Business HR Partner (Sr - Prin)

Job Posting End Date

06-04-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

The Business HR Partner (Sr - Prin) role supports more senior Business HR staff to proactively deliver Human Resources support in a wide variety of HR disciplines. Works in partnership with HR COEs to support the business and deliver solutions resulting in increased employee and organizational effectiveness.

Job Description

What You'll Do:

• Works under the guidance of more senior Business HR staff to provide support to the business to address business problems. Ensures consulting is in alignment with BHR Manager of business unit.
• Obtains and maintains an understanding of business unit partners and maintains a close accessible relationship with them.
• Develops credible and trusting relationships with leaders, managers, and employees, and assumes key role as HR advisor in solving talent issues, typically supporting mid-level and front-line leadership.
• Supports the business by organizing and facilitating talent reviews, culture action planning, performance and compensation calibrations and team building exercises.
• Supports work associated with creating and updating job descriptions, responding to escalated issues from the Employee Service Center, working through organizational design and restructuring activities and coaching and developing leaders that is not directly related to ER case work.
• Prepares reports and presentations upon direction of BHR Manager or Director
• Partners with Business HR leaders and Compensation in review and analysis of pay compression issues and/or review of compensation as compared the market.
• Assists in identifying development opportunities for employees that align with current and future performance needs.
• Works collaboratively with other HR COEs and the organization to solve business problems and execute on talent strategy.
• Facilitates New Employee Orientation, Management Fundamentals and other training and facilitation as needed.
• Identifies and shares best practices across functions to facilitate continuous improvement.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal employment laws and regulations including but not limited to Family Medical Leave Act, Fair Labor Standards Act and Americans with Disability Act and assists with preparation of Affirmative Action Plan(s).
• Assists with HR special projects and cross-functional activities as needed and assigned.

Note: This position is posted at multiple grade levels and offers a range of opportunities for advancement. The minimum qualifications outlined below apply to the Business HR Partner Sr level, with increased educational, skill, experience and certification requirements for higher level Business HR roles.

What We're Looking For:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in HR Management, Business Administration, Labor Relations, Organizational Development, or related field preferred. 

Experience:

• Four years of related HR experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid driver's license.

Additional Requirements:

• Professional certification in Human Resources, such as Professional in Human Resources (PHR), Sr Professional in Human Resources (SPHR), Society of Human Resources Certified Professional (SHRM-CP), etc. is preferred.
• Utilizes computer technology to facilitate process improvements, and delivery of Human Resources services to the Business Units.
• Keeps abreast of the latest business trends, tools, and techniques through networking with external and internal groups and monitoring the business environment, etc.
• Travel required.

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do

At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-007

Compensation Range:

$87,633.00 - $128,688.00

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

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