Human Resource Business Partner

Become the next FACE of MRA!

Friendly. Accountable. Centered on Members. Engaged.

MRA = Problem Solved.

That's the FACE Culture that we live and breathe here at MRA.

MRA (The Management Association) is seeking a Human Resource Business Partner to join our team. In this full-time hybrid role, you will support members across various industries with a broad range of HR Support, which may include training, recruitment, and business development. The mix within this blended role will depend upon your skills and experience. Your ability to drive impactful HR solutions and build trusted relationships with member companies will be crucial in helping them meet their HR goals.

Key Responsibilities:

* HR & Payroll Support: Provide full-cycle HR and payroll services to member organizations ranging from 10 to 10,000 employees. This includes:

o Coaching and advising leadership on employee relations and performance management

o Employee life-cycle management (recruitment, onboarding, retention, etc.)

o HR compliance (federal, state, and local laws)

o Developing employee handbooks

o Conducting HR & payroll audits

o Performing 3rd party investigations

o Implementing HR systems and integrations

o Managing job architecture projects

o Payroll processing and administration

o Benefits Administration Policy interpretation and implementation

o Contribute to the development of content for publications, and represent MRA through recorded and live speaking engagements (webinars, podcasts, in-person events).

o Maintain accurate service records and submit semi-monthly time reports.

Member Relations

• Act as a Wayfinder for existing and potential members, guiding them through our services and ensuring they are receiving maximum value.
• Use modern tools and techniques to build and maintain long-term relationships, demonstrating the value of MRA's offerings.

Learning and Development

• Design, prepare, deliver, and evaluate training courses for both member and non-member employees. This includes:
  
  • Developing training materials (e.g., workbooks, presentations, scripts for on-demand learning)
  • Facilitating live online and in-person sessions
  • Collaborating with team members and members to identify training needs and deliver solutions.
  • Evaluating training effectiveness and making continuous improvements.
  • Supporting other instructors with new programs and learning content.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years of HR experience with hands-on experience in payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee relations.
• Proven experience in an HR leadership role, including partnering with leadership on strategic development.
• Strong knowledge of payroll software (ADP WFN, UKG Pro, Paylocity, Paycom, Paycor preferred).
• PHR and/or SHRM-CP Certification; FPC or CPP a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Ability to travel to member companies within a one-hour radius of the local office.

Member Relations:

• Experience in sales and/or business development..
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce preferred).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Learning & Development:

• 2+ years of experience in designing and facilitating adult learning programs.
• Proven experience with both in-person and online facilitation.

Why MRA?

• Competitive base salary + incentive pay
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick days, and a volunteer day)
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings accounts (HSA)
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Life insurance & AD&D
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Voluntary pet insurance