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About Us

Freeman is a global leader in events, on a mission to redefine live for a new era. With a data-driven approach and the industry’ largest network of experts, Freeman’s insights shape exhibitions, exhibits, and events that drive audiences to action. The integrated full-service solutions leverage a 97-year legacy in event management as well as new technologies to deliver moments that matter.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced HR Business Partner who will act as a strategic partner to our Corporate Functions (Legal, IT, Finance, Marketing), collaborating closely with stakeholders to deliver proactive, high-quality HR support that aligns with business goals, enhances team performance, and meets the evolving needs of the business. This role will also support HR projects, helping us deliver strategic initiatives for the business.

This position will support our Human Resources team. It is eligible to work a hybrid schedule, generally requiring work in-office and/or show-site 2-3 days per week. This position is based out of our North Dallas office location in Dallas, TX.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

+ Serves as a trusted advisor by demonstrating a thorough understanding of the business, current and future priorities, competition, and culture

+ Supports recruitment activities across the business as we continue to grow our team in support of current and future requirements

+ Provides hands-on and strategic support, insight, and coaching with respect to employee relations, performance management, compensation, conflict management, organizational development, training and more

+ Guides leaders in identifying and building talent programs and pipelines to ensure that we have the right people in place at the right time to deliver on our business priorities

+ Works closely with employees and leaders to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity, and improve retention

+ Supports organizational change by providing proactive guidance to leaders as well as recommended change management solutions

+ Leverages data analytics to drive people strategy

+ Manages and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations in partnership with key stakeholders

+ Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation

+ To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

+ Demonstrated ability to do the following:

+ Link people strategy with business strategy, delivering value and impact

+ Make decisions and drive solutions in a fast-paced environment

+ Work collaboratively with employees at all levels and across a large, matrixed organization

+ Coach employees and leadership through complex, difficult issues

+ Lead an organization through change

+ Utilize data to formulate strategy and drive business results

+ Strong customer focus

+ Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

+ Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities

+ Able to present information to employees at all levels of the organization

+ Able to handle sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentiality

+ Solid experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Education & Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field from a 4 year accredited college or university is required.

+ 5+ years of HR generalist experience in a large, complex organization.

+ Experience supporting HR projects is preferred.

+ Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.

+ Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.

+ Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

+ Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion and a commitment to confidentiality.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HRIS systems.

+ HR certification (PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP) is a plus.

What We Offer

Freeman provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

+ Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Paid Parental Leave

+ Life, Accident and Disability

+ Retirement with Company Match

+ Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At Freeman, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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