Senior HR Business Partner

Salute is a leading provider of cutting-edge Data Center Infrastructure Services, dedicated to serving data center clients worldwide. We pride ourselves on delivering sustainable solutions, unparalleled reliability, and outstanding customer service. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Human Resource Business Partner to join our team and drive our relationships with hyperscale clients to new heights.

The Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Work Environment: This position is 100% remote within the U.S.

Salute Benefits That Put You First

We know life doesn’t stop when work begins, that’s why we offer perks designed to support your well-being, your family, and your future:

• Time to Recharge: Enjoy 8 company-paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and PTO so you can rest, celebrate, and take care of what matters most.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including Medical, Dental, and Vision that you can enroll in starting on Day 1. Coverage begins the first of the month following 30-days of employment.
• Peace of Mind: The Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees, even if you do not participate in the benefits package.
• Your financial future matters: Enjoy our employer-supported 401(K) with immediate 100% vesting, plus a 3% employer match and a 50% match on the next 2%.
• Wellness Support: Access to HSA, mental health resources, and gym discounts—because your health matters.
• Extra Protection & Perks: Through discounted group programs, such as legal services, home & auto insurance, pet insurance, and ID theft protection for life’s unexpected moments.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Consults with management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Assists international employees with expatriate assignments and related HR matters.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructurings, workforce planning and succession planning.
• Identifies training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Supporting Unionized Workforce:

• Partners with operational leaders and union representatives to foster positive labor management relationships and support business objectives.
• Provides guidance to managers on the interpretation and administration of collective bargaining agreements (CBAs), established labor practices, and company policies.
• Supports the grievance process, including investigation, documentation, resolution, and participation in grievance meetings.
• Advises management on employee relations matters involving represented employees while ensuring compliance with collective bargaining agreements.
• Collaborates with legal counsel and leadership on labor relations matters, including contract interpretation, workforce changes, and dispute resolution.
• Assists managers in preparing for and participating in union meetings, labor management committees, and other labor relations activities.
• Ensures consistent application of labor agreements, company policies, and employment practices across assigned business units.
• Supports workplace investigations involving represented employees and recommends appropriate corrective actions in accordance with contractual obligations.
• Partners with leaders to support workforce planning initiatives, organizational changes, and staffing decisions impacting represented employees.
• Maintains accurate documentation related to grievances, disciplinary actions, labor relations matters, and collective bargaining agreement administration.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and administrative practices related to those factors.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with ADP, Salesforce, Excel, preferred UKG

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues and minimum 5 years of Human Resources experience.
• Experience supporting unionized workforces and partnering with labor representatives in a collective bargaining environment is required.
• Working knowledge of performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Psychology, or related field required.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or PHR/SPHR preferred. Must obtain certification within one year of employment.

If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for data center services and a knack for building strong client relationships, we want to hear from you. Join us in revolutionizing the data center industry and apply today!

Salute is an equal opportunity employer committed to celebrating diversity, creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants; if you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our Human Resources department at hr@salute.com for more information.