Manager, Human Resources Business Partner

Job Description Summary
For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open-door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking.

In our collegial environment that's marked by low turnover and high energy, you'll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences.

We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm.

HarbourVest is an equal opportunity employer.

This position will be a hybrid work arrangement. You will receive 18 remote workdays per quarter to use at your discretion, subject to manager approval. For example, you may choose to work in the office 4 days per week and take one remote day weekly (typically 13 weeks per quarter), leaving 5 additional remote days to be used as needed.

The HRBP, Bogota will support the Human Resources team based in the U.S. in coordinating and administering a variety of Human Resources activities for the Bogota office. The ideal candidate will focus on leading the coordination of local recruitment activities, onboarding, payroll & benefit administration, employee relations issues and generalist support across all HR specializations.

The ideal candidate is someone who:

• Has expertise in HR Practices
• Thrives in a fast paced environment
• Has the ability to problem solve and develop solutions
• Is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

What you will do:
Recruiting Support:
The HRBP, Bogota will manage full cycle recruiting for this region: meet with hiring managers to understand their requirements, source candidates, draft job descriptions, schedule and conduct interviews, draft and determine offer packages, and coordinate pre-employment checks.

Payroll Administration:
The HRBP, Bogota will lead payroll administration including processing monthly payroll. This role will act as the primary HR support to all staff including acting as lead for payroll and timekeeping inquiries.

Benefit Administration:
The HRBP, Bogota will lead day to day benefits responsibilities including administration related to health insurance, income/disability protection, retirement, time-off, etc. The ideal candidate will be expected to make recommendations and propose benefit improvements. The candidate will be the primary HR contact for benefit related employee inquiries.

Human Resources Information System:
The HRBP, Bogota will be responsible for all HR related data entry and maintenance in Workday. The candidate will also be responsible for ongoing enhancements to the system in partnership with Workday subject matter experts.

Employee Relations:
This role will be responsible for working with both managers and employees to mitigate and/or resolve employee relations issues

Performance Management:
The HRBP will provide support and guidance to both managers and employees through the performance management process

Other Projects:
Provide project support as we expand the Bogota office headcount including core HR processes that occur throughout the year.

What you bring:

• Subject Matter Expertise in local payroll law, benefits and employment practices
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication and writing skills (bilingual in English and Spanish)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Experience managing employee relations matters
• Strong analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to maintain highly confidential information
• Ability to confidently interact with people of all levels, including staff, vendors, and potential candidates.
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.)

Experience:

• 8-10 +Years generalist HR experience in recruiting, payroll and benefits preferred
• Workday experience a plus