Temporary Senior People Business Partner

As a Temporary Senior People Business Partner (PBP) role you will partner directly with executive leaders and their teams to build a high-performance, feedback-rich culture, drive business outcomes, and support our people through key moments in the employee lifecycle. As a trusted advisor, the Senior PBP uses their deep knowledge of HR practices, organizational development, and data to influence and guide leadership in building intentional people practices to support the mission and vision of MCG. We are currently seeking a short-term (6-month contract) Senior PBP to support needs across the business. 

You will manage: 

• Strategic Business Partnership: 
  Partner with department leaders to align people strategies with business objectives, using data and insights to drive decision-making and influence outcomes. 

• Employee Experience & Engagement: 
  Champion employee engagement by identifying areas for improvement, implementing action plans, and fostering a positive, inclusive culture. 

• Organizational Development: 
  Lead and support initiatives related to team effectiveness, change management, talent calibration, succession planning, and organizational design. 

• Talent Management: 
  Guide performance management, career development planning, and internal mobility efforts, ensuring top talent is nurtured and retained. 

• Coaching & Advisory: 
  Act as a coach and sounding board for managers and leaders on issues such as leadership, conflict resolution, employee relations, and team dynamics. 

• Collaboration & Leadership: 
  Collaborate with centers of excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, DEIB, Total Rewards, Learning & Development) to deliver integrated solutions that meet business needs. 

• Compliance & Risk Mitigation: 
  Ensure consistent application of company policies, employment law compliance, and proactive risk management. 

What We’re Looking For: 

• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a strategic business partner or similar advisory role. 

• Deep understanding of HR disciplines including performance management, organizational design, employee relations, and compensation. 

• Proven ability to build credibility with senior stakeholders and influence through data, storytelling, and relationship-building. 

• Comfortable working in high-relationship cultures. 

• Experience navigating complex employee situations with discretion and sound judgment. 

• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills. 

Other Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field preferred (Master’s or HR certifications a plus). 

• Experience leading through times of transformation a plus.  

• Specialist experience of 2+ years with organizational development, change management, employee relations, or leadership development strongly preferred.   

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

Communication 

• Requires ability to communicate in English effectively both verbally and in writing. 
• Ability to follow appropriate communications channels. 
• Professional telephone and in-person etiquette.  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required 

 Team Building/Interpersonal Skills 

• Demonstrates competency by maintaining positive, collaborative, and constructive  
• interpersonal relationships.  Understands and practices the principles of effective teamwork.  

   Work Prioritization/Flexibility/Adaptability 

• Demonstrates ability to prioritize work assignments and meet productivity and quality standards.  

Effective organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability to work concurrently on diverse projects.  Maintain high standards for accuracy, professionalism, productivity and confidentiality.   

 Computer/Office Skills 

• Proficiency with MS Office products and Internet skills required.  
• Typing and work-processing skills required.  
• Proficiency in data and report management skills.  
• Proficiency in records management skills.  

The above is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for, the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. 

Pay Range: $114,500– $150,000 yearly 

We embrace diversity and equal opportunity and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Only with diverse thoughts and ideas will we be able to create the change we want in healthcare. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be for it. 

MCG Health is a Seattle, Washington-based company and is considering remote candidates with a preference for those located in Seattle.