HR Business Partner Senior

Summary

Student Life is dedicated to student learning and the development of the whole student, while promoting a campus community that values equity, belonging, and multiple perspectives. Through our services, facilities, and partnerships, we create opportunities for student growth and enhance their educational experience.

You will report to the HR Supervisor in the Student Life Human Resources unit. Our unit supports the full employment life cycle for approximately employees and approximately 3, temporary employees across the Division, including both professional and bargained-for staff, and student and non-student temporary employees.

This position is hybrid, allowing for remote work and participation in virtual meetings using video conferencing platforms such as Zoom, as well as mobile devices. You will also commute 2-3 days per week across campus for in-person meetings with different units within the division in the Ann Arbor area.

Why Work at Michigan?

At the University of Michigan, your health and well-being are our top priority. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include :

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Life insurance
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Family leave, maternity, parental, and long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Responsibilities

As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will be a key partner to our leaders, ensuring HR strategies align with organizational goals. You will guide staffing strategies, employee relations, investigations, student employment, and organizational development, while ensuring compliance with employment laws, policies, and labor agreements. You will work closely with leadership to address complex people issues, support collective bargaining and union-related matters, lead organizational change efforts, and cultivate a collaborative, result-focused culture. You will leverage data-driven insights to inform decisions, coach managers, and implement HR programs that enhance employee engagement, retention, and overall effectiveness.

Main Responsibilities and Expectations :

For a full list of responsibilities and expectations, please see the job description .

Required Qualifications

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile / remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the