Human Resources (HR) Business Partner

We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to support leaders and employees in Oak Brook, Illinois through a Contract position. This role focuses on strengthening workplace practices, advising on employee relations matters, and helping managers apply people policies consistently and effectively. The ideal candidate brings a balanced approach to coaching, investigations, and performance support while contributing to day-to-day HR administration.

Responsibilities:
• Advise managers and employees on workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and appropriate employee relations practices.
• Conduct and document employee relations reviews and investigations, ensuring matters are handled fairly, promptly, and in alignment with company guidelines.
• Partner with leadership to address performance issues, recommend corrective actions, and support effective resolution plans.
• Provide guidance on HR policies and help ensure consistent application across teams and functions.
• Support routine human resources administration, including employee documentation, case tracking, and related follow-up activities.
• Collaborate with business leaders to identify workforce concerns and recommend practical HR solutions that support team effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate records related to employee relations matters while protecting confidentiality and exercising sound judgment.
• Contribute to process improvements within HR operations when changes to internal workflows or systems affect employee support activities.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in employee relations within a human resources environment.
• Strong experience within Paychex
• Strong knowledge of HR policy interpretation and practical application in day-to-day business settings.
• Experience conducting workplace investigations and preparing clear, thorough documentation.
• Background in performance management, including coaching managers through corrective action and development discussions.
• Working knowledge of human resources administration and employee record handling.
• Ability to manage sensitive situations with discretion, professionalism, and sound judgment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence across levels of an organization.

Benefits available to contract professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k)plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Compensation

$38.00-$40.00 Hourly

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