Sr. Human Resources Business Partner - S. Gulf Region

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Herc Rentals is seeking a Sr. Human Resources Business Partner for the South Gulf region, onsite in Baton Rouge, LA. This generalist role partners with the Regional HR Director to deploy an end-to-end HR strategy, lead talent management, employee relations, coaching, and compensation guidance, and drive change while ensuring legal compliance. You’ll collaborate with HR Centers of Excellence in areas like L&D, Talent Acquisition, Org Development, and Payroll and Benefits, and support safety culture initiatives. Requirements include a bachelor’s degree, 5 to 10 years of HR generalist experience, travel up to 25%, and strong business acumen and communication. If you are a current Herc employee, use the Herc Employee Career Portal; otherwise apply on the standard site. Tips: tailor your resume to show investigations, coaching success, policy consistency, and measurable outcomes.

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If you are currently an employee of Herc Rentals, please apply using this link: Herc Employee Career Portal

 

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with 2024 pro forma total revenues reaching approximately $5.1 billion. Herc Rentals’ parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol “HRI.” Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 612 locations and has about 9,900 employees in North America as of September 30, 2025.

 

Job Purpose

The HR Business Partner supports the Regional HR Director in driving and supporting human capital strategy and high-value HR processes aligned to overall business strategy. This is a professional position with generalist responsibilities to include talent management, employee relations, compensation guidance, general leadership coaching, monitoring and resolving morale, work climate and leadership effectiveness issues. The incumbent must be able to work effectively with their client organizations, and also act as an advocate of the employee/manager relationship. Lead and participate in special projects as needed. Responsible for providing effective employee relations service by utilizing excellent problem solving and relationship skills, an in-depth knowledge of human resources generalist issues as well as policies and procedures, and knowledge of company products and services. Generalist knowledge will be needed to support successful labor strategy, performance management, compensation planning, and talent acquisition and development. 

What you will do...

• Active participant in the Herc Rentals safety culture and prioritizes the safety of people.
• Support HR Directors and leaders in deployment of a comprehensive HR Strategy.
• Identify and recommend Coaching & Development needs.
• Employee Relations – Provide HR consulting expertise to management and employees.Consult with employees and managers to address root causes of issues and resolve througha systematic and analytical approach, including investigations.
• Ensure consistent discipline practices and legal compliance.
• Support the execution of compensation strategy.
• Ensure compliance with Company policies and ensure a consistent practice.
• Support change management initiatives within the business
• Support HR COEs to advance key HR strategies (L&D, Talent Acquisition, Org Dev,Compensation, Payroll/HRIS/Benefits)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree Required
• HR Certification Preferred
• 5-10 years’ experience in a Human Resource Generalist or comparable role
• Travel will be required (up to 25%). Position requires the highest level of confidentiality andthe ability to work effectively with peers. The ability to work independently with minimalsupervision is necessary.
• The position requires the ability to conduct management training, coaching and presentationsas well as provide coaching/counseling to managers and non-management employees.
• Cross functional HR knowledge
• Working knowledge of employment laws and talent management practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of business acumen

Skills

• Strong Leadership Skills
• Strong People Management Skills
• Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Self-starter; ability to prioritize short and long-term projects

 

Req #: 66911

Pay Range: Competitive Pay, Annual Bonus, and Company Vehicle 

Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.

 

Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.

 

Keeping you healthy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flex spending and health savings accounts

Virtual Health Visits

24 Hour Nurse Line

Healthy Pregnancy Program

Tobacco Cessation Program

Weight Loss Program

 

 

Building Your Financial Future

401(k) plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Program

 

 

Life & Work Harmony

Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)

Paid parental leave.

Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Auto & Home Insurance Discounts

 

Protecting You & Your Family

Company Paid Life Insurance

Supplemental Life Insurance

Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

Supplemental Disability Insurance

Group Legal Plan

Critical Illness Insurance

Accident Insurance

 

Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.