People Business Partner

Company Overview

AIR Communities ranks among the nation's leading multifamily housing owners and operators, actively managing premium communities across the United States. The company upholds core values such as integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and delivering results, all embodied by a dedicated team that drives success. Joining AIR Communities means collaborating with top professionals in a vibrant, opportunity-rich environment.

Work Location and Environment

This role is based in the Atlanta office at 3284 Northside Parkway NW, Suite 300, Atlanta, GA 30327. The company emphasizes close team relationships, mandating in-office presence five days a week. Frequent travel within the regional property portfolio and attendance at nationwide meetings are also required.

Role Summary

The People Business Partner functions as an innovative business problem solver, responsible for designing and executing creative HR strategies aligned with AIR Communities’ objectives and strategic plan. Operating primarily as an HR generalist, the role focuses on onboarding, offboarding, employee relations, people operations, data upkeep, and leadership coaching. It presents a unique chance to contribute to a rapidly expanding, entrepreneurial workplace by partnering with management, promoting company culture, and providing transparent, solution-driven people management insights.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish strong partnerships with leadership and staff to provide strategic HR guidance and actionable people solutions within a dynamic, growth-oriented environment.
• Act as a trusted advisor influencing strategic planning in a variety of HR matters.
• Collaborate with management to enhance workplace relationships, boost morale, improve retention, and increase productivity.
• Offer policy interpretation and guidance to senior leadership.
• Work jointly with the broader People Team on organizational design and change initiatives.
• Serve as a credible, reliable HR resource for leaders and employees alike.
• Assist with employee relations cases, professional development, performance management, disciplinary actions, and investigations.
• Support talent acquisition by updating job descriptions, partnering on recruitment, and conducting compensation market research.
• Coordinate with Risk Management on workplace injury processing and workers’ compensation administration.
• Manage onboarding and exit surveys, providing insight and recommendations to improve employee experience.
• Collaborate on training and development programs, including people assessments and career pathway initiatives.
• Contribute to year-end compensation reviews, talent assessments, and promotion processes.
• Analyze HR data to identify trends and inform effective policies and programs.
• Ensure compliance with legal requirements to minimize risks related to team management.
• Champion diversity, inclusion, collaboration, fairness, innovation, integrity, and high performance in the workplace.

Required Qualifications

• Outstanding communication capabilities to clearly articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Excellent client service orientation with skill in engaging multiple stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage change and drive organizational improvements across people, process, and technology.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to thrive under pressure with deadline adherence.
• High-level analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in real estate, preferably within multifamily housing.
• Emotional intelligence coupled with strong people management skills.
• Competence in project leadership, including planning, communication, and facilitation.
• Data-driven decision-making skills to assess organizational health and develop practical HR interventions.
• Proficiency in MS Office suite and HRIS platforms.

Educational Background

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related discipline.
• Minimum five years of comprehensive Human Resources generalist experience advising on employee relations, performance, compensation, talent management, and recruitment.

Preferred Credentials

• Human Resources certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
• Fluency in Spanish, both written and verbal.

Compensation and Benefits

AIR Communities offers competitive compensation designed to reward individual, team, and company achievements, including:

• Expected base salary in the range of $95,000 to $125,000 annually plus eligibility for bonuses, calibrated to experience and skills.
• 25% discount on rent at AIR properties.
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, with options for Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability plans.
• 401(k) plan with 6% company match.
• Paid vacation, 14 holidays, and sick leave.
• Tuition assistance program.
• Commuter benefits and pet insurance.
• Reimbursement for professional certifications and license fees related to job functions, up to 100%.
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave following birth or adoption.
• Various consumer discounts including travel, wireless services, fitness, and home appliances.
• Annual 15 paid hours dedicated to community service.
• Extensive opportunities for professional growth, leadership training, and performance coaching.

Additional Information

The application deadline begins July 6, 2026, with ongoing reviews until the position is filled. Candidates offered employment will undergo pre-employment screening including reference checks, drug screening (excluding marijuana), verification, and background checks. AIR Communities is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and prohibits discrimination based on legally protected characteristics.