Associate Human Resources Business Partner

Hachette Book Group is hiring an Associate Human Resources Business Partner to serve as a trusted HR partner for assigned business units. This hybrid role in New York, NY focuses on people operations and talent support, partnering closely with managers and experienced HR leaders to improve the employee experience.

Location: New York City (Hybrid – three days per week in the office)

What you’ll do

• Act as the primary Human Resources Business Partner for assigned client groups.
• Develop trusted relationships with managers and employees by delivering timely, practical HR guidance.
• Coach managers on performance management, employee development, policy interpretation, and day-to-day employee relations, escalating complex situations to senior HR team members as needed.
• Build a working understanding of the assigned business units and identify opportunities to support leaders and enhance the employee experience.
• Support organizational changes and business initiatives within client groups.
• Conduct new hire check-ins and exit interviews, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
• Participate in annual talent review and succession planning discussions for assigned teams.
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for assigned business units.
• Partner with hiring managers to develop recruiting strategies, screen candidates, coordinate interviews, support hiring decisions, and help facilitate the offer process.
• Maintain a positive candidate experience while building strong working relationships with hiring managers.
• Support onboarding activities that help new employees transition successfully.
• Own assigned department-wide HR programs and continuously evaluate opportunities for improvement.
• Manage HBG’s internship program, including intern recruitment, onboarding, manager support, and coordination of the Make It Your Business summer speaker series.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives, including Hachette Heroes and other recognition programs.
• Facilitate New Hire Orientation and other assigned HR training programs.
• Support development and maintenance of manager resources, HR communications, and department toolkits.
• Coordinate department-wide HR projects and provide operational support for initiatives including HR systems, audits, compliance activities, labor relations projects, and document management.
• Assist with HR reporting, recordkeeping, and administrative processes to support accurate documentation and strong service delivery.
• Stay flexible and contribute wherever needed to support department priorities and employee and manager service.

What you bring

• 2 to 3 years of progressive Human Resources experience in an HR Assistant, HR Coordinator, HR Generalist, Talent Acquisition, or similar role.
• Experience supporting recruitment and employee relations.
• Ability to build trust and credibility with employees and managers.
• Strong organizational skills, including exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience facilitating onboarding, training, or presentations is preferred.
• Growth mindset with curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning.
• Customer service orientation, with an owner mentality and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.
• Exposure to labor relations or a unionized environment is a plus.
• Publishing or media experience is welcomed but not required.

Compensation

• Base pay range: $60,000 to $70,000 per year.
• Salary may vary based on factors including skills, experience, and location; discuss details with your recruiter.
• At times, you may be required (or requested) to work overtime due to the nature of the role, exceptional workload issues, or special projects.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision
• Basic and supplemental life
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accidental death and dismemberment
• Critical illness
• Hospital indemnity
• Long-term care
• Health and dependent care FSA
• Commuter benefit plan
• Employee assistance program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Travel assistance
• 401(k)
• Discretionary bonus program
• PTO: 15 vacation days, 3 personal days, 10 holidays, and generous sick leave
• Group discounts on auto and home insurance and legal services

How to apply

To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter.