HR Business Partner - Rockford, IL

Job Details

Job Location:

Rockford IL Headquarters - Rockford, IL 61107

Position Type:
Full Time Salary Range: $80,000.00 - $ Salary/year

Job Shift: Day

At Savant, we are seeking a Talent Advisor (HR Business Partner) to join our growing team. Our Human Resources Business Partners sit at the intersection of people, policy, purpose, and real business outcomes. You’ll partner closely with leaders across the firm, helping them think through employee relations, performance, growth, structure, and everything in between. Yes, compliance matters here. But it’s never the whole story.

We’re looking for someone who knows the rules and understands when context matters, someone who can explain the “why,” not just enforce the “what.”

If you like building trust, navigating gray areas, and being a true thought partner to the business (not just the HR safety net), keep reading.

• Partnering with leaders on employee relations, performance conversations, engagement, team dynamics, and workforce planning
• Helping leaders think through decisions that balance business needs, risk, and the human side of impact
• Coaching leaders through tough conversations — not avoiding them, not sugarcoating them, but navigating them well
• Translating business goals into practical people solutions (and flagging issues before they turn into fires)
• Supporting change — including organizational growth and M&A activity — with clarity, empathy, and structure
• Being a visible, trusted presence for employees who need guidance or perspective

This role lives in nuance. We don’t always have perfectly clean playbooks — especially in a growing organization — so good judgment, curiosity, and flexibility matter just as much as technical HR knowledge.

• Has high standards and a healthy sense of humor
• Doesn’t pretend HR work is easy — but supports each other through it
• Values strong judgment, partnership, and honesty over being “perfect”
• Works mostly virtual, but really appreciates face‑to‑face time when possible

Ideally, this role will be based near Rockford, IL, with the ability to come into the office at least once a week.

• Have at least 5years of HR Business Partner and/or Generalist experience
• Havea bachelors degree
• Are confident navigating employee relations scenarios and explaining the why behind decisions
• Have strong executive presence and experience working closely with leaders and managers at all levels of an organization.
• Can balance employment law and compliance with empathy and pragmatism
• Build trust easily — even in mostly virtual environments
• Are comfortable making and standing behind unpopular decisions when needed
• Like being a partner to the business, not just a processor of policies

• Experience in wealth management, financial services, or similar professional services environments
• M&A exposure (due diligence, integration, onboarding)
• Prior experience with HRIS Systems
• HR certifications (SHRM‑CP/SCP, etc.)

At Savant, we are committed to supporting our employees as well as investing in their well‑being and growth. We take a market-based approach to compensation. The expected base salary range for this role nationally is $80,000 - $118,000.However, final base pay will be carefully determined based on several factors, including responsibilities, skills, relevant experience, geographic location, and market conditions. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation.

We also offer a benefits package designed to enhance both your personal and professional life. Below is an overview of our total rewards offering. The benefits available for this role can be discussed in detail during the hiring process.

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