Lead, HR Business Partner
About The Position
As a Lead, HR Business Partner, you will work closely with senior leaders across CTO, and COO organizations to drive forward key People strategies and enable the success of our teams. You will play a critical role in compensation planning, leveling frameworks, talent development, organizational design and HR transformation efforts, with a strong focus on day to day support, general HR queries, and people team programs deliverables within the People function. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on HR lead who thrives in fast-paced, global environments and enjoys solving complex people challenges while enabling innovation and growth. This position has a flex work schedule, 3 days a week in our Palo Alto, CA office.
Requirements
- 8+ years of progressive HRBP or People Partner experience, ideally in high-growth, global tech environments.
- Experience supporting Engineering, Product, or Tech organizations.
- Deep knowledge of compensation practices, HR analytics, employee development, and performance management.
- Demonstrated experience with HR systems (Workday preferred) and data tools.
- Passion for innovation, digital transformation, and building great employee experiences.
- Strong business acumen, executive presence, and stakeholder management skills.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a trusted partner and advisor to senior leaders and managers, providing guidance on org design, leadership development, performance, and team health.
- Act as a cultural champion, helping teams adapt through rapid scale and transformation.
- Lead and advise on compensation planning cycles, including merit, promotions, and equity programs.
- Partner with People Analytics and Compensation teams to ensure fair, data-informed, and equitable decisions.
- Support cross-functional HR projects focused on talent development, career leveling, and organization design.
- Support the integration of AI and digital tools in HR workflows to improve experience, efficiency, and decision-making.
- Provide hands-on coaching to managers and leaders to build high-performing, inclusive teams.
- Lead initiatives to strengthen leadership capability and career development frameworks across the organization.
- Act as a point of contact for HR policies and employee relations in partnership with Legal, Compliance, and People Partner support model.
- Handle complex, sensitive issues with professionalism and sound judgment, ensuring consistency in a global context.
Benefits
- Flex Time Off
- retirement savings plans
- medical, vision and dental coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
