Human Resources Business Partner, Lead Associate

Job Description

Responsibilities

The Peraton HR Team is seeking a solution-oriented Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support Corporate Functions. This is an individual contributor role for an HR professional who is building expertise in the field and is ready to operate with autonomy, influence, and strategic impact. The ideal candidate is a team player who brings conceptual and practical HR knowledge, a curious mindset and a consultative approach to their work.

This role is best suited for someone who understands how HR integrates across the broader organization and can become a trusted, consultative partner to leaders across Corporate Functions.

What You'll Do

Serve as the primary HR partner for assigned Corporate Functions client groups, providing strategic and operational HR support across talent management, performance management, employee relations, and engagement

Leverage data and technology to help solve organizational and people challenges

Facilitate and strengthen positive relationships between employees and leadership

Contribute to cross-functional HR projects and initiatives

Handle employee relations investigations and counseling with objectivity, professionalism, and sound judgment

Manage sensitive and confidential information with appropriate discretion

Support employee retention initiatives and engagement programs aligned to business priorities

Explain difficult or sensitive information clearly and effectively

Support HR policy and compliance initiatives and apply demonstrated knowledge of key employment laws

Qualifications

5 years of progressive HR Business Partner experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business, or a related field; additional work experience may be considered in lieu of degree

Conceptual and practical knowledge of HR disciplines including talent management, performance management, employee relations, and employment law

Ability to give, receive, and implement constructive feedback

Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead projects or project steps within broader initiatives

Strong analytical skills; proficiency in leveraging technology to manipulate data and draw conclusions

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to explain difficult or sensitive information and build consensus and trust with diverse stakeholders

Ability to safeguard sensitive and confidential material

Able to work from the Reston, VA location

Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting a government contracting workforce

Familiarity with HR platforms such as Workday and iCIMS

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range
$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO
EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.