KBS - Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, LLC
Bilingual People Business Partner (Corporate Functions)
KBS - Kellermeyer Bergensons Services, LLC, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Bilingual People Business Partner (Corporate Functions)
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—to 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 Hybrid – must live near La Jolla, CA
Salary Range $100-125K
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs and more (if eligible)
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 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.
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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 Hybrid – must live near La Jolla, CA
Salary Range $100-125K
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs and more (if eligible)
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 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.
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