Human Resources Business Partner

Job Summary

At AET, we believe that people are the heart of innovation. We’re building a workplace where collaboration, curiosity, and continuous improvement thrive. Our Human Resources team plays a vital role in shaping that experience—and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for connecting talent with opportunity.

With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee owners. Ownership at AET isn’t just about shares—it’s about shared purpose. Every employee has a stake in our success, and that sense of ownership drives accountability, pride, and a deeper commitment to safety, inclusion, and excellence.

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) provides support and guidance to the business groups in all areas of Human Resources and may include talent management, employee relations, benefits, compensation, and HR data analytics and reporting. This position serves as the primary point of contact for the business unit leaders and employees, providing expertise in HR policies, procedures, and best practices to drive business performance.

• Act as a primary HR partner to assigned business leaders to understand their needs and align HR strategies and solutions with their goals. Develops positive working relationships and business partnerships with designated groups and throughout the company.
• Supports talent management initiatives, including workforce planning, succession planning, and leadership development. Collaborates with business leaders to identify employee development and training needs, creating, and implementing a plan to address those needs.
• Guide leaders in building high-performing teams, navigating change, and creating a culture of engagement and accountability.
• Manages employee relations including investigation and developing solutions that result in fair and timely conflict resolution.
• Drive the successful execution of cyclical programs including performance reviews, workforce planning, engagement surveys, and compensation actions.
• Lead HR initiatives that align people practices with company strategy, including org changes, culture campaigns, or system rollouts.
• Partners with the business to routinely analyze compensation and provide guidance to maintain or support external competitiveness and internal equity.
• Analyzes HR data and metrics to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Regularly evaluates data and provides analytics to assigned groups.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., Payroll, Benefits, Talent Acquisition) to ensure HR initiatives are implemented accurately and consistently.
• Partners with the HR centers of excellence to implement, administer, educate, and deliver on HR services, programs, training, and policies and/or practices that support the business units and HR objectives.
• Conducts exit interviews, analyzes turnover trends, and works with leadership to develop strategies to increase engagement and retention.
• Provides guidance and support to managers on performance management and coaching.
• Serve as an escalation point for sensitive employee matters and support conflict resolution or policy interpretation.
• Serve as a thoughtful partner during reorganizations, leadership transitions, and cultural shifts—providing change strategy, communications, and risk mitigation.
• Coach and mentor Associate HRBPs to build HR capability and shared standards.
• Drive leadership capability by coaching managers on performance development, feedback, and team dynamics.

May indirectly supervise or mentor Associate HRBPs, Generalists, or project teams depending on assigned scope.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or relevant field and 3-5 years of relevant human resources experience. Equivalent work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated success advising managers, resolving complex people issues, and building internal trust.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms (e.g., ADP), including process configuration and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence, educate, and lead conversations with…