Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Job Description

The HR Business Partner will provide day-to-day HR support to our corporate functions and greater HR teams, ensuring a positive employee experience and alignment with Fluence's mission and core values. This role will partner closely with the Director HRBP, managers, employees, and HR Centers of Excellence to support employee relations, onboarding, HR programs, Workday actions, reporting, and timely follow-through on key employee and organizational priorities.

This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented HR professional who can manage multiple priorities, support managers and employees, and help drive structure, responsiveness, and execution across a fast-moving client group. This is a hybrid role, requiring in-office work 3 days per week.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations
  • Partner with Global regional leads to provide guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and employment laws.
  • First point of contact to address employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and ensure positive resolution of workplace issues.
  • Promote an inclusive and supportive work culture by addressing engagement and morale-building initiatives.
• Talent Acquisition Support
  • Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to coordinate recruitment processes, including job postings, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
  • Participate in candidate selection and conduct new hire orientation to support seamless onboarding for managers.
  • Help ensure hiring managers understand and complete their responsibilities throughout the requisition, interview, and onboarding process.
• Compensation and Benefits Administration
  • Support Day-to-Day inquiries from employees and managers.
  • Coordinate and support the facilitation of the promotion review process.
  • Support payroll functions and ensure accurate and timely reporting for payroll processing.
• HR Compliance and Reporting
  • Ensure HR practices comply with local, state, and federal regulations as well as company policies.
  • Maintain accurate and compliant employee records and manage Workday data entry and updates.
  • Prepare and analyze HR metrics and reports as needed to support HR MBR that drives organizational planning and decision-making.
• Performance Management
  • Assist in the implementation of talent programs, including goal setting, feedback processes, and annual performance reviews for manager-level and below.
  • Coordinate Quarterly Talent Discussions and proactively support managers in executing 70/20/10 development program.
  • Proactively review low performer data to create visibility into open development plans and to drive employment decisions.
• Employee Engagement and Culture Enhancement
  • Drive employee cultural initiatives, including company events, recognition programs, and wellness activities.
  • Support learning and development programs to foster employee growth and promote a continuous learning environment.
• Special Projects and Other HR Initiatives
  • Contribute to Global Functions HR projects and initiatives, such as policy updates, culture programs, and change management efforts.
  • Partner with HR COEs and Leadership to elevate working processes and programs

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as an HR Generalist or in a related HR role.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, employment laws, and regulatory compliance.
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office; experience with HRIS platforms like Workday or similar is a plus.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage sensitive matters with discretion.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize multiple tasks, and handle confidential information with professionalism.
• Passionate about employee experience, engagement, and contributing to a mission-driven organization focused on clean energy solutions.
• Strong follow-up and organizational skills
• Comfortable partnering with managers to drive accountability, timely completion of HR actions, and process discipline.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We're committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Equal Opportunity Employer
At Fluence, we believe great teams are built on a collaborative and connected culture. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome qualified applicants of all backgrounds. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other status protected by law.

Work Authorization
To join our team, you'll need to be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout your employment, without the need for employer sponsorship. Please note that Fluence does not sponsor work visas for this position.