HR Consultant Interview Question:

Explain me for those of us working as career professionals (career coaches, interview coaches, resume writers, employment strategists, etc.), what would you say about why it might be beneficial to us to cultivate relationships with HR Business Partners?

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An HR Business Partner has the inside track on the business and on changes that are occurring – or are about to occur. They also have knowledge about the climate and culture of the organization and of roles that are presently available, or may be coming available in the future. As a career professional, it might help to know that impending corporate changes could impact the role that a client is seeking at my firm. With information such as this, the client could be counseled accordingly.

HR Business Partners also have a good sense of the expectations, skills, and capabilities required in a particular industry. For those clients looking to move into a company, the Business Partner might be able to facilitate connections. We typically have extensive networks of contacts and colleagues in a variety of businesses.
Submitted by: Muhammad