HR Business Partner

Company Overview Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. But the truly inspiring firms – the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors – have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out. At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture. Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service with offices in Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Delaware, Frankfurt, London, Nashville, New York, North Carolina, San Francisco, Singapore, Southern California, Tokyo, Virginia and Washington, D.C. The firm’s institutional and private clients are based in 50 states and more than 44 countries and territories and are served by over 850 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm. Position Summary The Human Resources Business Partner works with organization’s senior leadership to develop and direct a HR strategy that closely supports organizational goals. This person will operate as the Institutional business segment’s head of HR, ensuring that both HR strategy and the Institutional team’s strategy are closely aligned with business objectives and business needs. The role reports to the Chief Human Resources Officer and is based in our Baltimore, Maryland office location. Key elements of this role include the full spectrum of talent management processes (compensation strategy and program management, diversity strategy, performance management, leadership pipeline, manager excellence, colleague engagement survey analysis and program oversight, organizational design, and other annual processes). Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Partnering with the Business Partners to advise senior stakeholders on people and talent management strategies required to support and enable business strategy Facilitating and driving key annual processes including reporting and analytics on people-related metrics and trends and organization reviews Executing against all people development processes for division including leadership pipeline, talent management, promotions, performance management, diversity, and year-end compensation Partnering with the functional Human Resources team to ensure effective delivery of compensation, recruiting, training, internal transitions, and colleague relations issues Responsibilities will also include: Will serve as a true partner with the Institutional business heads, driving key initiatives and people priorities for the Institutional business segment Partner with the Human Resources functional groups (Diversity & Inclusion, Benefits & Wellness, Compensation, Learning & Development, Recruiting) on seamless Human Resources services for managers and colleagues Engage effectively with business leaders and colleagues in all aspects of the talent cycle including new hires, transfers, development programs, talent reviews, promotions, compensation, and offboarding Serve as a strategic compensation partner to the business; analyze market data, internal colleague, and investment performance, and manage the annual compensation lifecycle Serve as the first point of contact for colleagues regarding Human Resources-related requests. Answer routine questions from colleagues about employment procedures and policies, benefits, and other HR-related topics Partner closely with colleagues and managers on colleague relations matters Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team to develop solutions, programs, and policies (i.e., analyze the results of the annual colleague engagement survey and provide recommendations to the business regarding how to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention) Provide HR subject matter expertise on organizational design or other key organizational impacting initiatives Design and execute on ad-hoc projects across the Human Resources function, such as the organization of events and internal training sessions and programs, as needed Assist with Human Resources communications as needed. This includes the maintenance of the Human Resources page of the internal intranet (B|Advised) Perform other related duties as assigned Your education, technical skills, experiences, and abilities need to include: Bachelor’s Degree Minimum of 8-10 years of relevant HR experience, in addition to a minimum of at least 3 years in a senior level HR role in financial services Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and employment laws Experience illustrating tact, discretion, and good judgment in handling sensitive and confidential information Flexibility to work across a diverse range of projects (i.e., strong quantitative skills combined with aptitude for talent management initiatives) with different stakeholders Demonstrated client service focus and ability to build relationships successfully Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook Ability to work in the Baltimore, MD office at least 4 days a week Ability to travel up to 10% of the time We are looking for someone that brings: Ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a fast-paced environment with a high level of accuracy and follow-through Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing priorities Analytical mindset and technical skillset – excellent quantitative skills, data analysis, and problem-solving skills The ability to think multiple steps ahead; prepares for potential problems and escalates issues when appropriate; and juggles competing deadlines effectively Meticulous attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication Strong project management skills Strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as strong organizational and interpersonal skills Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and think clearly under pressure Self-motivation and ability to work in an autonomous, yet collaborative global environment Commitment to excellence and a high level of integrity We would also love to see but not required: Bachelor’s degree in human resources or related field An HR certification (SPHR, PHR, SCRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, etc.) Masters in human resources management or business administration Benefits At Brown Advisory we offer a competitive compensation package, including full benefits. • Medical • Dental • Vision • Wellness program participation incentive • Financial wellness program • Gym membership discounts • Fitness event fee reimbursement • Corporate gym membership discounts • Colleague Assistance Program • Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical) • Adoption Benefits • Daycare late pick-up fee reimbursement • Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance • Short Term Disability • Paid parental leave • Group Long Term Disability • Pet Insurance • 401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting) Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service with offices in Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Delaware, Frankfurt, London, Nashville, New York, North Carolina, San Francisco, Singapore, Southern California, Tokyo, Virginia and Washington, D.C. The firm’s institutional and private clients are based in 50 states and more than 44 countries and territories and are served by over 850 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm.