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Principal Human Resources Business Partner jobs are open across technology, healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing, from senior HR business partner to VP-adjacent principal roles, with specializations in organizational design, workforce planning, and executive coaching. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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THIS IS A DIRECT PLACEMENT WITH OUR CLIENT - A Non-Profit Medical Facility
Southern Maryland | PG County
Full-Time | Exempt | Hybrid
Travel Required
Compensation: $115,000 – $135,000
Ready to help build the future of People & Culture?
Our client is seeking an experienced HR leader to serve as our Senior People Operations Business Partner, the second-in-command to the Head of People & Culture. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on HR professional who thrives in transformation environments and is passionate about building high-performing teams, strengthening culture, and creating exceptional employee experiences. The position is designed as a succession-track opportunity with growth potential into a Director-level role.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- HR certification required (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent)
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience
- 2-3+ years of HR leadership experience
- Healthcare or FQHC experience preferred
- Expertise in employee relations, compliance, performance management, workforce planning, and leadership coaching
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leaders, managers, and operational teams for assigned high-volume clinics.
- Lead employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management efforts.
- Develop and implement workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and talent development strategies.
- Drive organizational change initiatives and People & Culture transformation projects.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Coach leaders on employee engagement, accountability, leadership effectiveness, and workforce management.
- Support culture-building initiatives that enhance employee experience and organizational performance.
- Act as the primary backup to the Head of People & Culture and provide leadership support across all People & Culture functions as directed.
Compensation & Benefits
$115,000 - $135,000 annually, plus a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, professional development support, and tuition assistance.
Why Join Them?
As we transition from Human Resources to People & Culture, you'll have the opportunity to help shape a modern, employee-centered function focused on engagement, development, operational excellence, and strategic partnership.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Join them as they build the future of People & Culture and create an exceptional employee experience for the teams that serve our communities every day.
Pay: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brandywine, MD 20613
THIS IS A DIRECT PLACEMENT WITH OUR CLIENT - A Non-Profit Medical Facility
Southern Maryland | PG County
Full-Time | Exempt | Hybrid
Travel Required
Compensation: $115,000 – $135,000
Ready to help build the future of People & Culture?
Our client is seeking an experienced HR leader to serve as our Senior People Operations Business Partner, the second-in-command to the Head of People & Culture. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on HR professional who thrives in transformation environments and is passionate about building high-performing teams, strengthening culture, and creating exceptional employee experiences. The position is designed as a succession-track opportunity with growth potential into a Director-level role.
Key Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- HR certification required (SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR, or equivalent)
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience
- 2-3+ years of HR leadership experience
- Healthcare or FQHC experience preferred
- Expertise in employee relations, compliance, performance management, workforce planning, and leadership coaching
Primary Responsibilities
- Serve as a strategic advisor to executive leaders, managers, and operational teams for assigned high-volume clinics.
- Lead employee relations, investigations, conflict resolution, and performance management efforts.
- Develop and implement workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and talent development strategies.
- Drive organizational change initiatives and People & Culture transformation projects.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
- Coach leaders on employee engagement, accountability, leadership effectiveness, and workforce management.
- Support culture-building initiatives that enhance employee experience and organizational performance.
- Act as the primary backup to the Head of People & Culture and provide leadership support across all People & Culture functions as directed.
Compensation & Benefits
$115,000 - $135,000 annually, plus a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability coverage, 401(k) with employer match, paid time off, professional development support, and tuition assistance.
Why Join Them?
As we transition from Human Resources to People & Culture, you'll have the opportunity to help shape a modern, employee-centered function focused on engagement, development, operational excellence, and strategic partnership.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This organization is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees are valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. Employment decisions are made without regard to any protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Join them as they build the future of People & Culture and create an exceptional employee experience for the teams that serve our communities every day.
Pay: $115,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Brandywine, MD 20613
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Manufacturing
- Food & Beverage
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in principal human resources business partner jobs.
- 8 or more years of progressive HR business partner experience supporting senior leaders
- Demonstrated ability to design and execute org restructuring or workforce planning initiatives
- Strong proficiency with applicant tracking systems and HRIS platforms
- Experience translating business strategy into talent and organizational effectiveness plans
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, business, organizational psychology, or a related field
- SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent senior HR certification preferred by most employers
Tips for Your Principal Human Resources Business Partner Job Search
Quantify workforce impact on your resume
Principal HRBP roles require evidence of scale and influence. Replace vague statements with specifics: how many employees you supported, how many business units you partnered with, and measurable outcomes from initiatives like restructuring or talent reviews.
Align your resume to the business unit
Many principal HRBP postings are tied to a specific function, like commercial, engineering, or finance. Mirror the business language of that function in your resume so hiring managers see you as a partner who thinks in P&L terms, not just HR terms.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists principal human resources business partner openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings that name a business partner ratio
Job descriptions that mention a specific employee-to-HRBP ratio signal a mature HR structure. Prioritize those when you have direct experience managing high partner ratios, since those employers are comparing candidates on that metric specifically.
Prepare a business case narrative for interviews
Principal HRBP interviews almost always include a scenario where you must present an HR recommendation to skeptical senior leaders. Practice framing your answer in terms of business outcomes, risk, and cost so it lands with a CFO mindset, not an HR mindset.
Negotiate scope alongside compensation
At the principal level, the role's portfolio, reporting line, and decision-making authority vary significantly across organizations. Before accepting an offer, clarify which business units you own, whether you have a seat in leadership team meetings, and what headcount you influence.
Principal Human Resources Business Partner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most principal human resources business partners?
The most active employers for principal human resources business partners right now are Respiris, Genesis HealthCare, and Apple, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Demand is especially consistent in technology, healthcare systems, and large financial services firms.
How many principal human resources business partner jobs are remote?
About 74% of principal human resources business partner openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the relationship-intensive nature of senior HRBP work. Roles focused on executive coaching, workforce analytics, and organizational design tend to offer more remote flexibility than those tied to a single physical business unit.
How do you become a principal human resources business partner?
Start by building a foundation as an HR generalist or business partner, then move into roles where you support increasingly senior client groups. Develop expertise in at least one specialty, such as organizational design, talent management, or labor relations. Earning a senior HR certification and taking on cross-functional projects that require influencing executives accelerates progression into principal-level roles.
Can you get hired as a principal human resources business partner without senior experience?
It's uncommon but possible if you have deep functional expertise, such as a strong background in compensation, organizational development, or M&A HR work, combined with demonstrated exposure to senior leadership. Smaller companies and high-growth startups sometimes title roles at the principal level earlier than larger enterprises, so targeting those environments improves your chances when your years of experience fall short of the typical threshold.
What does the principal human resources business partner interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial screen with a talent acquisition partner, followed by a competency-based interview with the HR leadership team. Candidates then typically complete a business case or org design exercise and present findings to a panel that often includes the CHRO and a senior business leader. Final rounds commonly involve conversations with the executives whose teams you would directly support.
Where can I find and apply to principal human resources business partner jobs?
You can find and apply to principal human resources business partner jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one that matches your experience and target industry.
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