Director, HR Business Partner

Tempus AI • New York City, NY

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About The Position

Tempus is seeking a commercially minded, strategic, and agile Director, HR Business Partner to lead People strategy and execution for its Data & Applications (Data & Apps) business unit. The role serves as a core operating partner to the Data & Apps CEO, executive leadership team, and cross-functional stakeholders, using talent, organizational structure, and design to support growth and commercial success. The Director is the dedicated People Lead for the business unit and manages a team of 2–3 HR Business Partners, guiding and supporting the People strategy across Data & Apps.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive HR/People experience, including significant experience as a strategic HRBP supporting business or technology organizations.
• Direct experience managing, developing, and inspiring a team of HR professionals or business partners.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and stakeholder management skills, with demonstrated success influencing C-suite and SVP/VP-level executives.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Track record supporting revenue-generating, technology, or commercial teams such as Sales, Product, GTM, or business units.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments with ambiguity, balancing business speed and flexibility with risk management.
• Track record acting as an agile business enabler rather than a policy administrator.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to the Data & Apps CEO and leadership team, aligning People strategies with commercial growth goals.
• Take end-to-end accountability for the health, engagement, structure, and performance of the Data & Apps organization.
• Lead, mentor, and coach a team of 2–3 HR Business Partners, supporting their professional growth and skill development.
• Help leaders translate commercial objectives, including revenue targets, product launches, and market expansion, into workforce, talent, and organizational designs.
• Address business challenges with flexibility, creativity, sound judgment, and speed, prioritizing pragmatic, outcome-driven solutions.
• Evaluate team structures, workforce planning, succession management, and talent density to support growth and matrixed team dynamics.
• Use people metrics and commercial data to identify trends, mitigate retention risks, and guide strategic decisions.
• Partner with People Centers of Excellence, including Talent Acquisition, Compensation, Talent Development, Legal, and People Ops, to execute solutions tailored to Data & Apps.

Benefits

• Incentive compensation may be offered, depending on the position.
• Restricted stock units may be offered, depending on the position.
• Medical and other benefits may be offered, depending on the position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director