[Remote] People Business Partner II, Tech & Product

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. ZipRecruiter is a leading online employment marketplace seeking a People Business Partner II to support their Tech and Product teams. This role involves working closely with management to translate business priorities into effective people practices and serving as a trusted advisor and collaborator.


Responsibilities

  • Work closely with leadership across Tech and Product, to understand, execute and provide thought partnership on key people priorities, acting as the primary point of contact for line management
  • Translate technical and business context into clear, actionable people recommendations for our Tech Teams, using data and feedback to inform insights and guide decisions
  • Learn the rhythms of Tech and Product teams quickly, including their sub-teams, goals, workflows, and rituals, while maintaining a working knowledge of how each function contributes to cross-functional priorities
  • Develop strong relationships and build trust with employees at all levels to position the People team as a strategic partner
  • Support and coach managers on everyday leadership challenges such as feedback, communication, and employee relations, leveraging established HR practices and guidance from senior PBPs when needed
  • Collaborate with senior PBPs on organizational design or team restructuring efforts, providing execution support and helping communicate changes clearly to employees
  • Coordinate and facilitate key People programs and Tech organization initiatives, such as performance reviews, promotion cycles, talent calibration, and engagement survey action planning
  • Identify opportunities to simplify or enhance existing People processes, raising recommendations and helping implement improvements in collaboration with senior PBPs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional People teams, including Talent Acquisition, People Development, and Workplace Experience, to drive programs and projects specific to Tech & Product teams

Skills

  • 3-5 years operating in a People/HR Business Partner capacity
  • Experience working with Engineering and Product leaders and/or with technical talent
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and credibility across multiple levels
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining attention to detail and follow-through
  • Practical experience guiding managers through employee relations, performance, or engagement challenges with empathy and fairness
  • Proven ability to deal with ambiguity and bring open-ended priorities to completion
  • Analytical thinker who uses data and feedback to inform decisions and measure outcomes
  • Ability to operate with autonomy to deliver solutions quickly and with little to no supervision
  • Ability to pivot quickly and prioritize efficiently, switching between tactical and strategic support to best address key priorities in the business
  • Proven track record of driving cross-functional projects, including program and change management
  • Familiarity with Google Suite (Gemini, Sheets, Docs and Slides)
  • Travel to other US offices, as needed
  • Bachelors' degree in Human Resources or relevant field

Benefits

  • Exceptional benefits package
  • Flexible Vacation & Paid Time Off
  • Employer-matched 401(k) plan
  • A fun environment where work-life balance is valued

Company Overview

  • ZipRecruiter is an online employment marketplace, connecting millions of employers and job seekers through mobile and email services. It was founded in 2010, and is headquartered in Santa Monica, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.ziprecruiter.com.

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