HR Business Partner

Lincoln International, Inc. (NYSE: LCLN) is a trusted investment banking advisor to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and their portfolio companies and to public and privately held companies. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuations and fairness opinions. The global enterprise is comprised of a tightly integrated team of more than 1,400 professionals in more than 30 offices in 14 countries, offering an unobstructed perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Connect with us to learn more at www.lincolninternational.com . 

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Lincoln International follows a hybrid work structure with an emphasis on in office collaboration.

Our employees work in our offices Monday through Thursday each week, with the option to work remotely or from the office on Fridays.

Lincoln International is seeking an HR Business Partner to support our Valuations & Opinions business based in Mumbai. This role serves as the primary liaison between the Talent team and the Valuations & Opinions leadership team, providing strategic and operational HR support across the employee lifecycle.

The HR Business Partner will partner closely with business leaders to drive talent strategies, workforce planning, employee development, performance management, employee engagement, and organizational effectiveness initiatives. The role requires a strong understanding of the business, the ability to leverage data to drive decision-making, and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing talent-related opportunities and challenges.  

Duties & Responsibilities:

  Strategic Business Partnership

Serve as the primary HR partner to the Valuations & Opinions leadership team in Mumbai.

Build trusted relationships with leaders and employees to understand business objectives, workforce needs, and organizational challenges.

Provide proactive HR guidance and recommendations related to talent management, organizational effectiveness, employee relations, and workforce planning.

Partner with business leaders to align talent strategies with business goals and anticipated growth plans.

Act as a sounding board and advisor to managers on employee-related matters, team dynamics, performance concerns, and development opportunities.

  Workforce Planning & Talent Management

Support staffing and workforce planning efforts, including monitoring headcount, hiring needs, promotion readiness, succession planning, and organizational structure.

Analyze staffing ratios, utilization data, project allocation trends, and capacity metrics to identify risks and opportunities.

Partner with Talent Acquisition and business leaders to identify current and future hiring needs.

Assist leaders in evaluating team composition, talent gaps, and development opportunities.

Support annual promotion and compensation planning processes.

  Performance Management & Employee Development

Lead execution of formal and informal performance management processes within the business unit.

Facilitate review cycles, talent discussions, calibration meetings, and promotion assessments.

Coach managers on delivering feedback, managing performance, employee development, and career progression conversations.

Identify training and development opportunities for individuals and teams.

Partner with employees to support career development and internal mobility opportunities.

Support employee lifecycle events including promotions, transfers, leaves of absence, and exits.

  Employee Relations & Employee Experience

Serve as a resource for employees and managers regarding workplace concerns, policy interpretation, and employee relations matters.

Conduct employee investigations and support resolution of workplace issues as appropriate.

Identify trends impacting employee engagement, retention, and team effectiveness.

Provide an outlet for employees to share feedback, concerns, and ideas for improvement.

Partner with leaders to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture.  

  Engagement & Culture Initiatives

Lead employee engagement efforts within the Valuations & Opinions team in Mumbai.

Analyze engagement survey results and partner with leadership to develop and execute action plans.

Support team-building activities, employee recognition programs, and office culture initiatives.

Coordinate and enhance the intern experience, including onboarding, networking opportunities, and development programming.

Support diversity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives across the business unit.

  Onboarding & Talent Integration

Ensure successful onboarding and integration of new hires.

Partner with managers to create effective onboarding plans and role-specific training schedules.

Conduct regular check-ins with new employees to monitor integration and development.

Collaborate with Talent, Learning & Development, and business leaders to ensure onboarding objectives are achieved.

  HR Analytics & Reporting

Leverage workforce data and analytics to identify trends and provide actionable recommendations to business leaders.

Monitor metrics related to turnover, promotions, hiring, engagement, utilization, and employee development.

Prepare reports and presentations for business leadership and Talent leadership.

Utilize data to support workforce planning and organizational decision-making.

  Change Management & Special Projects

Support implementation of Talent initiatives, policies, programs, and organizational changes.

Partner with leadership teams on change management efforts related to business growth, organizational changes, and talent initiatives.

Participate in firm-wide Talent projects and cross-functional initiatives.

Drive employee communication and change adoption efforts as needed.

  Other Responsibilities

Maintain compliance with applicable employment laws and Firm policies.

Partner closely with global Talent team members to ensure consistency in employee experience and HR practices.

Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

  Professional & Cultural Characteristics

Authentic individual with high integrity whose values align with Lincoln's Culture Statement (Excellence, Entrepreneurship, Integration, Collaboration, Integrity).

Strong business acumen with the ability to balance employee needs and business objectives.

Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.

Confident communicator capable of influencing and advising leaders at multiple levels.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.

Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Collaborative team player who enjoys partnering across functions and geographies.  

  Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree or HR certification preferred.

5-8 years of progressive HR experience, including experience supporting business leaders and employees through the full employee lifecycle.

Experience in an HR Business Partner, Talent Partner, or similar role.

Strong employee relations, performance management, and coaching experience.

Experience leveraging workforce data and analytics to support business decisions.

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and HR systems.

Experience within financial services, consulting, investment banking, professional services, or other fast-paced, performance-driven environments strongly preferred.

Experience supporting global teams and working across cultures is a plus.

Additional Information:

Lincoln International is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status.

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