Sr. HR Business Partner

PitchBook Data•Seattle, WA

7d•$140,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

At PitchBook we believe our people are what set us apart, and as a member of the People team your contributions will directly impact the success of our employees and the company. PitchBook is a values-driven company. Our team embodies these values in everything we do, and we take pride in setting a positive example for our colleagues at all levels. The People team fosters a culture of collaboration, and we hold ourselves to a high bar to consistently deliver an exceptional employee experience. We create a positive environment where employees are supported and empowered to do their best work. We push ourselves to continuously learn while leveraging diverse skill sets and perspectives to create employee-centric programs that are as impactful as they are fun. If you are driven to do great work and are committed to doing your job with passion, you have found the right team! PitchBook’s HR Business Partner collaborates closely with leaders for assigned business units on team engagement, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and coaching. This role contributes to the broader People Team on department projects and initiatives that positively impact the employee experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required. Professional certifications (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, etc.) are a bonus
10+ years of progressive responsibility in HR roles including demonstrated competence in HR processes, benefits administration, employee relations, HR data analysis, HR compliance, HR tools, and employee communication
Experience supporting a company or business unit with at least 500 employees
Experience supporting employees and leaders across multiple states and jurisdictions; experience in the UK and Singapore is a plus
Superior knowledge of US employment law including state-specific laws in WA, CA, and NY. Experience with international employment law in the UK and Singapore is a plus
Proven ability to diagnose problems using strategic thinking skills and identify and drive appropriate solutions, translate business strategy and goals into optimal HR processes that are scalable, simple, customer-focused, and adaptable to unique and changing business needs
Demonstrated success in problem-solving and ownership to resolve issues
Ability to operate independently, using sound judgment to make decisions
Process-oriented, organized, and metrics-driven with amazing attention to detail
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to present material to groups in-person and via the phone
Ability to handle confidential information discreetly and protect employee privacy
Proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite including in-depth knowledge of Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel with the ability to pick up new systems and software easily. Previous experience with Workday is a plus
Must be able to work independently and as a team member in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple competing tasks and demands
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications (SPHR, PHR, SHRM-SCP, etc.) are a bonus
Experience supporting employees and leaders across multiple states and jurisdictions; experience in the UK and Singapore is a plus
Superior knowledge of US employment law including state-specific laws in WA, CA, and NY. Experience with international employment law in the UK and Singapore is a plus
Previous experience with Workday is a plus

Responsibilities

Support employees and leaders across assigned departments and business units to develop HR strategies to support business goals
Successfully coach and counsel managers on maintaining positive employee relations and serve as primary point of contact for managers on determining resolutions for a wide range of people-related issues
Partner with People team leadership to implement and continuously improve cyclical talent programs including Quarterly Conversations, Talent Reviews, and other talent initiatives
Partner with People team leadership to plan and execute PitchBook’s performance management process
Partner with the Talent Acquisition team and department leaders on headcount planning to ensure job descriptions, leveling, and compensation are accurate before the recruiting process is initiated
Provide consultative compensation support to leaders to ensure that PitchBook’s compensation strategy is competitive and considers performance and internal equity
Diagnose department employee engagement or performance issues and identify solutions to address them
Conduct investigations in response to employee relations issues and recommend/implement courses of action based on investigation results
Act as a liaison between department leaders and HR Operations to facilitate employee lifecycle updates
Partner with HRBPs, HR Operations, and other stakeholders to support PitchBook’s mobility and visa processes for domestic and international transfers
Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local employment laws in all employee-related practices including FLSA, FMLA, HIPAA, EEO, ADA, and related SOX compliance areas
Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors
Participate in various company initiatives and projects as requested