Position Type: Full time
State: VA
City: Arlington
Zip Code: 22203

Overview

AvalonBay Communities, Inc., an equity REIT, has a long-term track record of developing, redeveloping, acquiring and managing distinctive apartment homes in some of the best U.S. markets, and delivering outsized, risk-adjusted returns to shareholders. With equal parts experience and vision, we’ve established a leadership position rooted in our purpose of creating a better way to live and that is always focused on building value for the long term.

Creating a better way to live is the purpose that binds AvalonBay associates. We take that purpose seriously and expect you will as well. By focusing on collaboration, innovation, and taking ownership of our choices and actions, we act in ways that focus on creating value for our customers, investors and associates. Your positive, professional, and consistent personal interactions make AvalonBay a great place to work.

The Role

The Senior HR Business Partner serves as a strategic advisor to Senior business leaders in matters related to organizational and people matters and contributes to enhancing customer service, organizational efficiency, and associate engagement. This role plays a key part in aligning HR strategies with AvalonBay’s strategic business objectives by focusing on effective practices related to talent management, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, compliance, change management, and engagement activities.

We are seeking a partner to support the financial services group including Capital Markets, Financial Planning & Analysis, Tax, Corporate Accounting, Investor Relations, Internal Audit, Risk Management and our Centralized Customer Service Center.

Key Responsibilities

Talent, Performance, and Succession Management:

• Partner with leaders to identify, develop, and retain top talent, support succession planning/career development programs

• Lead and facilitate Talent Management discussions to assess organizational needs, develop strategic initiatives, and implement solutions that build a sustainable leadership pipeline within designated business units

• Provide guidance on development action plans and equip leaders with tailored growth strategies and resources. Recommend career development programs that align with individual and organizational growth objectives

• Support leaders in conducting performance reviews, setting goals, and providing coaching for continuous improvement

• Collaborate with business leaders to come up with a strategic staffing plan designed to meet future needs.

• Partner with regional HR Managers to plan and design regional talent strategies and talent discussions consistent with business unit goals

• Partner with other Business Partners and HR functions (Compensation, Recruiting, Learning & Development, Benefits, etc.) to identify organization wide trends and design and implement appropriate strategies

Organizational Effectiveness:

• Collaborate with business leaders to assess and refine organizational design, structure, and workforce planning to ensure alignment with business strategy

• Drive initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, optimize team structures and workflows, and improve cross-functional collaboration

Change Management and Communication:

• Lead HR-driven change initiatives, support leaders in managing transitions, and promote a culture of continuous improvement

• Provide HR expertise and strategic leadership on key initiatives and projects that require cross-functional collaboration, broad stakeholder alignment, and effective implementation. Ensure HR solutions are informed by the right input and integrated across all relevant functions

• Support leaders in managing change by providing a framework, advice, and support throughout the change process to maximize associate adoption, minimize resistance, and maintain engagements during transitions.

• Coordinate with other functional groups to implement changes, and draft and communicate associated HR policy updates

Employee Relations, Policy & Compliance:

• Work in partnership with management to provide HR expertise and guidance on employee relations matters, conflict resolution, coaching, counseling, and disciplinary actions

• Oversee legal compliance by managing internal investigations, implementing and communicating new legislation, and coordinating employee litigation in consultation with legal counsel to ensure adherence to federal and state laws

• Monitor federal laws, regulations, and workplace trends impacting the associate population; collaborate with business partners to identify necessary actions and ensure ongoing compliance

• Collaborate with business leaders and HR Steering Committee leaders to update and develop consistent and streamlined policies, programs and solutions

• Continuously assesses workforce related risks and works collaboratively with others to implement strategies to address and advise management accordingly

Engagement & Culture:

• Collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute employee engagement strategies, using survey insights and feedback to cultivate a positive workplace culture and enhance employee satisfaction

• Promote a positive and engaged workforce by identifying and addressing issues that impact employee morale and productivity

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure support and alignment for HR initiatives

HR Metrics & Analytics:

• Analyze HR functional data trends and metrics to identify patterns, inform business decisions and recommend actions based on data insights (e.g. engagement surveys, HR metrics, etc.)

• Identify emerging trends and collaborate with business leaders to deliver insights, updates, training, and strategic context that inform effective recommendations and drive meaningful solutions

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in an HR Business Partner or similar role

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources or a related field; Advance degree preferred

• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Experience in managing organizational effectiveness and talent management strategies (including performance management, employee development, and succession planning)

• Expertise in leading and implementing company-wide change management initiatives

• Proven ability to build relationships and effectively influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization

• Ability to manage multiple projects and initiatives simultaneously

• Strong project and time management skills

• Displays critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills

• Ability to analyze HR metrics and translate insights into actionable strategies

• Ability to develop strategies to improve employee engagement, morale, and satisfaction

• In-depth understanding of HR legislation, employment law, principles, policies, and procedures

• Skilled at engaging appropriate stakeholders at the right time to ensure buy-in and appropriately balancing enterprise needs with those of the business unit

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including clear and concise written and verbal communication

How AvalonBay Supports You

Additional Info

AvalonBay is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  We believe that in order to achieve our purpose of creating a better way to live, we must recruit, develop and retain associates with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives and create an environment that encourages all voices to be heard, understood and appreciated. With this we know we can do great things.

AvalonBay makes employment decisions without regard to a person’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation or related medical conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including characteristics or testing), citizenship status, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by the law.

For California residents, if you elect to apply to AvalonBay you accept the AvalonBay California Personnel Privacy Notice (https://www.avaloncommunities.com/california-personnel-privacy-notice/)

Job ID JR105062