Human Resources Business Partner

Position Overview 
The HR Business Partner (HRBP) is a senior-level, strategic leader who partners closely with our client, their  executive team and department heads to ensure people strategies align with business objectives. This role is responsible for driving strong decision-making, anticipating operational and compliance risks, and ensuring policies and practices support a rapidly growing, multi-state operation.
The HRBP will lead and continue building the HR function, fostering a proactive, collaborative, and compliant workplace culture. The ideal candidate has deep HR policy knowledge for multiple states, especially MA, NY, NJ, IL, and KY, with the flexibility to address HR needs for staff in up to 20 states. This is a highly visible, in-person leadership position based in New Jersey, with occasional remote work upon request and approval.

Location: Cherry Hill, NJ 
Job Type: Full-time 
Salary Range: $110,000 - $130,000 USD/Annually

Key Responsibilities 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Predictable, reliable, and punctual attendance is an essential function of the job role.

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership, making sound, timely decisions that balance business needs, employee engagement, and compliance requirements.
• Anticipate and identify potential HR or compliance risks; proactively develop solutions to avoid operational disruptions.
• Lead the HR department, managing current HR staff and building team capacity to support ever growing company needs
• Review, develop, and maintain HR policies and SOPs that meet regulatory requirements for MA, NY, NJ, IL, KY, and additional states where staff are located.
• Partner with managers to address workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and retention strategies.
• Provide expertise on multi-state labor laws and compliance standards, particularly within healthcare/pharmacy operations.
• Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team to align recruitment strategies with business needs and compliance requirements.
• Oversee benefit administration, open enrollment, and vendor relationships.
• Prepare and present HR metrics, trends, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• Facilitate training and development programs to strengthen leadership capability and ensure compliance awareness across the organization

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in healthcare, pharmacy, or multi-state regulated industries.
• Strong policy and compliance knowledge for MA, NY, NJ, IL, KY; familiarity with multi-state HR compliance for up to 20 states.
• Demonstrated ability to make strategic, data-informed decisions under pressure.
• Proven experience leading and building HR teams in a growth-focused environment.
• Expertise in HRIS platforms and HR data analysis.

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Primarily office-based with extended periods of sitting, computer usage, and phone communication.
• Regular handling of documentation and participation in in-person and virtual meetings.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including document management software.
• Experience with HRIS and compliance tools; ability to run and interpret HR reports.

• Ability to read and interpret business and regulatory documents.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with teams and external partners.
• Ability to present information effectively to employees at all levels.

• Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to calculate rates, percentages, and statistical data 
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Compensation 
The published salary range is used as a guide to provide prospective candidates with a level of compensation that is competitive with today’s market. The salary range for this position is a good faith estimate that allows for flexibility to align with various levels of experience, education, and performance.  

EEO Statement 
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other status protected by applicable law. We value and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 

Please Note: Topaz HR is conducting this search on behalf of one of our clients. The employer's name will be disclosed during the interview process, and all hiring decisions will be made directly by the client.