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OpenGov Inc. · 1 day ago

Lead HR Business Partner

Illinois, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$125K/yr - $150K/yr

7+ years exp

OpenGov Inc. is the leader in AI and ERP solutions for local and state governments in the U.S. The Lead HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a strategic role that partners with senior leaders to drive people strategies, enhance employee engagement, and foster a high-performance culture. This role requires a blend of business acumen and HR expertise to influence organizational design and talent strategies.

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Responsibilities

Act as a primary HR advisor to senior leaders, using advanced expertise to provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, talent strategies, and organizational design

Tackle complex business challenges by evaluating variable factors, adapting and refining processes, and proposing creative solutions

Develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals to enhance long-term organizational effectiveness

Collaborate with senior leaders and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) to influence the design and execution of scalable programs, ensuring integration with broader business initiatives

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to influence key decisions and ensure alignment with company-wide goals

Act as a change agent, leading change management efforts through clear communication, stakeholder engagement, and effective cross-functional collaboration

Lead company-wide initiatives to promote employee satisfaction, engagement, and a culture of inclusion and innovation

Act as a key advisor to leadership on complex employee relations matters, navigating ambiguity and balancing legal, ethical, and business considerations

Partner and implement retention programs and career development initiatives tailored to address workforce needs

Lead performance management processes, ensuring alignment of goal-setting, feedback, and rewards with business objectives

Collaborate closely with managers and the HR COEs team to deliver high-impact people programs, including compensation, benefits, organizational development, performance management, and talent development

Develop leadership capabilities by coaching managers and aligning their practices with organizational priorities

Partner with Learning & Development to design and implement targeted training programs that address skill gaps and build future-ready talent

Lead succession planning efforts to ensure organizational readiness for key leadership transitions

Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and deliver actionable insights to leadership

Use data to inform and improve HR processes, programs, and organizational strategies

Influence decision-making by tailoring communication strategies to diverse audiences, including executives, managers, and external partners, ensuring clarity, alignment, and engagement

Foster trust and credibility through proactive, transparent communication and reliable follow-through on high-stakes, often time-sensitive issues

Qualification

HR Business PartneringOrganizational DesignTalent ManagementChange ManagementHR AnalyticsEmployee RelationsLeadership DevelopmentPerformance ManagementInfluencing SkillsSaaS ExperienceHR CertificationCommunicationRelationship BuildingProblem-Solving Skills