Human Resources Advisor, Healthcare

The HR Advisor provides day-to-day Human Resources guidance and operational support to assigned client groups, independently managing employee relations matters and advising leaders on performance, policy, and workplace issues. Working closely with the Senior HR Business Partner, the HR Advisor translates people priorities into effective execution and ensures consistent delivery of HR programs and practices across the associate lifecycle. The HR Advisor combines strong employee relations capability, operational discipline, sound judgment, and client service to support workforce, talent, performance, organizational change, and engagement initiatives. The role leverages workforce data and HR technologies, including Workday and emerging AI-enabled tools, to identify trends, improve processes, and enhance the leader and associate experience while maintaining high standards of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism. The candidate must live in the Winston-Salem, NC and immediate surrounding areas , since the position requires that the hired candidate work from the downtown Winston-Salem office a minimum of 2-3 days per week.  Primary Accountabilities:  HR Advisory & Employee Relations (35%) Provide day-to-day Human Resources support to assigned client groups, serving as a trusted resource to leaders and associates. Independently manage employee relations matters, including performance concerns, workplace investigations, corrective actions, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation. Coach leaders on consistent HR practices, documentation, and decision-making, escalating complex, high-risk, or strategically significant matters to the Senior HR Business Partner, HR Compliance, or Legal, as appropriate. Business Partner Support, Talent & Organizational Effectiveness (25%) Support the Senior HR Business Partner in executing workforce, talent, performance, organizational change, and leadership initiatives. Conduct analysis, coordinate activities and follow-up, and help ensure agreed-upon people actions and programs are effectively implemented. Workforce Analytics, HR Technology & Continuous Improvement (10%) Use Workday, Included, and other HR technologies to maintain accurate workforce information, generate reports, analyze trends, and support decision-making. Identify opportunities to simplify processes, improve workflows and data quality, and responsibly use technology, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve HR service delivery. Associate Experience, Engagement & Development (15%) Support onboarding, engagement, recognition, learning, development, and retention initiatives. Conduct stay and exit interviews, monitor engagement feedback and trends, coordinate required training, and partner with leaders and Human Resources Centers of Excellence to support an inclusive, engaging, and high-performing workplace. HR Operations, Compliance & Program Administration (15%) Execute and administer core Human Resources programs and processes, including unemployment benefits, leaves of absence, workers' compensation, accommodations, benefits-related processes, HR documentation, and regulatory requirements. Ensure activities are completed accurately, consistently, and timely in accordance with company policies and applicable employment laws, partnering with Human Resources Centers of Excellence as appropriate. Required Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Psychology, or a related field required. Experience A minimum of 7 years of progressive Human Resources experience; or any equivalent combination of experience and training in a business-facing HR role supporting multiple client groups. Demonstrated experience independently managing employee relations matters, including performance management, workplace investigations, corrective actions, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation. Experience coaching leaders on Human Resources practices, employment policies, associate performance, and workplace matters. Experience applying federal, state, and local employment laws and HR practices to support compliant and consistent employment decisions. Demonstrated experience using Workday HCM as an HR practitioner to execute HR processes, maintain workforce data, generate reports, and support talent and workforce activities. Experience using workforce data and metrics to identify trends and inform decisions. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong knowledge of Human Resources principles, employee relations practices, and applicable employment laws and regulations. Strong coaching, consultation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with the ability to build credibility and work effectively with leaders and associates at all levels. Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret information and recommend practical solutions. Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Workday, and other HR technology platforms. Strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities and sensitive information in a fast-paced environment. Preferred qualifications include: Master's degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field and/or a professional Human Resources certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR. Experience supporting multiple functions within a matrixed, multi-site, or geographically dispersed organization. Experience working closely with HR Business Partners and Human Resources Centers of Excellence to execute people programs and initiatives. Experience supporting organizational change, workforce planning, talent and succe