Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Employee Relations)

Job Title

Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Employee Relations)

Location (City, State)

Hybrid – Washington, DC

Industry

Government Consulting / Professional Services

Pay

$135,000 – $165,000 / year DOE

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage and paid time off

About Our Client

Addison Group is partnering with a well‑established, mission‑driven organization operating in a highly regulated environment. Our client manages complex domestic and international operations and is recognized for its strong commitment to compliance, accountability, and operational excellence. This role supports a distributed workforce and partners closely with senior leadership in a dynamic, fast‑paced setting.

Job Description

Our client is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner with deep Employee Relations expertise to lead complex and sensitive workforce matters. This role combines hands‑on employee relations leadership with strategic HR business partnering, helping guide leaders through investigations, risk mitigation, and people strategy initiatives.

This position is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in high‑stakes situations, advises executives with confidence, and balances strategic insight with practical execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary expert on complex employee relations matters, including sensitive and high‑risk investigations
• Provide trusted guidance to leaders and managers on compliance, performance issues, and corrective actions
• Monitor trends, identify organizational risks, and recommend proactive, data‑informed solutions
• Develop, implement, and refine employee relations policies, tools, and frameworks for consistent application
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Legal, Finance, and HR teams to support enterprise‑wide initiatives
• Act as an HR Business Partner to leadership, advising on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, and performance management
• Coach leaders on conflict resolution, communication, and effective people management practices
• Support change management and workforce transitions with an emphasis on fairness, compliance, and culture
• Lead and mentor a small team of HR professionals focused on employee relations and investigations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Must have government contracting or Department of Defense (DoD) experience
• Must have a strong background supporting global employee populations
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant senior‑level employee relations leadership
• Extensive experience leading complex workplace investigations in regulated environments
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior leaders
• Experience managing and developing direct reports

Additional Details

• Hybrid schedule
• Limited domestic travel and occasional international travel

Perks

• High visibility role with executive‑level exposure
• Meaningful, mission‑driven work with real organizational impact
• Collaborative, accountable, and fast‑moving culture
• Autonomy and trust to operate as a senior HR leader

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non‑discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.