WORK OPTION: The NBA currently provides eligible employees the option of working remotely one day per week.

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Group Summary

The HR Business Partner Team, within the Human Resources Team at the NBA, is responsible for providing direct HR support across all US business units to drive the attraction and retention of the talent needed to fulfill the organizations priorities and objectives. Services provided include consultation and support for business leaders to ensure that business needs are met through the coordination of HR services including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Talent Management, Employee Relations, HR Operations, TeamHR, Communications and employee engagement.

Job Summary

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) position has client services oversight over assigned client groups – Basketball Operations, Referee Operations, G League, WNBA, Social Responsibility and Player Programs, the NBA Foundation and the NBA Coalition. They are the primary liaison between the business and the HR function with the primary responsibility of coordinating a human capital strategy that aligns our department services with key business objectives. The position serves as a consultant to management on human resource-related issues and the role assesses and anticipates HR-related needs. Communicating needs proactively within the HR department and client groups, the HRBP seeks to develop integrated solutions. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

Major Responsibilities

Ensures the coordination and delivery of high-quality HR services and support across business units that is consistent, proactive and timely to effectively attract and retain the necessary talent to advance the mission and goals of the NBA and its leaders. Recommend, customize and implement effective Human Resources solutions to business issues and initiatives. This role also works collaboratively to ensure that the NBA maintains a highly professional work environment, and a culture that is highly diverse and inclusive.

Serve as the primary HRBP for an assigned client groups. Responsible for guiding any supporting staff within that business vertical. Coordinate efforts across all Centers of Excellences (COEs) to best serve that vertical. Set direction and raise issues on behalf of the group and work with other vertical leads to align on initiatives and execution.

Establish and build credibility as a go to resource for business leaders in serving as an internal consultant to proactively advise clients on the design and implementation of effective organizational structures to help deliver on business objectives and enable long-term success. Provide guidance and input on workforce planning and succession planning.

Support the ongoing development, support and execution of high level HR planning and organization wide change efforts including department reorganizations and HR change management globally.

Develop plans in partnership with other HR leaders across Total Rewards, Talent, HR Operations, HR Project Management Office, HR Communications and Employee Relations to proactively identify areas of efficiency.

Partner effectively with internal groups and stakeholders to identify areas of need and improvement to advance the NBA’s values with an emphasis on inclusive HR practices that builds a highly inclusive work culture. Look to predict staffing needs and enhance workforce retention.

Serve as a subject matter expert on the core HR disciplines to drive business outcomes including organizational effectiveness, compensation practices, recruitment, leadership trends and other relevant subjects. Effectively applies advanced knowledge of HR to the needs of the business in coordinating HR services and support.

Manage, coach and mentor HRBPs, Generalists and Analysts.

Represent the voice of stakeholders in highlighting both opportunities and challenges with existing policies or practices, outlines recommendations for improvements and works collaboratively with stakeholders to implement improvements.

Ensure compliance with NBA policies and proactively identify improvements working in close partnership with the NBA Employment and Labor Relations teams.

Effectively partner with other related functions - Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Compensation, People Operations & Systems, Benefits, and Legal - to advance the company's mission, values and business strategies.

Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with HR subject matter experts and business leaders to strategically develop and recommend solutions, programs and policies.

Where appropriate, assist with all aspects of labor relations (CBA, etc).

Enhance recruiting efforts by managing the creation of strong job descriptions and ensuring successful tip-offs between hiring managers and the Talent Acquisition team. Serve as a strong partner to the Talent Acquisition team.

Improve upon and monitor employee productivity. Manage employee performance issues including assisting with the drafting of Performance Improvement Plans and overseeing the termination process.

Work with compensation colleagues to structure appropriate compensation and benefits packages.

Energize others and champion collaboration amongst HR & the business.

Align on immigration and sponsorship needs across our function in partnership with Benefits, Talent Acquisition, Legal, and Finance

Required Education/Professional Experience

Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred in an HR discipline or related field.
10+ years of HR experience

Required Skills/Knowledge Attributes

Must possess business acumen, superior interpersonal skills and a strong professional presence with an ability to build credibility with business leaders to prioritize key tasks and quick wins for success, while enacting longer terms strategic plans to improve service and support.
Must be capable in building credibility across all levels and in advancing initiatives with sustainable progress toward completion.
Must be a strong communicator, facilitator and community builder. They must be equipped to lead and build consensus, and to sustain progress where there are challenges or the answers are not immediately clear.
Lead and build consensus, and to sustain progress where there are challenges or the answers are not immediately clear.
Excellent client service skills and the capacity to facilitate the needs of multiple business units.
Conversant and highly adept in analyzing and leveraging metrics and data to establish baselines and support desired people outcomes that drive the business forward. Experience in analyzing complex business issues, including interpretation of financial and operational data.
Expert user of enterprise talent management systems and/or enterprise resource systems to provide relevant business reports related to people.
A curious mindset, to think innovatively and rationally about concerns and come up with creative solutions.
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.
Experience in the core disciplines of HR including recruitment (executive search), compensation, learning, organizational development and in using data and analytics to identify important HR related trends. Working knowledge of employment law, HR practices and staffing industry trends.
Strong project management skills with demonstrated ability to move on desired outcomes within established timeframes. Experience leading and thriving in a dynamic, constantly changing environment.
High level of integrity in maintaining sensitive and confidential information.
Demonstrates a confident and professional executive presence.
Ability to inspire others to action through demonstrated strong communication (verbal and written), presentation, relationship-building and social skills.
Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis.
Executive presence including candor and clarity in conveying messages.
Working knowledge of employment and labor law.
Ability to anticipate the needs of the business and work proactively to provide necessary HR solutions.
Exceptional intuition, sensitivity ("good radar") and listening skills.

Salary Range

$185,000-$240,000

Job Posting Title

Senior Director

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About The NBA

The National Basketball Association (NBA) is a global sports and media organization with the mission to inspire and connect people everywhere through the power of basketball. Built around five professional sports leagues: the NBA, WNBA, NBA G League, NBA 2K League and Basketball Africa League, the NBA has established a major international presence with games and programming available in 214 countries and territories in 60 languages, and merchandise for sale in more than 200 countries and territories on all seven continents. NBA rosters at the start of the 2024-25 season featured a record-tying 125 international players from a record-tying 43 countries. NBA Digital’s assets include NBA TV, NBA.com, the NBA App and NBA League Pass. The NBA has created one of the largest social media communities in the world, with more than 2.3 billion likes and followers globally across all leagues, team and player platforms. NBA Cares, the NBA’s global social responsibility platform, partners with renowned community-based organizations around the world to address important social issues in the areas of education, inclusion, youth and family development, and health and wellness.

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