Hr Business Partner Job at Robert Half (Newark)

Hr Business Partner

Robert Half

Location:
United States , Newark

Category:
Human Resources

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Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to support key clinical and operational teams in Newark, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position will serve as a trusted advisor to department leaders, helping drive employee relations, performance management, and day-to-day HR guidance across a large, fast-paced healthcare environment. The role is well suited for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who can manage complex workplace matters with sound judgment, urgency, and a hands-on approach.

Job Responsibility:

Partner with assigned department leaders to provide practical HR guidance for employee relations, performance concerns, workforce issues, and policy interpretation
Support a large employee population within designated business units, acting as the primary HR contact for leadership teams and helping address operational people matters effectively
Lead and document workplace investigations involving employee concerns, conduct issues, and policy matters while maintaining confidentiality and fairness
Advise managers on corrective action, coaching strategies, conflict resolution, and consistent application of organizational policies
Collaborate with HR operations and internal stakeholders to help resolve staffing challenges, retention concerns, and high-turnover situations with a strong sense of urgency
Build strong relationships across clinical and non-clinical teams, including high-priority departments such as nursing, to support workforce stability and leadership effectiveness
Provide on-site HR support in a 24/7 environment, responding to issues that may arise across multiple shifts and business functions
Use HR systems such as PeopleSoft to maintain records, review employee information, and support administrative HR processes accurately
Work closely with HR associates and broader HR leadership to ensure timely follow-through on employee matters and departmental priorities

Requirements:

Several years of progressive HR experience in a business partner, employee relations, or comparable human resources role
Demonstrated strength in conducting employee relations investigations and handling sensitive workplace matters independently
Solid knowledge of HR policy administration, performance management, and manager coaching
Ability to support large, complex employee groups in a high-volume, fast-moving environment
Strong judgment, initiative, and follow-through, with the ability to work independently and remain highly responsive
Experience in healthcare is preferred
backgrounds in pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or other operationally intensive environments are also valued
Comfortable working fully on site in Newark, New Jersey, five days per week
Proficiency with HR systems and standard HR administration tools
experience with PeopleSoft is a plus

Nice to have:

Experience in healthcare is preferred
backgrounds in pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or other operationally intensive environments are also valued
experience with PeopleSoft is a plus

What we offer:

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Work Type:

On-site work

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