
Workplace flexibility
The anticipated salary range for this position, at the time of posting, is $95,000 – $125,000. The salary of the applicant selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, education, internal equity, geography, relevant years of experience, certifications, skills, abilities of the selected applicant, and other job-related qualifications. In addition, a range of medical, dental, vision, disability, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and/or other benefits also are available by the company.
Ruder Finn provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Ruder Finn will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Ruder Finn believes that diversity and inclusion among our employees is critical to our success as a global company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.