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Overview

At Wipfli, people count.

At Wipfli, our people are core to everything we do—the catalyst behind our ability to create exceptional impact and extraordinary results.

We believe in flexibility. We focus on relationships. We encourage each individual to follow their own path.

People truly matter and they feel it. For those looking to make a difference and find a professional home, Wipfli offers a career-defining opportunity.

Job Summary- Under the direction of the Human Resources Manager, the HR Business Advisor is responsible for providing day-to-day HR support for internal clients within designated business units while also supporting Talent and Culture initiatives across the firm. HR Business Advisors collaborate with colleagues on the Talent and Culture Team and consult with firm leaders to maximize all aspects of people performance to deliver business objectives.

Responsibilities

Essential Responsibilities:

Internal Consultant

+ Provides HR consultation and leadership for multiple business units. Ensures delivery and alignment of Talent and Culture products and services to support achievement of firm strategies.

+ Acts as a collaborator, advisor and coach to partners and associates, advising on matters related to talent management, associate relations, culture, organizational development, leadership and workforce planning.

+ Provides associate relations coaching and counsel to ensure consistency of policy and practice to preserve the health of the firm/associate relationship.

+ Responds to associate inquiries on HR policies, procedures, and programs.

+ Talent and Performance Management

+ Provides advice and counsel to performance coaches and associates regarding performance related concerns, and talent development.

+ Participates in objective investigations related to workplace matters under the guidance of senior members of the field HR team.

+ Facilitates performance evaluation process.

Business Knowledge

+ Develops a proven understanding and appreciation of the firm’s organizational structure, culture and business objectives to develop and implement HR programs and processes that are aligned with the firm’s values and objectives.

+ Provides HR perspective and solutions to business challenges (i.e. organizational changes, acquisitions & divestitures, etc.). Communicates a point of view that illustrates the Talent and Culture implications of business decisions. Identifies problems that affect business strategy and predicts potential obstacles to success.

Organizational Development

+ Collaborates with other members of the Talent and Culture team to develop and implement, Talent and Culture strategies, policies and practices in the areas of organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, associate relations, compensation, talent and performance management, change management, associate engagement and professional development. Ensures consistent application of these practices in their designated business units.

Special Projects

+ Participates on special and cross-functional projects as needed. These projects could be business unit specific or firm-wide in nature.

+ Leads and supports critical components of Wipfli’s M&A activities—specifically acquisitions—by overseeing T&C-related projects to ensure smooth integration and successful outcomes.

Other

+ Performs or coordinates the tactical duties necessary to assist or administer various aspects of the firm’s compensation and benefit, talent acquisition, organization development, and associate relations programs.

+ Exhibits the ability to follow standardized process templates, collaborates with more senior HR Business Advisors when unique circumstances arise

+ Develops and maintains a high level of process and compliance knowledge and expertise.

+ Identifies and assesses business risk within the scope of their responsibilities and escalates when necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

+ Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or similar field

+ Human Resource Certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP) preferred

+ 3+ years in human resources

Abilities:

+ Ability to plan, prioritize, and organize work effectively

+ Ability to work unsupervised and assume responsibilities while recognizing when to ask for help

+ Ability to navigate through ambiguity and approach opportunities in a flexible and creative manner

+ Ability to balance many projects simultaneously

+ Ability to work under pressure and time deadlines

+ Ability to hold a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and timeliness for completion of projects

+ Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills

+ Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.

+ Proficient in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

+ Ability to analyze data and recommend solutions

Communication

+ Written, Verbal, and Presentation

Technology

+ Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook

+ Proficient in Workday (Preferred)

+ Experience with AI tools and technologies strongly preferred

Tiffany Farnsworth, from our recruiting team, will be guiding you through this process. Visit herLinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-farnsworth-39725678/) page to connect!

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Additional Details

Additional Details:

Wipfli is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All candidates will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Wipfli is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or participate in our recruiting process, please send us an email at [email protected]

Wipfli values fair, transparent, and competitive compensation, considering each candidate's unique skills and experiences. The estimated base pay range for this role is $66,000 - $89,000, with offers typically not made at the maximum, allowing for future salary increases. The actual salary at the time of offer depends on business related factors like location, skills, experience, training/education, licensure, certifications, business needs, current associate pay, and relevant employment laws.

Individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, subject to participation rules and based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual and Firm performance.

Wipfli cares about our associates and offers a variety of benefits to support their well-being. Highlights include 8 health plan options (both HMO & PPO plans), dental and vision coverage, opportunity to enroll in HSA with potential Firm contribution and an Employee Assistance Program. Other benefits include firm-sponsored basic life and short and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) savings plan & profit share as well as Firm matching contribution, well-being incentive, education & certification assistance, flexible time off, family care leave, parental leave, family formation benefits, cell phone reimbursement, and travel rewards. Voluntary benefit offerings include critical illness & accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, legal, long-term care, pet insurance, ID theft protection, and supplemental life/AD&D. Eligibility for all benefits programs is dependent on annual hours expectation, position status/level and location.

"Wipfli" is the brand name under which Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC and its respective subsidiary entities provide professional services. Wipfli LLP and Wipfli Advisory LLC (and its respective subsidiary entities) practice in an alternative practice structure in accordance with the AICPA Code of Professional Conduct and applicable law, regulations, and professional standards. Wipfli LLP is a licensed independent CPA firm that provides attest services to its clients, and Wipfli Advisory LLC provides tax and business consulting services to its clients. Wipfli Advisory LLC and its subsidiary entities are not licensed CPA firms.

Job LocationsUS-PA-Philadelphia | US-GA-Atlanta | US-PA-Philadelphia | US-VA-Reston | US-MI-Southfield, MI | US-WI-Milwaukee | US-MN-Minneapolis | US-CO-Denver | US-ME-Augusta | US-IL-Chicago

Job ID 2025-7359

Category Human Resources

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