Sr. Human Resources Business Partner

Overview

Our Senior HR Business Partners (HRBP) are trusted advisors to senior leadership, driving impactful HR initiatives that align with our business goals and contribute to organizational success. They collaborate closely with leadership to influence talent management, increase division performance, and shape a positive and inclusive employee experience.

As a Senior HRBP, you will play a pivotal role in supporting and executing change, enhancing team collaboration, and building strong relationships across departments. We are seeking a dynamic and solutions-oriented HR leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering strategic value, solving complex challenges, and impacting company culture. If you are passionate about making a tangible impact on both people and business outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.

Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning. Collaborate with senior management to develop HR strategies aligned with business goals. Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and performance.
• Solve problems. Address employee relations issues and provide guidance on conflict resolution. Collaborate with our Employee Relations team on investigations and recommend solutions to maintain a positive work environment. Proactively manage and resolve employee concerns and mitigate legal risk.
• Influence change. Lead change initiatives and support organizational transformation. Communicate changes effectively to employees and provide support through the transition process.
• Drive results. Further define and implement strategic talent management and performance management programs to align the workforce to achieve company goals. Analyze performance data to identify trends and provide coaching to managers on performance feedback. Utilize HR metrics and data analysis to drive decision-making. Generate reports on key HR metrics for management review.
• Be an expert. Serve as a consultative thought partner to leadership to align business needs with talent management objectives. Stay connected to the competitive landscape, including compensation and recommend strategic changes within the division. Ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders . Participate in and lead key meetings with business leaders and the HR team. Collaborate with business leaders to interpret business needs and identify talent priorities. Build strong partnerships with HR specialists in the areas of employee relations, talent acquisition, organizational development and training, and compliance.

Requirements

• 5+ years of proven experience as an HRBP or similar role, with a focus on strategic HR initiatives
• Outstanding creativity, maturity, flexibility, and sound judgment in complex situations
• Demonstrated track record of building successful relationships and partnerships at all organizational levels
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and leadership skills
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and strong business acumen to drive organizational success
• Proven conflict resolution and negotiation skills, with the ability to manage diverse perspectives and achieve consensus
• Ability to make data-driven decisions, leveraging analytics to inform business strategies and improve outcomes
• Expertise in change management, with experience guiding teams through transitions and driving continuous improvement
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulations including ADA, EEO, FMLA, Title VII, and wage and hour laws and benefits
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business, or communications

Recommended Qualifications

• HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP)
• Experience in an information technology company during a time of high growth
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities
• MBA or Master’s degree in human resources, communications, industrial psychology, or marketing

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Total Rewards

Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is

$79,040-$131,040 USD

About Esri

At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here .

If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!

Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email [email protected] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.

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Requisition ID: 2026-3782

Available in

Redlands, CA

Job Category

Human Resources

Role Type

Individual Contributor

Experience Level

Senior Level