**Echostar** has an exciting opportunity for an **HR Business Partner** in our **Hughes Network Systems** division. Candidate should have a wide breadth of experience and in-depth knowledge supporting leadership to align business objectives with employees and managers. The position will partner across the HR function to deliver value-added service to people, managers and employees, acting as a key liaison and advocate of a wide range of HR-related initiatives, programs, and services, connecting business needs and the HR service portfolio. This position will be located at our facility in **Gaithersburg, MD.** **Responsibilities:** + Work with management to develop initiatives supporting business goals and objectives in a constantly changing environment. + Analyze and evaluate HR metrics, such as compensation, job levels, and attrition, to guide decision making. + Partner with management in a variety of settings including counseling, coaching, and strategic planning by aligning with HR Centers of Excellence. + Provide support and guidance to the employee population in all aspects of human resource functions including benefits, work life balance, FMLA, ADA, time off management, employee relations, and training. + Provide responsive and timely advice, supporting managers on all aspects of the human resources function, including HRIS platform functionality, recruiting, performance management, training, payroll support, onboarding, and separations. + Conduct exit interviews with a focus on identifying the reason for leaving and providing feedback and recommendations to management. + Lead employee relation situations to minimize risk and exposure by maintaining fair, legally sound, fully documented, and unbiased approach when conducting investigations and implementing actions. + Consult with employees and managers to address root causes of human resources issues, attempt to resolve employee relations issues with a systematic approach to minimize reoccurrence. + Provide consultation and advice to managers and non-managerial employees on a variety of issues and concerns ensuring that the individual and collective relationships between the business and its people are healthy, open and collaborative through appropriate communication strategies and management behavior. + Provide a consultative recruiting approach to the organizations supported by collaborating with business leaders on recruiting strategies and learning and thoroughly understanding the responsibilities and demands of the groups you support. **Basic Requirements:** + Bachelor's degree in human resources or business-related field (combination of education and experience) + 8+ years of HR Business Partner experience **Preferred Qualifications:** + Prior experience with Workday Recruiting/HCM is preferred, or similar HCM systems + Have a customer service/results-oriented mindset, with an ability to prioritize work, multi-task, and meet deadlines + Experience working and recruiting in a similar industry such as Telecom, Engineering, etc. + Knowledge and understanding of compliance with all applicable federal, state, as well as local laws/regulations relating to recruiting and employment law + Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately + Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills + Proficient in MS Office Suite, particularly Excel + Ability to travel when needed (10%) The base pay range shown is a guideline. Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level and competencies. Candidates need to successfully complete a pre-employment screen, which may include a drug test and DMV check. Will be eligible for discretionary bonus, with funding based on company performance. \#H \#LI-EM1 We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. All qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with local, state, and federal law. U.S. Citizenship is required for certain positions. EEO is the law. At EchoStar, you have the right to request reasonable accommodations. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact careers@echostar.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only; you may not use this contact information to inquire about the status of an application.