Job Description

Agilent is a global leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and applied chemical markets, empowering discoveries that improve the quality of life. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to support our Americas Service/Agilent CrossLab Group leadership teams within our Commercial Organization. This is a high-impact role for an experienced HR professional ready to shape the future of our workforce.

Position Summary

As an HRBP at Agilent, you will work closely with the Americas Service/Agilent CrossLab Group senior leaders to drive business success through architecting talent strategies, elevating leadership capabilities, and crafting organization designs that deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders providing guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, employee engagement, and change management in line with the business strategy. 

As a coach and trusted advisor, help leadership build high performing teams and shape the employee experience

Drive, recommend, and at times manage creative strategies to address retention, employee engagement, leadership development, and capability building

Partner with leaders to drive and/or lead HR initiatives including organizational diagnostics, performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning

Bring data driven insights to shape people strategies and influence decisions. Leverage data and analytics to identify trends and proactively address opportunities for continuous improvements

Act as a change leader, partnering with senior leaders to drive adoption of new ways of working.  Champion a collaborative, high-performance culture

Collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence (CoEs) and HR Shared Services to ensure seamless delivery of HR solutions

Partner with talent acquisition to fill critical leadership roles

Lead or contribute to HR projects focused on transformation, talent, and culture i.e., represent business priorities to HR program teams and support the design of HR solutions

As an HR team member located at the Folsom site, may be required to partner on local planning and implementation of HR activities e.g., M&A integration, employee relations, organizational change

Ensure compliance with local labor laws and HR policies

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.  Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 4 years in an HRBP or strategic HR role.  Experience partnering with Senior Leaders in Sales, Customer Service preferred

HR Certification a plus

Experience working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.  Multinational company experience a plus

Proven ability to build strong relationships, influence at all levels of the organization, and effectively partner with HR Centers of Excellence, HR Services and other stakeholders to deliver business results

Strong business acumen and ability to translate business strategy into people strategy

Exceptional interpersonal, communication, coaching, and facilitation skills

Experience with M&A integration and transformation initiatives is highly desirable.

Demonstrated ability to lead through ambiguity and manage competing, often complex, priorities.

Impeccable judgement and ability to balance the needs of the business, managers, and employees

Proven ability to operate with autonomy and discretion and use sound judgement in all situations

Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices

Ability to travel (10% or less) as needed to foster connections with leaders and teams

Core Competencies

Strategic Thinking & Innovation – Anticipates business needs and generates innovative solutions.

Business & Financial Acumen – Understands market dynamics and financial drivers.

HR Expertise – Deep knowledge of HR practices, legal frameworks, and service delivery models.

Influential Leadership – Builds trust and influences across cultures and organizational levels.

Analytical Mindset – Uses data and insights to inform decisions and measure impact.

Leadership Coaching – Provides strategic guidance and coaching to senior leaders.

Consulting Agility – Adapts quickly to changing business needs and provides tailored HR support.

Change Management – Leads and supports change initiatives.

Organizational Agility – Navigates complex organizational dynamics to drive outcomes.

Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule. Applications for this job will be accepted until at least September 11, 2025 or until the job is no longer posted.

The full-time equivalent pay range for this position is $117,272.00 - $183,238.00/yr plus eligibility for bonus, stock and benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, a recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for a preferred location. Pay and benefit information by country are available at: https://careers.agilent.com/locations

Agilent Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity and merit-based employer that values individuals of all backgrounds at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, religion or religious creed, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, local law, ordinance, or regulation and will not be discriminated against on these bases. Agilent Technologies, Inc., is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive in the workplace where everyone is welcome, and strives to support candidates with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance with any part of the application or interview process or have questions about workplace accessibility, please email job_posting@agilent.com or contact +1-262-754-5030. For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please visit www.agilent.com/en/accessibility.

Travel Required: 10% of the Time

Shift: Day

Duration: No End Date

Job Function: HR