Senior People Business Partner

Workiva Inc.•Denver, CO

3d•$106,000 - $185,000

About The Position

The Senior People Business Partner collaborates across Workiva’s Go-To-Market (GTM) and Sales functions to develop and deliver strategic talent management programs and solutions aligned with business goals. As a trusted advisor, this role supports organizational design, change management, employee relations, coaching, retention, compensation, and talent management. It also helps champion Workiva’s culture by promoting open communication, effective teamwork, strong employee relations, and inclusive workplace practices. The role partners with organizational leaders, the Global GTM People Business Partner team, and People and Culture centers of excellence to address organizational needs and deliver talent strategies. It uses data and trends to inform decisions, supports engagement and change initiatives, and guides managers on employee relations, performance, and policy matters. The position may involve up to 25% travel for internal meetings and business reviews. Employees may work in an office or remotely from a location within their country of employment; reliable internet access is required when working remotely outside a Workiva office. Candidates must be authorized to work permanently in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
At least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in human resources disciplines, including organizational design, change management, employee relations, compensation, and talent management.
Knowledge and understanding of HR practices, laws, and regulations.
Ability to build trust and credibility with business partners and employees at all levels.
Ability to coach, provide guidance, and influence.
Experience executing strategic initiatives and operational plans.
Ability to drive collaboration across levels and bring stakeholders together to create solutions.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis; Workiva will not provide visa sponsorship.
Reliable internet access when working remotely and not in a Workiva office.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience supporting GTM and Sales organizations in a People Business Partner role or closely related function.
PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Experience in a global, high-growth technology or software company.

Responsibilities

Partner with organizational leadership to identify and address organizational needs, assess the talent landscape, and support leadership development to advance business objectives and engagement.
Collaborate with the Global GTM People Business Partner team on global GTM talent programs and initiatives, supporting regional alignment and execution.
Collaborate with People and Culture centers of excellence to align and deliver solutions for organizational needs and talent strategies.
Support organizational design decisions and contribute to change management and communication plans.
Analyze data, metrics, and trends with leadership to inform decisions.
Implement employee engagement activities for GTM functions.
Coach managers on employee relations, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and management principles.
Provide guidance and coaching on performance-related matters.
Conduct investigations and resolve employee issues while ensuring legal compliance and mitigating risk.
Cultivate an employee-centric culture and encourage open, transparent communication.
Ensure inclusive workplace practices are incorporated into People and Culture programs and solutions.
Promote Workiva’s values and principles as the foundation of company culture and employee behavioral expectations.