Senior HR Business Partner – Temporary, Fixed-Term (6 Months)

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Act as a reliable HR Business Partner for leaders, managers, and individual contributors within Engineering and Product.

• Establish strong relationships with stakeholders throughout R&D divisions reporting to the CTO and CPO.

• Guide managers on performance management, providing feedback, employee development, and enhancing organizational effectiveness.

• Facilitate performance management processes, including coaching, documentation, performance improvement discussions, and addressing complex employee situations.

• Conduct exit interviews to gather insights on recurring themes and trends.

• Independently handle employee relations issues and collaborate with Legal and cross-functional partners as necessary.

• Assist in executing compensation reviews, the Employee Growth Cycle, and the Your Voice Matters employee engagement survey.

• Identify talent trends, organizational challenges, and opportunities, converting insights into actionable recommendations and plans.

• Ensure uniform application of Motive policies, HR practices, and employment standards across the organization.

• Work with the Lead HRBP and People cross-functional partners on key initiatives and continuity efforts.

• Provide global support to employees regarding People programs and processes.

• Offer interim coverage during a leave and transition period for an initial duration of six months.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 8 years of progressive HR experience, with substantial HRBP experience in fast-paced, high-growth organizations that operate globally.

• Background in supporting technical client groups such as Engineering, Product, or broader R&D sectors.

• Exceptional coaching skills for managers in areas including performance management, employee development, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness.

• Proven experience managing employee relations issues with sound judgment, thorough documentation, and a high level of discretion.

• Familiarity with compensation cycles, engagement surveys, and key talent programs such as performance reviews and growth or development cycles.

• Ability to utilize AI tools to enhance HR processes and employee experiences while maintaining confidentiality and exercising good judgment.

• Strong business insight and a commitment to operational excellence.

• Capacity to quickly gain trust and credibility with leaders, managers, and employees at various levels.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• High degree of ownership, focus on execution, and comfort in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

• A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.

• HR certification and experience in supporting globally distributed teams are advantageous.

• Candidate must be authorized to receive and access commodities and technologies regulated under U.S. Export Administration Regulations.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health, pharmacy, optical, and dental care benefits, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Paid time off.

• Sick time off.

• Coverage for short-term and long-term disability.

• Life insurance.

• 401(k) contributions, subject to eligibility requirements.

• Potential for restricted stock units for specific roles.

• Some interviews or new-hire training sessions may take place in person at a global office.