HR Business Partner

We are seeking a detail-oriented and people-focused HR Generalist to join our team. In this role, you will support a wide range of human resources functions, including recruitment, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, and compliance with labor laws. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, a solid understanding of HR best practices, and the ability to handle confidential information with professionalism. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture, we'd love to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

At Highwoods, we're more than just a commercial real estate company-we're in the business of creating remarkable workplaces that inspire and support growth, community, and connection. Our mission is to build environments and experiences that empower our teammates and customers to achieve more together. Through a blend of innovation, care, and commitment to quality, we deliver exceptional spaces that are worth the commute, add value to our customers, and positively impact our communities.

What Sets Us Apart

As part of the Highwoods team, you're not just taking on a job; you're joining a culture that values integrity, collaboration, and growth. We believe our culture is the key to success in the dynamic world of commercial real estate. Every member of our team plays a role in defining and upholding this culture-it's not just words on a page, but a way of working and living every day.

When you join Highwoods, you'll bring your unique skills, experiences, and values to life through our shared mission. Together, we create a thriving workplace where every teammate has the support and opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Communicate, facilitate and champion HR programs and initiatives at the division level
• Assist the HR Manager with the development and implementation of human resources policies and procedures and assists employees and leaders with interpretation
• Work with the HR team to facilitate the performance management process
• Partner with leaders to manage and resolve employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and performance issues
• Process new employee set-ups, changes, and terminations within the HR system
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from job postings to onboarding
• Source candidates using a variety of methods, including job boards, social media, networking, and employee referrals
• Develop a keen understanding of the requirements for each role
• Conduct initial screenings to evaluate candidates' qualifications and fit for the organization
• Champion the employer brand and enhance the candidate experience through thoughtful engagement and communication
• Responsible for pre-qualifying final candidates for hire
• Partner with the HR team to promote the company's internship and apprenticeship programs
• Facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding
• Administer benefits programs and answer employee inquiries
• Support training and development initiatives
• Assist in HR reporting and analytics to aid in decision-making
• Conduct exit interviews, analyzes data and makes recommendations for continuous improvement
• Assist with the development and maintenance of the annual affirmative action program for assigned divisions, sharing goals and expectations of supervisors to ensure progress towards goals.
• Champion the company's philanthropic efforts by leading the HIW Helps program, ultimately serving as the steering committee chairperson
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Enthusiastic team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a positive personal presence
• Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources
• Excellent oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to effectively manage several projects simultaneously while working under pressure and meeting deadlines

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or related field
• 3+ years of HR experience, preferably in a generalist role
• Human Resources certification a plus
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This job operates in an office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, scanners, and video conferencing.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work is of a general office nature; while performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and see; required to use arms and hands to reach and handle; typing on computer keyboard and using phone required. Ability to read, understand, and to communicate information and ideas clearly in writing and orally is required. May occasionally need to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch; and lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.