Harbor Group Management Company, a Norfolk, Virginia based real estate investment and property management firm, has an immediate need for a Sr. Human Resources Business Partner at our corporate office in Norfolk, VA .  Are you the one?   Job Summary : Responsible for delivering key human resources services to the organization including advising on employee relations , policies & procedures, performance management, onboarding, training, and leave programs. Act as a partner to leadership, operations, hiring managers and team members to ensure we are managing our human resources to be a s productive as possible. Key Responsibilities : + Act as key business partner to senior leaders and managers to optimize employee engagement & development, succession planning and organization effectiveness. + Advise managers in employee relations to include coaching, employee accountability and termination matters, while consulting with legal counsel as needed ; manage and resolve a high volume of complex employee relation issues . + Partner with functional HR partners to meet defined deliverables in the areas of talent acquisition, performance management, talent development, and culture & engagement. + Drive performance management throughout the year by providing guidance to managers on appropriate goal setting, coaching, and feedback, leading to the annual & mid-year review processes. + Conduct investigations of employee misconduct or other violations of company policy, or which result from discrimination charges, to recommend appropriate course of action, or respond to charges. + Provide policy interpretation and consultation for staff and managers; ensure compliance with federal, state & local regulations. + Man a ge the interactive process within leave programs such as FMLA, STD, etc. + Identify gaps in organization health by analyzing trends in attrition and turnover. + Conduct exit interviews ; prepare and present findings; recommend solutions based on those findings. + Manage other special projects as they relate to the human resources function. Qualifications and Experience : + BS degree, plus minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a multistate environment; PHR/SPHR preferred. + In-depth knowledge of HR best practices, employment law s and regulations . + Experience in property management industry a plus. + Proven experience managing a high volume of employee relation issues. + Ability to develop strong trusting relationships with all levels of management, in order to gain support & achieve results. + Able to multitask, deal with ambiguity, and work collaboratively in a team environment; excellent analytical & verbal, written & presentation skills. + Strong influencing and negotiation skills; consultative and collaborative work style . + Self-directed; comfortable working with ambiguity and uncertain ty. The Perks.     + A comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive salaries and incentive plans, as w ell as an extensive list of health and retirement options .   + An environment that supports learning and development through our in-house education program, HGKey , along with providing tuition reimbursement and external training with industry leaders .   + Volunteer and community service opportunities through our HG Cares Employee Volunteer Program .   + Recognition and awards, a generous employee referral program, and an employee apartment discount at a Harbor Group community . + Our office is conveniently located in downtown Norfolk within walking distance to Waterside District . + Access to cafes , car washing service and a free gym , all within our office building . Job Details Job Family Human Resources Pay Type Salary Hiring Min Rate 90,000 USD Hiring Max Rate 130,000 USD