Kimberley James
Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr Hrbp) @HGA
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WORK HISTORY
Senior Human Resources Business Partner (Sr Hrbp) @HGA
Santa Monica, CA, US
National A&E firm (1,200 employees, 12 offices) • Strategically lead HR operations for 100+ employees in the Los Angeles and San Diego offices, serving as the division expert on California employment law and regulatory compliance.• Advise business leaders and a few C-suite executives on strategic talent initiatives including workforce planning, succession planning, and performance development.• Drive the execution of firm-wide HR policies, and program aligned to organizational goals and culture, including promotion and compensation strategy, employee development, and engagement initiatives. • Serve as project lead for the progressive integration and optimization of ATS platform iCIMS, enhancing talent acquisition workflow and seamless user experience. • Lead strategic HR initiatives such as performance evaluation, promotion cycles, and change management efforts in collaboration with cross-functional teams.Key Achievements• Expanded client group within the first six months, earning trust from leadership and C-suite through strategic guidance and consistent partnership.• Redesigned and implemented onboarding experience based on onboarding survey data, increasing new hire satisfaction and early-stage engagement.• Mentored HR Generalist, accelerating integration and capability building within newly acquired team.
EDUCATION
DeVry University
Bachelor of Science, Technical Management, Emphasis in Human Resource Management
ABOUT KIMBERLEY JAMES
Strategic HR Leader with 15+ years of experience in people operations for fast-moving, mission-driven organizations. I partner with executive teams to design scalable HR strategies that align with business objectives, elevate the employee experience, and build resilient, inclusive work cultures. With well rounded experience in talent development, workforce planning, employee engagement, and change management, I\'ve led major HR initiatives across global, multi-state, and post-acquisition environments. I\'ve guided leaders through workforce transitions, launched onboarding strategies grounded in data, and championed seamless tech integrations, earning a reputation as a trusted advisor and empathetic problem solver.Currently supporting 100+ employees across Southern California for a national A&E firm, I bring a people-first, information-based approach that maintains compliance yet fosters creative solutions. I am passionate about cultivating inclusive work cultures, coaching leaders, and aligning HR practices that elevate the employee experience while driving strategic business outcomes.
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