We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve together, drive results and innovate to inspire. Drawn together by a shared passion for our customers and a spirit of fun, we deliver high-quality home furnishings that are expertly designed, responsibly sourced and bring beauty and function to people’s homes. From the day we opened our first store in Chicago in 1962 to the digital innovations that engage millions of customers today, our iconic brand is over 60 years in the making—and our story is still unfolding.

We’re here for it. We think you should be too. We’re looking for a driven professional with an inclusive mindset to join our team as a Associate Human Resources Business Partner

A day in the life as a Associate Human Resources Business Partner

Execute and support strategic human resource initiatives that support business objectives, with a focus on development and training; associate engagement; succession planning; performance management; talent acquisition; legal/regulatory compliance; compensation; safety and wellbeing.Partner with the HRBP and leadership team to focus and simplify all talent related practices.Proactively recommend ideas and solutions to effectively address the needs of the organization.  Support the onboarding, training, and talent strategy by simplifying complexity, collaborating, communicating, coaching, influencing, and supporting the execution of consistent talent processes.Partner with the HRBP to provide assistance regarding onboarding, training, and associate development needs, identifying and facilitating activities to improve skills, encourage career development, and build bench strength.Provide support and guidance in situations involving associate relations, unemployment, compliance, safety, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, leave of absences, and workers’ compensation in partnership with HR functional leaders.Support broad, longer-term vision and objectives by helping to meet milestones and goals.Focus on championing diversity, equity and inclusion to improve overall culture and company performance.  Stay informed on external trends within the industry, influencing how we operate.

What you’ll bring to the table…

Ability to view the business broadly, connecting business and human resources goals to help drive a best-in-class culture.Independent thinker, with the ability to find opportunities in times of uncertainty.  Effectively inspire trust and respect, bringing people together, focusing on getting the most important things done.Ability to assess a situation and adapt communication appropriately to ensure effective delivery to associates at all levels. Ability to utilize past learnings to anticipate potential issues, determine reasonable solutions to problems, and build simplified plans to drive improvement.Demonstrate a focus on continuous learning and an ability to effectively teach, coach, and influence others in order to motivate and gain appropriate buy-in to drive results. Ability to be an agent of change to influence teams to shift quickly as our business evolves.Ability to access, analyze, and deliver on data.  Comfort with technology to facilitate work.  Passion for our associates, customers, and the retail industry.

We’d love to hear from you if you have…

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.3+ years human resources or relevant leadership experience.Knowledge of relevant human resources-related laws and regulations and the ability to conduct or assist with investigations, maintain confidentiality, and appropriately handle sensitive information.Knowledge of human resources best practices - recruitment; development and training; associate engagement; succession planning; performance management.Bilingual- spanish speaking is strongly recommended for this role

Minimum Starting Rate: $59,000.00 Annually
Up to: $85,000.00 Annually

Pay ranges will be adjusted upward as needed to comply with applicable state and local law. In addition to your salary, based on your role, associates may be eligible for other compensation including bonuses, sales incentives, and long term incentives.