Kestra Financial · 9 hours ago
HR Business Partner
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expKestra Financial is a company that offers industry-leading wealth management platforms for independent financial professionals. They are seeking an HR Business Partner who will provide direct support to managers and employees on core HR matters, act as a strategic advisor to business leaders, and drive key programs in employee engagement and performance management.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a trusted HR partner to all levels of management, helping align HR strategies with business goals
Guide managers on employee relations matters, ensuring fairness, consistency, and a positive work environment
Advise leaders on performance management, coaching conversations, and fostering a culture of accountability
Support workforce planning, team structuring, and change management initiatives
Ensure adherence to employment laws and HR policies, balancing risk while supporting business needs
Build strong cross-functional relationships and influencing without authority
Ability to pivot quickly while managing shifting priorities and deliverables
Play a key role in employee engagement efforts, including analyzing and implementing action plans from surveys
Support the execution of performance review processes, manager training, and continuous feedback strategies
Assist in developing programs that enhance leadership capabilities and succession planning
Collaborate on learning & development, career frameworks, and other company-wide talent initiatives
Leverage HR data and analytics to identify trends, inform strategic decisions, and provide actionable insights to business leaders
Qualification
Required
5+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally in HR business partner roles with exposure to talent management
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect HR strategies to business outcomes
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels
Experience handling sensitive employee relations matters with discretion and sound judgment
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Familiarity with employment laws and HR best practices
Demonstrated understanding of compensation and benefits
Proficiency with reporting tools such as Power BI, or Tableau
Microsoft applications including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Preferred
HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP) is a plus
Benefits
401(k)
Health insurance
A competitive benefits package
Opportunities for training, development, and long-term growth within the firm
Tuition reimbursement for qualified expenses
Company
Kestra Financial
Kestra Financial provides a leading independent advisor platform.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2019-02-25Acquired
Leadership Team
Christine Brown
Head of Advanced Planning
Recent News
2025-11-20
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