Associate Business Partner

About the Job

The Associate People Business Partner (APBP) is responsible for providing support to managers and staff in all areas of Human Resources. The APBP supports the delivery of annual HR processes and programs in close collaboration with People Strategy Leaders (PSLs) and People Team Centers of Expertise (COEs). The APBP also provides day-to-day guidance and support to employees and managers with assigned business units and contributes to business unit specific projects as needed.

• Build strong, trusted relationships across the People Team and with managers and employees within assigned functions.
• Support the execution of annual people processes, incorporating best practices and organizational guidance.
• Advise managers on the interpretation and application of employee policies and practices.
• Act as point of intake for potential employee relations matters, using sound judgment to identify appropriate escalation paths to People Strategy Leaders (PSL) or Legal.
• Support the successful execution of annual people processes and programs within assigned functions, including but not limited to:
  • Performance management (i.e. OKR setting, annual reviews, development plans)
  • Compensation management (offer formulation, annual salary planning)
  • Promotion process and calibration support
  • Support for Talent review and Succession Planning activities
• Partner with PSLs and COEs to create and deliver communications, training, and relevant materials that promote high levels of engagement, adoption, and completion of people programs.
• Provide support for unique business unit needs including but not limited to:
  • Updating onboarding resources for leaders
  • Developing career ladders and competency frameworks
  • Supporting the planning, execution, and implementation of organizational changes
  • Supporting ongoing employee engagement activities including creating presentations and coordinating results meetings
  • Prepare reports and presentations to facilitate visibility into organizational health and people-oriented metrics
• Participate in and support special People Team projects or initiatives that may arise.
• Champion and steward FMI's unique values and ensure alignment with these values.
• Other duties or special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 3+ years of human resources experience

• Experience in Oracle HRMS
• Strong business acumen and working knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines, including, but not limited to: HR operations, compensation, benefits, performance management, employee relations, reward and recognition, and both federal and state employment laws
• Fundamental understanding of HR processes and practices
• Proficiency in Microsoft suite with emphasis on Excel and Power Point
• Ability to take data and help translate into insights and solutions (i.e., Employee Survey, Compensation)
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills with experience interfacing with employees at all levels
• Flexibility, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative and rapidly growing business where prioritization and efficiency are key
• Understanding of the importance of employee and company data privacy
• Commitment to reflect FMI’s values:
  Integrity, Courage, and Passion

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Boston, MA is $82,000 - $91,000 per year. The salary range is commensurate with Foundation Medicine’s compensation practice and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

This position also qualifies for Foundation Medicine’s benefits.

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