Sr. Director, HR Business Partner

OpenGov • Chicago, IL

1d • $200,000 - $246,000

About The Position

OpenGov is seeking a Sr. Director, HR Business Partner to serve as a strategic partner to leadership and shape people priorities as the business scales while strengthening its mission-driven culture. The role advises executives and leaders on complex HR matters and translates business goals into people strategy in a fast-changing environment. It directly influences employee engagement, performance, and talent planning as OpenGov grows.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 12 or more years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience advising senior and executive leadership.
• Strong knowledge of HR operations, including employee relations, compensation, leave management, and employment law.
• Exceptional judgment and communication skills, including the ability to navigate difficult conversations and push back when needed.
• Strong priority-setting and project/time management skills, with flexibility and adaptability to shifting business needs.
• High professional standards, a strong customer experience mentality, and an energetic, positive attitude; ability to quickly build partnerships, relationships, and trust.
• Experience using AI-native tools to accelerate workflows and improve efficiency.
• Proficiency with HRIS, engagement survey tools, and performance management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience scaling HR functions in a high-growth environment.

Responsibilities

• Partner strategically with leaders to help achieve business results while strengthening team performance, culture, and retention.
• Develop and drive HR programs and initiatives covering performance management, compensation, employee development, and succession planning.
• Coach leaders to build performance management capability, deliver effective feedback, and address issues directly.
• Lead organizational design, reorganizations, and change management, including acquisition integration work.
• Champion an AI-native culture within the Pune HR team and across the business by redesigning how teams work.
• Analyze people trends and metrics to identify opportunities and shape people strategy, programs, and policy.
• Assist in building and delivering company training and development content, including tailored paths for client groups.
• Partner with Legal and HR Centers of Excellence to support consistent, compliant HR practices.
• Advocate for OpenGov’s culture and values throughout the company.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families.
• Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Wellness stipends.
• HSA contributions.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• Collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches.

What This Job Offers

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