Senior HRBP - Southwest

Who We Are:

At Guardian Restoration Partners, we are on a mission to build the most impactful restoration business in the industry. Our network of "Guardians" helps property owners in crisis rebuild their lives after devastating events like water, fire, and mold damage. As part of our team, you’ll be contributing to a company that values results, integrity, and putting customers first.

Guardian is a high-growth, private equity–backed company building a national platform in the restoration and field services industry. Through a focused acquisition strategy and strong organic growth, we are creating a best-in-class organization that combines local market expertise with the scale, systems, and discipline of a national platform. We are a passionate group of professionals committed to preserving the legacy of small and medium-sized businesses while accelerating their growth. We bring deep expertise and a hands-on approach to support our partners, expand the Guardian network, and make a lasting, positive impact across every organization

What we need: 

The Senior People Business Partner (PBP) – Southwest Region serves as the primary people partner for operations across Arizona, California, Nevada, Texas, and Utah. This role partners closely with the Market Area President (MAP), regional leadership, and corporate partners to develop and execute a people strategy that supports business growth, operational excellence, and a high-performance culture.

In addition to core PBP responsibilities, this role plays a critical role serving as the lead in ADP Workforce Now (HRIS and payroll) implementations for new acquisitions. This role will quarterback the implementations and partner closely with the Senior Payroll Lead and ADP implementation teams to ensure smooth, compliant, and timely transitions.

This position requires a strong balance of strategic partnership, hands-on execution, change leadership, and project management in a multi-state, field-based environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic People & Talent Partnership

• Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to the Market Area President (MAP) and Southwest regional leadership team.
• Develop and execute a regional people strategy aligned to business goals, including workforce planning, recruiting, retention, succession planning, organizational design, and performance management.
• Coach leaders on talent decisions, organizational effectiveness, performance expectations, and culture stewardship.
• Balance strategic partnership with hands-on execution, influencing near-term outcomes while building long-term capability.

People Strategy, Operations & Insights

• Build, scale, and operationalize people policies, programs, and processes to support a growing, multi-state organization
• Partner with the MAP and regional leaders to translate business strategy into disciplined people practices and measurable outcomes.
• Co-Design with other PBPs and roll out scalable People programs such as:
• Performance management and accountability frameworks
• Employee engagement surveys with action planning
• Leadership and manager enablement programs
• Establish dashboards and reporting rhythms to monitor key people metrics such as turnover, retention, engagement, performance, time-to-fill, and workforce planning
• Use data and insights to proactively identify trends, risks, and opportunities across multiple regions
• Ensure people operations, systems, and analytics are built for scalability and seamless integration of future acquisitions

HRIS & Payroll Implementations

• Serve as the Lead for all ADP Workforce Now (HR & Payroll) implementations related to new acquisitions.
• Lead and manage HR-related implementation workstreams, including employee data conversion, system configuration, testing, and go-live readiness.
• Partner closely with the Senior Payroll Lead as a key implementation partner to ensure accurate payroll setup and compliance.
• Coordinate with ADP implementation teams and internal stakeholders to ensure timelines, deliverables, and quality standards are met.
• Support change management, training, and communication efforts to ensure successful adoption of ADP Workforce Now by leaders and employees.
• Ensure system implementations align with company policies, processes, and compliance requirements.
• Change Management & Communication
• Lead and support organizational change initiatives, including acquisitions, restructures, leadership transitions, and cultural integration.
• Develop and execute clear, effective communication strategies to support change and leadership alignment.
• Coach leaders on navigating change, managing resistance, and sustaining engagement.

Compliance, Risk & Employee Relations

• Maintain strong working knowledge of employment laws in Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Texas, and California.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment regulations across the region.
• Lead employee relations strategy, including investigations, performance management, and terminations.
• Partner with Legal and leadership to proactively mitigate people-related risk.
• Talent, Culture & Performance
• In partnership with Talent Acquisition, develop and execute recruiting and retention strategies aligned to Southwest regional labor markets.
• Partner with leaders to build and sustain a culture of high performance, accountability, and engagement.
• Coach leaders and managers on performance expectations, feedback, and employee development.
• Act as a steward of company values and culture during growth and change.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Accounting, Finance, Operations, Legal, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, and corporate People teams to deliver integrated people solutions.
• Influence outcomes without direct authority through strong relationships and credibility.

Qualifications:

Required:

• 5–7+ years of progressive HR experience, including senior PBP roles
• Experience supporting multi-site, multi-state, private-equity backed organizations, preferably in the Southwest U.S.
• Proven experience supporting a high-volume, field-based, non-exempt hourly workforce.
• Demonstrated experience leading ADP Workforce Now implementations
• Strong project management skills with experience managing timelines, stakeholders, and deliverables
• Proven ability to use People data and analytics to drive decisions
• Strong working knowledge of employment law and compliance across multiple states
• Experience building People programs, policies, and processes from the ground up
• Strong change management, communication, and stakeholder influence skills

Preferred:

• Experience supporting acquisitions, post-merger integrations, and/or PE Aggregators a plus
• Experience partnering closely with Payroll as part of system implementations
• Background supporting field-based or operational organizations

Skills that will make you successful in this role:

• Strategic and analytical thinker
• Strong project and change leader
• Trusted advisor with sound judgment
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, high-growth environments

Our Core Values:

1. Results Matter – We believe in delivering on our promises and driving outcomes that make a measurable difference.
2. Do the Right Thing – Integrity is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to being ethical and trustworthy in every situation.
3. Customer-First – Our customers are at the heart of our business. We strive to exceed their expectations and build lasting relationships.

Total Rewards:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Plan with company match
• Paid Time Off

We are focused on becoming an “employer of choice” and are continuously looking at how to expand our Total Rewards offerings to best suit the needs of our employees.

Why Join Us?

At Guardian Restoration Partners, we are committed to empowering our employees with the resources and opportunities they need to excel. When you join our team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive Compensation: A comprehensive package that includes health, vision, dental, and retirement plans to support your financial and personal well-being.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid work options designed to provide flexibility while fostering collaboration and connection with your team.
• Collaborative Culture: Be part of a mission-driven team that values innovation, teamwork, and meaningful impact.
• Professional Growth: Thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where you’ll take on diverse challenges, gain hands-on experience, and have opportunities to shape your role as the company grows.

You’ll contribute to a dynamic team where your expertise will make a tangible difference in our success. We offer a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and a strong commitment to your personal and professional development.

Compensation:

Guardian is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For this position, the base salary pay range is $155,000 - $175,000 + Bonus. Actual compensation will depend upon an individual’s skills, experience, qualifications, location, and other relevant factors. The salary range is subject to change and may be modified at any time.

Location: 

This is a hybrid role requiring candidates to be based in the Phoenix, AZ metro area. This person will be expected to be onsite in one of our Phoenix area locations (Chandler and Gilbert) 3-4x/week, plus be required to travel up to 30% throughout the Region and to our corporate office in Denver, CO.

Application Deadline

The anticipated application deadline is March 13, 2026, though that date may change depending on the volume of qualified resumes we receive by that time.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re a passionate Sr. HRBP, we want to hear from you! Apply today and join a team that values your expertise and supports your professional growth.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

At Guardian Restoration Partners, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.