Hearst Newspapers · 3 hours ago
Director, Human Resources Business Partner
Hearst Newspapers is a dynamic organization focused on aligning people strategy with business goals. The Director, HR Business Partner will serve as a strategic advisor, leading workforce planning, talent development, and core HR operations to enhance organizational performance.
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Responsibilities
Serve as a strategic advisor to the President and senior leaders, aligning HR initiatives with business objectives
Lead workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning to support both short- and long-term goals
Design and implement talent development programs that enhance leadership capability and professional growth
Partner with managers to identify skill gaps and craft learning strategies that deliver measurable results
Champion a culture rooted in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Support employee engagement, inclusion, and wellbeing across all levels of the organization
Execute core HR operations including onboarding, employee relations, reporting, and process optimization
Utilize people data and analytics to identify trends and inform strategic decisions
Collaborate with internal partners such as Talent Acquisition to ensure a cohesive employee experience
Qualification
Required
8+ years of progressive HR experience, ideally within professional services or digital marketing
Proven success in HR business partnering, talent development, and operational HR
Strong understanding of how business operations intersect with people strategy
Excellent communication, coaching, and facilitation skills
Demonstrated ability to navigate fast-paced, high-growth environments
Preferred
Bachelor's or Master's degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
Parental Leave
Employee assistance program and other company benefits
Company
Hearst Newspapers
Hearst Newspapers is the division in charge of Hearst's newspapers, local digital marketing service businesses, and directories.
Funding
Current Stage
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2025-11-20
2025-05-23
2025-04-13
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