Human Resources Business Partner

Department: Human Resources, reports to the Director of Human Resources

Hybrid: 2 days a week in Somerset, NJ office

HearingLife is part of the Demant Group, a global leader in hearing healthcare and technology with over 115 years of history. As one of the world's most innovative hearing health companies, Demant is dedicated to helping people rediscover hearing through solutions that enhance quality of life, break down barriers, and connect people to the world around them.

Headquartered in Denmark, Demant operates in more than 130 countries and offers a comprehensive portfolio of hearing aids, audiometric equipment, personal communication, and hearing care services. The organization has established Centers of Excellence (COE) for key functions-such as marketing, digital transformation, and customer experience-fostering collaboration and driving best practices across its global teams.

As a proud member of this global organization, HearingLife leverages Demant's industry-leading expertise and COE resources to deliver exceptional care through a network of 600+ locations across the United States. Close collaboration with global partners in Denmark ensures alignment on strategy and access to cutting-edge innovations that enhance HearingLife's ability to fulfill its mission.

At HearingLife, we strive to fulfill Demant's mission of "Hearing is Our Passion" by expanding our reach and empowering more individuals to experience the life-changing benefits of better hearing.

As a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you will serve as a strategic advisor and trusted partner to People Leaders across HearingLife, advancing the organization's vision of Helping More People Hear Better. This role is responsible for aligning business strategy with people strategy by delivering proactive, consultative HR solutions that drive performance, engagement, compliance, and organizational effectiveness.

The Human Resources Business Partner plays a critical leadership role within the HR function by supporting assigned client groups across the enterprise. This position balances strategic partnership and hands-on execution, owning complex employee relations, performance management, talent initiatives, and change management efforts. The HRBP collaborates closely with HR Centers of Excellence (Talent, Total Rewards, HR Operations, Legal) to deliver consistent, scalable HR solutions.

This Team Member must consistently model and promote the HearingLife Core Values:

• We create trust
• We are team players
• We apply a can-do attitude
• We create innovative solutions

Essential Job Functions:

Strategic Business Partnership

• Partner with People Leaders to understand business objectives and translate them into effective people strategies
• Serve as a trusted advisor on organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, and change initiatives
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations using HR metrics, trends, and analytics

Employee Relations & Performance Management

• Lead and manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, corrective action, and policy interpretation
• Partner with leaders to address performance concerns, document performance issues, and implement performance improvement plans
• Ensure consistent, fair, and compliant application of HR policies and employment practices

Talent & Organizational Development

• Support enterprise talent initiatives including performance reviews, talent reviews, succession planning, promotions, and job changes
• Partner with leaders to strengthen engagement, retention, and leadership effectiveness
• Coach leaders on effective people management, communication, and conflict resolution

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations across assigned client groups
• Partner with Legal and HR Leadership on risk mitigation, policy interpretation, and complex employment matters
• Manage unemployment claims and support audits as needed

HR Operations & Systems Leadership

• Provide oversight and guidance for HR processes including onboarding, terminations, internal offers, compensation changes, and acquisitions
• Leverage HR systems (SuccessFactors, ADP) to ensure data integrity and support business needs
• Partner with HR Operations on position management, payroll coordination, PTO, bonus programs, and reporting

Projects, Programs & Culture

• Lead or participate in enterprise HR initiatives related to Team Member experience, engagement, diversity, and inclusion
• Support the development, communication, and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Champion the consistent use of HR tools and resources across the organization

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant employee relations and leadership support
• HR Business Partner or equivalent consultative HR experience preferred
• SHRM-CP / SHRM-SCP or PHR / SPHR certification preferred
• Experience supporting multi-site or geographically dispersed teams preferred
• SuccessFactors and ADP experience strongly preferred.

Key Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to operate as a trusted advisor to leaders
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and HR best practices
• Exceptional professionalism with the ability to manage sensitive matters discreetly
• Strong organizational, analytical, and time management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently while collaborating across HR and business teams
• Passion for developing others and advancing HearingLife's mission and values
• Experience supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives

Travel: Occasional travel may be required.

The salary range for this role is 80-85k/year plus bonus.

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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