Senior People Business Partner

Braze•Chicago, IL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Braze, we have found our people. We’re a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew. We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards, championing teamwork, and creating work-life harmony as we collectively navigate rapid growth on a global scale while striving for greater equity and opportunity – inside and outside our organization. To flourish here, you must be prepared to set a high bar for yourself and those around you. There is always a way to contribute: Acting with autonomy, having accountability and being open to new perspectives are essential to our continued success. Our deep curiosity to learn and our eagerness to share diverse passions with others gives us balance and injects a one-of-a-kind vibrancy into our culture. If you are driven to solve exhilarating challenges and have a bias toward action in the face of change, you will be empowered to make a real impact here, with a sharp and passionate team at your back. If Braze sounds like a place where you can thrive, we can’t wait to meet you. The People Relations team aligns Braze’s business objectives with our most valuable asset, our people. Day to day, we work collaboratively with leaders to help them meet their goals with a focus on their employees and to cultivate a comprehensive employee experience in which every employee is included, challenged, developed, recognized, and rewarded. We’re strategic partners to the business and ensure employees are supported throughout their journey with Braze! The Senior People Business Partner is responsible for providing hands-on strategic support to the senior-most leaders in their assigned departments while mentoring more junior team members and leading complex, company-wide initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity based in either our San Francisco office, with some hybrid flexibility. The Senior People Business Partner will have a big impact on the company as we continue to grow and scale!

Requirements

6+ years of full-time HR business partner experience in the SaaS technology industry, working with leaders across all aspects of an organization
An ironclad understanding of human resources best practices, employment law, and employee relations
Impeccable judgment and ability to navigate ambiguity as situations require
Outstanding verbal and written communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
A strategic and influencing mindset
Superb organizational skills, attention to detail, and accuracy
A self-motivating, leadership attitude that others look up to and emulate
Robust multitasking skills and comfort wearing many hats at once
Ability to work with stakeholders at all levels of the organization by tailoring your approach to achieve partnership and the best possible outcome

Responsibilities

Provide a full spectrum of strategic and tactical support to our Americas Marketing and function at the executive level
Partner with Senior leaders to design and deliver appropriate talent planning activities that will identify top talent, leadership development priorities, and succession plans within your client groups
Proactively engage with your leaders on people strategy through workforce planning, organizational design, and structure
Advise employees by taking a consultative approach to help them enhance their working relationships, plan and execute on their career goals, and be impactful and successful contributors to the Braze team
Lead impactful, company-wide initiatives and projects
Be both an advocate for employees and a champion for the business
Mentor and develop junior teammates through shadowing, coaching, and proactive development opportunities

Benefits

Competitive compensation that may include equity
Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
Flexible paid time off
Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave
Professional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend
A curated in-office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
Opportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matching
Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze
Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®