Human Resources Business Partner
Edged · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $120,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Support leaders and employees in site-based operations.
- Advise on full employee lifecycle processes.
- Manage employee relations and compliance.
- Drive culture, engagement, and performance.
- Requires 5+ years HR in operational settings.
About the role
About Edged Data Centers
Edged is a fast-growing provider of sustainable data centers and energy infrastructure. The company builds and operates a global network of ultra-efficient, AI-ready data centers with waterless cooling for colocation, hyperscale and build-to-suit customers. The highly differentiated infrastructure platform is the first large-scale, global deployment of waterless cooling platform-wide and transforms data center growth into a catalyst for sustainable development. Edged is backed by a deep proprietary technology stack that will include renewable microgrid systems, ultra-clean generators, and waste-to-fuel solutions. The platform is designed for rapid deployment with more than a dozen new data centers operating or under construction across Europe and North America and a gigawatt-scale project pipeline.The North American division of Edged is a joint venture between one of the largest private multinational corporations in the world and an affiliate of Endeavour. Endeavour is a purpose-driven organization helping innovators to develop and launch breakthrough solutions for global challenges in the areas of energy, water, and waste. Endeavour companies are made up of passionate change-makers who want to leave the world better than the way we found it. Today, Endeavour is deploying solutions that are immediately scalable and deliver both high financial returns and positive impact, including EV charging, waterless data center cooling, and advanced energy systems.
Overview
The HR Business Partner is a visible, approachable, and trusted resource for leaders, managers, and employees across our site-based operations. This role is designed to be more than a traditional HR point of contact—it helps managers lead well, helps employees feel supported and heard, and strengthens the overall employee experience through practical guidance, thoughtful problem-solving, and proactive engagement. This role supports the full employee lifecycle by advising leaders and employees, interpreting policies, assessing risk, recommending practical solutions, and guiding people-related decisions across manager coaching, employee relations, engagement, performance management, workforce planning, and key employee lifecycle and compliance processes. Success in this role requires strong relationship-building skills, independent judgment, operational credibility, and the ability to balance empathy, consistency, compliance, company values, and business needs in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted advisor to people managers providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, leadership development, and employee relations.
- Partner with managers to anticipate business needs and develop strategies that drive performance, engagement, and retention.
- Coach and develop people managers through real-time guidance on employee performance, difficult conversations, conflict resolution, and day-to-day people management challenges in a 24/7 operational environment.
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional HR initiatives and projects, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and successful execution through strong project management practices.
- Champion organizational culture, inclusion, and employee experience at every level of the business.
- Influence managers with data-driven insights and thoughtful recommendations to guide decision-making.
- Drive consistency and alignment across people practices, ensuring HR initiatives reinforce company values and strategic objectives.
- Act as a pulse-check for employee sentiment, providing feedback and insights to leadership to inform action plans.
- Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations concerns, conducting intake and investigations as required and making recommendations as appropriate.
- Advise employees and managers on policy interpretation and application, ensuring consistency and compliance.
Job Requirements
- 5+ years of HR experience in a generalist or specialist role; Required work in Data Center operations/construction and field-based, industrial, or operational settings supporting mission critical workforce.
- Proven ability to foster culture and engagement in evolving or high-change environments.
- Strong project management skills with demonstrated success leading coordinated, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
- Exceptional ability to balance tactical execution with strategic planning.
- Skilled in change management, organizational development, and building leadership capability.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into action.
- Excellent communication, facilitation, and influence skills.
- Agile, resourceful, and comfortable leading in an evolving, fast-paced environment.
- Travel required is expected to be up to 25% across US operating markets
EEO Statement
Edged is an equal opportunities employer. We believe in ensuring equal access to employment opportunities for all. We assess candidate qualifications and make recruiting decisions based on the experience, capabilities and skills you share with us in your application and applicable materials. Hiring and employment decisions within Edged are not based on religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Total Rewards Statement
This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; PTO; employee assistance program; and other company benefits. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, location, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the of the range shown.Great Place to Work
Enjoy…- A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture focused on innovation.
- A flexible, autonomous work environment.
- A culture of respect, learning, and excellence.
- Experienced, highly talented experts as team peers.
- Growth and travel opportunities.
- A team of change-makers having a significant impact on people and the planet.
Skills & topics
- Human Resources
- HR Business Partner
- Employee Relations
- Performance Management
- Workforce Planning
- Organizational Development
- Change Management
- Data Centers
- Operations
- Compliance
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight HR experience in data center or industrial settings. Emphasize project management and change management skills.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Showcase your understanding of Edged's mission and your ability to balance business needs with employee well-being.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience in employee relations, performance management, and fostering culture in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrate operational credibility: Provide examples of how you've advised managers and influenced decision-making in critical operational settings.
- Network if possible: Connect with current employees on LinkedIn to gain insights into the company culture and the HRBP role.
Technical preparation
Study data center operations and HR needs.,Review employee relations and compliance best practices.,Familiarize with HRIS and relevant HR software.,Analyze workforce planning and organizational design.
Behavioral questions
Describe handling difficult employee conversations.,How do you balance empathy and business needs?,Share an example of influencing leadership.,How do you foster culture in a changing environment?
Frequently asked questions
- What specific HR experience is required for the Human Resources Business Partner role at Edged?
- The role requires a minimum of 5 years of HR experience, ideally in a generalist or specialist capacity. Crucially, Edged is seeking candidates with prior experience in Data Center operations/construction or similar field-based, industrial, or operational settings that support a mission-critical workforce. This industry-specific experience is key to understanding the unique challenges and needs of the workforce.
- How does Edged foster culture and engagement in a fast-paced operational environment?
- Edged emphasizes fostering culture and engagement through a combination of strong leadership guidance, proactive employee relations, and championing the company's values at all levels. The HR Business Partner will play a key role in this by providing real-time coaching to managers, acting as a pulse-check for employee sentiment, and ensuring HR initiatives align with strategic objectives and company values, even within a 24/7 operational setting.
- What kind of travel is expected for the Human Resources Business Partner position at Edged?
- The Human Resources Business Partner role requires travel of up to 25% across US operating markets. This travel is necessary to support site-based operations and engage with managers and employees across different locations within the United States.
- What makes the Human Resources Business Partner role at Edged unique compared to traditional HR roles?
- This HR Business Partner role at Edged is designed to be more than a traditional contact point. It's a visible, approachable, and trusted resource focused on helping managers lead effectively, ensuring employees feel supported, and proactively strengthening the overall employee experience through practical guidance, problem-solving, and strategic engagement across the full employee lifecycle.
- How does Edged approach hiring and employee decisions in line with EEO guidelines?
- Edged is an equal opportunities employer committed to ensuring equal access to employment. They assess candidates solely based on their experience, capabilities, and skills shared in applications. Hiring and employment decisions are not influenced by factors such as religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability status, aligning with EEO guidelines.