Human Resources Business Partner / Generalist

IXL Learning
Raleigh, NC
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for HR professionals who balance strategic partnership with hands-on operations, working in a collaborative, mission-driven EdTech environment in Raleigh, NC.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience in aligning HR strategy with business goals and managing HR projects independently
    — “Proven ability to manage HR projects independently from start to finish”
  • Individuals who have served as primary HR contacts for employee and manager support in fast-paced settings
    — “Act as the primary, in-office contact for day-to-day employee inquiries and manager policy guidance”
  • HR generalists with a background in employee relations and performance management in growing companies
    — “4+ years of combined HRBP and HR Generalist experience in a growing company”

Things to consider

  • The role requires in-office presence in Raleigh, NC, with no remote flexibility mentioned
    — “This is a full-time position that requires you to be in our Raleigh, NC, area office.”
  • Candidates must be prepared to stay current on employment law and compliance matters
    — “Stay up-to-date on employment law, compliance, and industry best practices to manage risk”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in balancing strategic and operational HR responsibilities in your resume and interviews
    — “balance strategic partnership with hands-on HR operations”
  • Emphasize your ability to coach managers and influence stakeholders at all levels
    — “Clear, adaptable communication skills with a track record of influencing stakeholders at all levels”
  • Showcase your experience in designing and delivering HR programs like onboarding and performance reviews
    — “Work with broader HR team to design and deliver core HR programs, including onboarding, performance reviews, and employee relations”
  • Demonstrate your hands-on approach and ability to manage daily HR operations effectively
    — “A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude!”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · MediumDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • Align HR strategy with team growth
  • Design and deliver core HR programs
  • Manage HR projects independently
  • Coach and counsel managers
Typical background
4+ years of combined HRBP and HR Generalist experienceBachelor’s Degree in HR or related field

Skills & requirements

Required

HRBPHR GeneralistEmployment LawsHRIS SystemsEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementPolicy DevelopmentLearning & DevelopmentProject ManagementCommunication Skills

Preferred

Shrm-cpPHR

Stack & domain

Google SuiteMS Office SuiteHRIS SystemsWorkdayShrm-cpPHRCommunicationInfluencing StakeholdersCoachingCounselingManaging HR ProjectsAudit And AnalysisStaying Up-to-date On Employment LawHuman ResourcesSales LeadershipEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementPolicy DevelopmentLearning & Development

About the role

Original posting from IXL Learning

IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is looking for a versatile Human Resources Business Partner & Generalist to join our growing team in Raleigh, NC. In this role, you will balance strategic partnership with hands-on HR operations, serving as a key advisor to sales leaders while keeping daily operations running smoothly for our largest office. If you thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where you can seamlessly shift between big-picture planning and tactical HR support, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact.  #LI-CC1

This is a full-time position that requires you to be in our Raleigh, NC, area office.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

Partner directly with sales leaders to align HR strategy with team growth, talent planning, and performance management

Act as the primary, in-office contact for day-to-day employee inquiries and manager policy guidance

Work with broader HR team to design and deliver core HR programs, including onboarding, performance reviews, and employee relations

Roll out corporate policies and  initiatives to assigned team

Collaborate with the broader HR team to manage projects that support key business goals 

Coach and counsel managers on performance management, career development, and employee relations

Help develop and update personnel policies, procedures, and the employee handbook

Audit and analyze data and recommend methods for continuous improvement

Stay up-to-date on employment law, compliance, and industry best practices to manage risk

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Bachelor’s Degree; HR coursework preferred

4+ years of combined HRBP and HR Generalist experience in a growing company, directly supporting senior leaders

Strong working knowledge of employment laws, compliance, immigration, and HR best practices

Solid experience in employee relations, performance management, policy development, and learning & development

Proven ability to manage HR projects independently from start to finish

Clear, adaptable communication skills with a track record of influencing stakeholders at all levels

Proficiency in Google Suite, MS Office Suite, HRIS systems; Workday experience a plus

SHRM-CP or PHR preferred

A hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude!

ABOUT IXL LEARNING

IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:

1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com

Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages

Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects

Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources

Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.

At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category. 

Source: IXL Learning careers

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