HR Business Partner | KC Office

This position can be hired remotely anywhere within the continental U.S.- preferably within the KC metro

The HR Business Partner will provide Human Resources support for our rapidly growing Cyber Security company. This role is responsible for connecting the needs of the business functions to people strategies and initiatives. In this job, you will advise leadership on human resource-related issues and leading the implementation of  initiatives designed to ensure Optiv attracts, develops, and retains a best-in-class workforce

• Work directly with Optiv’s leadership teams, fellow HRBPs and employees in their assigned business areas on all people strategy initiatives
• Provide forward-looking counsel, coaching, and creative solutions that enhance the individual, team, and organizational performance.
• Successful execution of large-scale talent initiatives such as supporting leaders in strategic people related goals, talent review performance calibration sessions, annual compensation review and pay increase conversations
• Work with managers to create effective strategies to support the department and team members
• Provide partnership to managers to achieve the best team dynamics through competency work, employee engagement survey results, focus groups and upward feedback for leaders.
• Identifies risk and provides counsel to address HR issues impacting the business. Continually build knowledge of legal and compliance requirements. Partner with HR Resolution team or Legal team as needed/required.
• Deliver strategic people partnership to support organizational change (re-org and org design, reporting, roles, expectations, job descriptions)
• Deliver quarterly summaries of key business trends, analytics, and relevant information to share from the HR function. Utilize strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to tell a story.
• Attend scheduled business meetings to stay apprised with business unit goals and objectives. Connect with dedicated business units to share insights on priorities and challenges across business units
• Setup dedicated check-in with business leaders to discuss updates and progress against business goals, shifting priorities and new challenges
• Collaborates across People & Culture team to ensure consistent delivery of strategy.
• Serve as a vital link between HR Operations, Benefits, Talent Acquisition and Employee Relations, fostering collaboration between all HR teams.
• Participate in broader projects across the HRBP team and/or HR organization
• Other tasks, requests and projects may be assigned to support the business needs

• Exceptional relationship building skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and confidence communicating to a variety of levels across the organization
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Bachelor's degree required and General human resources experience
• Minimum of 5+ years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified
• Proficient understanding of employment law
• Must have the ability to approach each scenario from all perspectives
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Familiarity with HRIS systems or reporting tools; Workday experience preferred
• Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office, inclusive of Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Enthusiasm and the ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant change
• Strong project management skills
• Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Able to think through multiple possible outcomes to situations, and able to rely on knowledge, intuition, and past experience to help people managers determine a course of action that results in optimal resolution.
• Able to apply knowledge of policies and procedures, as well as common sense HR knowledge in a broad variety of circumstances.

If you are seeking a culture that supports growth, fosters success, and moves the industry forward, find your place at Optiv! As a market-leading provider of cyber security solutions, Optiv has the most comprehensive ecosystem of security products and partners to deliver unparalleled services. Our rich and successful history with our clients is based on trust, serving more than 12,000 clients of varying sizes and industries, including commercial, government, and education. We have the proven expertise to plan, build, and run successful security programs across Risk Management, Cyber Digital Transformation, Threat Management, Security Operations - Managed Services, and Identity and Data Management.

What you can expect from Optiv

•A company committed to championing Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion through our Employee Resource Groups including ADAPT (Abled and Disabled Allies Partnering Together), Asian Employee Network, Black Employee Network, Latino Employee Network, Optiv Pride (LGBTQIA+), OVETS (Optiv’s Veterans Engagement Team and Supporters), and OWN (Optiv Women's Network).

• Work/life balance

• Professional training resources

• Creative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projects

• Volunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.

• The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)

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