Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Position Overview

Alterra Mountain Company is a family of iconic year-round mountain destinations including the world’s largest heli-skiing operation and the premier Ikon Pass. We are seeking a dynamic HR professional to join as a Sr. HRBP who will serve as a strategic liaison between HR and the business, mentoring HRBPs and driving HR strategies to foster a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify the most pressing talent opportunities and challenges and reflect workforce implications in the business plan.
• Manage a team of Sr. HR Generalist and HR Coordinator.
• Execute existing and new HR solutions and capabilities.
• Partner on hiring, onboarding, and development to build strong pipelines.
• Monitor external marketplace trends and recommend internal adjustments.
• Oversee Employee Relations by providing guidance, interpreting policy, and resolving issues.
• Develop and execute HR strategies to support organizational changes (strategic, structural, technological, and people-oriented).
• Manage change by providing clear communication, leadership alignment, and employee involvement.
• Ensure smooth onboarding of new hires and effective offboarding of departing employees.
• Focus on employee retention through strategic compensation, benefits, and growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Compensation team to ensure fair and competitive pay structures.
• Identify and develop high-potential employees to prepare future leaders.
• Assist managers in implementing performance management systems with regular feedback.
• Maintain transparency and open communication to build trust and minimize uncertainty.
• Steward the organization’s HR policies and procedures through feedback, audits, and continuous improvement.
• Act as a strategic advisor to leaders, coaching them through changes and complex challenges.
• Enable cross-functional collaboration within HR and across the organization.
• Challenge assumptions and provide alternative ideas by listening to business challenges.
• Reprioritize actions for immediate implementation of ad-hoc topics or assignments.

Required Qualifications

• Professional/lived experience engaging with a diverse range of audiences and emerging markets, including underrepresented communities.
• 8+ years in progressive HR roles with geographically distributed employee populations.
• 3+ years of experience supporting commercial functions (sales, marketing, business development, etc.).
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and organizational behavior.
• Proven experience facilitating workforce planning processes.
• Solid background in talent management processes, including talent reviews and succession planning.
• Strong ability to influence, build relationships, and communicate across all levels of the organization.
• Experience managing complex employee relations issues and driving change.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth, or matrixed environment is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent HR certification.
• Experience working in the Finance or Insurance industry.
• Familiarity with Workday and proficiency in Microsoft products (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, etc.).

Benefits & Perks

• Free Ikon Pass: Eligible employees receive a free Ikon Pass plus additional skiing/riding privileges for themselves and dependents.
• Discounted skiing/riding for friends and family across Alterra Mountain Company resorts.
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies.
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, and rental cars.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more.
• 401(k) Plan: With a generous company match.
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks.
• Commuter benefits for Denver employees.
• Flexible/hybrid workplace policy with opportunities for in-person collaboration at our dog-friendly headquarters in Denver’s RiNo Art District.
• Compensation: Denver area base salary range of $127,000 - $184,000 per year. Note that actual salaries may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.