Bilingual People Business Partner

Job description

About KBS

Kellermeyer Bergensons Services (KBS) is the largest privately held provider of facility services in North America, servicing over 2 billion square feet of space daily. We help industry leaders across a wide range of key verticals—including retail, industrial and logistics, healthcare, education, manufacturing, and more—maintain clean, efficient and welcoming spaces that support their operations. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for team members who are dedicated, reliable, and ready to contribute to a culture built on respect, opportunity, and pride in service.

Position Summary

The People Business Partner (PBP) plays a critical role in enabling our people and business strategy by supporting corporate functional leaders with proactive talent solutions, organizational insights, and employee-focused guidance. Acting as a key connector between corporate functions and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), the PBP helps drive initiatives that enhance engagement, strengthen leadership capability, and promote a high-performance culture. This role combines strategic partnership with practical support to ensure our people practices enable business effectiveness and exceptional employee experiences across all corporate teams.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to corporate function leaders (e.g., Finance, IT, Commercial, HR, Legal, and other support areas), providing guidance on organizational planning, leadership development, and employee engagement strategies
• Partner with leaders to design and implement strategic people initiatives, including workforce planning, succession readiness, and organizational design within corporate functions
• Collaborate closely with HR Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, Talent Analytics, HR Service Center) to align programs and policies with business priorities
• Partner with the HR Service Center and HR Managers to ensure consistent application of HR policies and effective resolution of employee matters across corporate departments
• Use data and insights to inform decision-making, track engagement and retention trends, and identify opportunities to enhance team performance and organizational effectiveness
• Coach corporate leaders and managers to strengthen leadership capability, support career development, and foster collaborative, high-performing teams
• Support talent management and performance processes, including calibration, development planning, and succession discussions for corporate employees
• Contribute to change management and organizational transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment and readiness within corporate teams
• Promote consistency and equity in people practices while adapting approaches to the unique needs of each corporate function
• Actively participate in HR projects, pilots, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive innovation and strengthen the overall employee experience

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge

• Talent Management and Organizational Development fundamentals
• Coaching and performance enablement strategies
• Basics of workforce analytics and HR metrics
• General understanding of employment law and employee relations practices
• Cultural awareness and inclusion best practices
• Business operations and how HR can enable results through people

Skills

• Must be bilingual (English/Spanish)
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal communication
• Consultative mindset with the ability to solve problems collaboratively
• Ability to use data and insights to drive decisions
• Comfort with change and the ability to manage through ambiguity
• Skilled in time management and balancing multiple stakeholders
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems (e.g., Teams, Workday)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in HR, preferably in a business partner or HR generalist role
• Experience working in large, multi-unit companies
• Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and collaborate cross-functionally
• Commitment to employee experience and driving inclusive people practices

LOCATION - THIS IS A HYBRID ROLE.  CANDIDATE MUST LIVE NEAR LA JOLLA, CA

SALARY RANGE - $100-125K

The salary range for this position is based on market data and is intended to provide a general guideline for the position. Actual compensation may vary depending on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and geographic location.  The final offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation during the hiring process.

Full-time Benefits:

As a full-time KBS employee (30+ hours per week) you may qualify for benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, and more!

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability – Employer paid
• Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Health Insurance (E.G., Accident)
• 401k plan with a match or Non-qualified Deferred Compensation Plan
• Pet Insurance
• PerkSpot Discount Program – discounts on travel, gyms, cell phones, restaurants, auto, apparel & electronics

KBS considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, and expression, marital or military status, or based on an individual’s status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. KBS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.