Human Resources Business Partner, Senior Associate

The Cyber & Intelligence Sector HR Team has an opportunity for an early career Human Resources Business Partner who is ready to grow beyond transactional HR and start building the instincts of a strategic partner. This role is best suited for someone who is eager to learn and is energized by the idea of understanding how the business works. You’ll be embedded in a sector on a team that is expected to be a real partner to the business. The work can be complex, you will be challenged, but also supported and encouraged to grow.

 

What You’ll Do

• Demonstrates curiosity about the big picture and an eagerness to understand how HR connects to broader business goals; willing to dig into details to support team objectives
• Takes initiative to contribute to HR projects and programs from early stages, assist in developing plans and processes, and follow through on assigned tasks within established timelines
• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively with peers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• Ability to identify issues, gather relevant information, and propose thoughtful solutions with guidance from senior HR partners
• Willingness to ask the right questions to understand a problem, research options, and support the delivery of appropriate HR solutions and resources
• Comfortable working with data and metrics; ability to support workforce analysis and translate findings into actionable insights with direction from leadership
• Foundational understanding of employee relations principles; ability to approach sensitive situations with objectivity, professionalism, and fairness
• Ability to clearly document HR processes, summarize findings, and draft professional communications related to HR and employee relations matters
• Able to manage multiple tasks, remain flexible, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Supports positive interactions between employees and leadership by serving as an approachable and reliable HR resource
• Demonstrates sound judgment in handling sensitive information and communicates with appropriate discretion based on role and context

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field
• 2 years of experience as an HR Business Partner, generalist, or related HR function
• Foundational understanding of HR practices including performance management, employee relations, and employment law basics
• Ability to give, receive, and implement constructive feedback
• Positive, adaptable mindset when priorities shift or processes evolve
• Comfort working in ambiguous circumstances
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills that aid in building trust quickly
• Confidence to interact with business leaders at all levels
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance
• Must be a US citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting a government contracting workforce
• Familiarity with HR platforms like Workday and iCIMS

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.

$66,000 - $106,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.