Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

📍 Kansas City, MO (Flex Schedule | Majority In-Office)

Ready to Help Shape the Future of Work at a Bank That Isn't Like Other Banks?

At nbkc bank, we believe banking should be better, for our customers and for the people who make it all possible. We've built a culture that combines innovation, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to helping employees grow, thrive, and do meaningful work.

We're seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a strategic advisor, coach, and trusted partner to leaders across the organization.

This is a highly collaborative, hands-on individual contributor role where you'll help drive talent initiatives, strengthen leadership capability, and support an exceptional employee experience while balancing strategic priorities with day-to-day execution.

You'll partner with leaders to navigate complex people challenges, develop talent, support organizational growth, and foster a culture where employees can do their best work. If you're energized by building strong relationships, coaching leaders, and creating people solutions that make a meaningful business impact , we'd love to connect.

💡 What You'll Do

As our Human Resources Business Partner, you'll serve as a trusted advisor to leaders while helping execute the talent strategies that drive business success.

In This Role, You Will

• Partner with leaders across the organization to build high-performing, engaged teams
• Coach managers on employee relations, performance management, difficult conversations, organizational change, conflict resolution, and leadership effectiveness
• Lead key talent management initiatives, including performance management, employee development, and retention strategies
• Support organizational growth through workforce planning, change management, and team effectiveness initiatives
• Collaborate with Learning & Development to enhance manager capability and employee growth
• Design and implement people programs, policies, and practices that support scalability while preserving our employee-centered culture
• Provide guidance on employment law, workplace policies, compliance, and risk mitigation
• Leverage workforce data, engagement insights, and people analytics to recommend solutions and influence decision-making
• Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, Payroll & Benefits, Learning & Development, and business leaders to deliver exceptional employee experiences

🧠  What You Bring

• 5+ years of progressive Human Resources experience
• Experience advising leaders on employee relations, performance concerns, corrective actions, and workplace issues
• Proven ability to coach leaders on talent decisions, employee development, and team effectiveness
• Experience supporting or administering performance management programs
• Strong knowledge of employment laws, HR policies, and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated success partnering with leaders to solve both business and people challenges
• Excellent judgment and professionalism when managing sensitive and confidential matters
• Ability to balance strategic initiatives with day-to-day HR execution

⭐ Bonus Points

• Experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, Senior HR Generalist, or similar consultative HR role
• Experience supporting multi-location workforces and/or regulated industries
• Experience building manager capability through coaching, training, or talent development programs
• Experience with HR technology platforms, including ADP Workforce Now, Quantum Workplace, or similar systems

💛 Why nbkc?

We're a community-driven bank with a startup spirit, and that creates opportunities to do meaningful work, build strong relationships, and make a lasting impact.

At Nbkc

• You'll have a seat at the table and a voice that matters
• You'll work alongside smart, collaborative, and genuinely fun people
• You'll help shape the employee experience at a growing, people-first organization
• You'll influence decisions and contribute to the continued success of our business and culture

And The Benefits Don't Hurt Either

• 4 weeks PTO + 12 holidays + your birthday off 🎉
• 401(k) with generous match and immediate vesting
• Multiple health plan options (HSA, PPO, FSA)
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs and onsite gym
• Paid volunteer time
• Anniversary awards at 3 and 5 years
• Paid 4-week sabbaticals at 10, 18, and 25 years
• Flexible work options that support work-life integration

🙌 Let’s Do This

If you're a strategic HR professional who enjoys partnering with leaders, developing talent, and building programs that make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of work at nbkc. 💙

Our Hiring Process

After we review your application and feel you’re a potential fit we will reach out with next steps. We work hard to meet our candidates on their time , sometimes that’s a phone screen, video interview, or even a cup of coffee before meeting our team. We are committed to keeping you updated along the way.

Our customers love us, and we know that's a direct result of employees who feel supported, valued, and empowered to do their best work every day.

We're pretty proud to work here, and we think you will be too.

Join us to find out.

nbkc bank is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation