HR Business Partner - job 1 of 2

Fluence (Nasdaq: FLNC) is a global market leader delivering intelligent energy storage and optimization software for renewables and storage. Our solutions and operational services are helping to create a more resilient grid and unlock the full potential of renewable portfolios. With gigawatts of successful implementations across nearly 50 markets, we are transforming the way we power our world for a more sustainable future. For more information, please visit fluenceenergy.com.

Our Culture

At Fluence, our culture is the foundation that drives our ambitious growth strategy and fuels our mission to transform the future of energy. Our core cultural pillars empower us to innovate, collaborate, and lead with purpose, ensuring we continue to deliver unparalleled value to our customers and the world.

Unleash Voices

We believe every voice matters. We encourage openness, active listening, and decisive action to create a culture where everyone has the opportunity to contribute to our success. We foster an environment where diverse perspectives are heard and valued, driving innovation and progress.

Customer Fluent

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to delivering exceptional value that exceeds expectations by understanding our customers' needs and adapting swiftly to meet them. Our deep focus on customer satisfaction drives us to continuously improve and innovate.

Infinite Impact

We are committed to creating the impossible. We push boundaries to deliver sustainable, game-changing solutions that shape a brighter, more energy-efficient future for all. Our team is passionate about making a lasting impact that will resonate for generations to come.

All In

We are all in for growth. Our teams are relentlessly focused on identifying and seizing opportunities that propel us forward. We embrace an ownership mindset, pushing ourselves and each other to accelerate progress and create lasting success.

Location: Houston, TX Office location (4 days in-office requirement and travel expectation as needed)

ABOUT THE POSITION:

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing both hands-on HR support and strategic guidance. This role is ideal for a seasoned HR professional who can balance tactical execution with strategic foresight, helping the organization scale, mature, and achieve its growth ambitions.

In a fast-paced and evolving environment, the HRBP must be nimble, resilient, and pragmatic—capable of thriving in ambiguity and shifting priorities. The HRBP will act as a connector between employees, managers, HR Operations, and Centers of Excellence (CoEs), ensuring employee insights and business needs inform HR solutions and service delivery. This individual will play a critical role in driving cultural alignment, manager capability, and employee engagement, while maintaining a hands-on, “roll up your sleeves” approach.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic & Business Partnership

· Partner with managers and leaders to align HR strategies with business goals.

· Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on performance, development, and organizational effectiveness.

· Support organizational design and workforce planning initiatives that enable scalability and maturity.

· Influence leadership decisions by bringing employee and business insights to the table.

Employee Relations & Policy Application

· Manage and resolve employee relations matters, escalating as needed.

· Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant application of policies across the business.

· Identify ER trends and recommend proactive solutions.

HR Programs & Processes

· Support execution of HR programs such as onboarding, performance management, and annual talent reviews.

· Provide tools and coaching to managers to ensure effective program delivery.

· Collaborate with HR Ops and CoEs to ensure smooth execution of core HR processes.

Employee Insights & HR Service Partnership

· Gather employee and manager feedback through ER cases, HR programs, and daily interactions.

· Share insights with HR Ops and CoEs to enhance HR services, policies, and programs.

· Partner with HR Ops to ensure employees receive accurate and timely support via established channels.

Change & Culture

· Act as a change partner, helping employees and leaders navigate organizational transitions.

· Champion company culture, values, and behaviors through engagement with managers and employees.

· Promote inclusion, agility, and accountability in day-to-day people practices.

Qualifications

· 7–10 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in a generalist or HRBP capacity.

· Strong foundation in employee relations, policy application, and HR program delivery.

· Proven ability to operate in fast-paced, high-change environments with limited structure.

· Strong coaching, facilitation, and relationship-building skills with leaders at all levels.

· Ability to balance tactical execution with strategic thinking.

· Excellent problem-solving and influencing skills; thrives in ambiguity and organizational growth phases.

· Bilingual in Spanish and English highly preferred.

Fluence IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity to ensure that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital or familial status.