Principal People Business Partner - P&T

Workday

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About The Position

Workday is seeking a Principal People Business Partner (PBP) to join their P&T functions. This role advises and leads senior-level organizations, enabling SVP+ leaders to operate at scale and amplify the company's values-driven, employee-first culture. The ideal candidate will be comfortable in a fast-paced, outcome-oriented environment, acting as a collaborative partner to global PBPs and focusing on talent strategy. Success in this role involves winning the trust of leadership, being a strong team player, accelerating talent program execution, maintaining an employee-first and team-first approach, and embodying the company value of having fun.

Requirements

10+ years of experience in the HR function
At least 8 years in a strategic (PBP) HRBP role
PBP experience partnering with SVP+ leaders, in a global capacity
An ability to work out of a Workday office at least 50% of the time.
A demonstrated track record of using AI to elevate your work, and a curiosity to be a first adopter in all things AI
A global mindset, understanding the need for cultural nuance in all that we do across the globe
Tolerance for ambiguity and adept at creating clarity among stakeholders.
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to break down complex concepts and confidently facilitate discussion, debate, and decision making

Responsibilities

Activate the ingredient that is at the center of Workday’s success – our people.
Proactively build trusting relationships, facilitate thoughtful dialogue, and think strategically to advise VP+ leaders on organizational decisions.
Coach VP/SVP/EVP leaders on their leadership mindset and approach.
Identify and articulate problem statements leveraging Workday data.
Develop and implement solutions in partnership with PBP colleagues and CoEs.
Develop a Global Talent Strategy and lead Talent Management initiatives to support that strategy (e.g. succession planning, leadership development).
Think like a functional business leader, understand their business, and utilize a deep understanding of HR fundamentals to drive impactful people solutions.