People Business Partner, Tech & Product at ZipRecruiter

Santa Monica, California, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Technology, HR Tech, RecruitmentIndustries

Requirements

3-5 years operating in a People/HR Business Partner capacity
Experience working with Engineering and Product leaders and/or with technical talent
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and credibility across multiple levels
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining attention to detail and follow-through
Practical experience guiding managers

Responsibilities

Work closely with leadership across Tech and Product, to understand, execute and provide thought partnership on key people priorities, acting as the primary point of contact for line management
Translate technical and business context into clear, actionable people recommendations for our Tech Teams, using data and feedback to inform insights and guide decisions
Learn the rhythms of Tech and Product teams quickly, including their sub-teams, goals, workflows, and rituals, while maintaining a working knowledge of how each function contributes to cross-functional priorities
Develop strong relationships and build trust with employees at all levels to position the People team as a strategic partner
Support and coach managers on everyday leadership challenges such as feedback, communication, and employee relations, leveraging established HR practices and guidance from senior PBPs when needed
Collaborate with senior PBPs on organizational design or team restructuring efforts, providing execution support and helping communicate changes clearly to employees
Coordinate and facilitate key People programs and Tech organization initiatives, such as performance reviews, promotion cycles, talent calibration, and engagement survey action planning
Identify opportunities to simplify or enhance existing People processes, raising recommendations and helping implement improvements in collaboration with senior PBPs
Collaborate with cross-functional People teams, including Talent Acquisition, People Development, and Workplace Experience, to drive programs and projects specific to Tech & Product teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

HR Business PartneringLeadership CoachingEmployee RelationsTalent ManagementDiversity & InclusionChange ManagementStakeholder ManagementPeople Practices

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this role remote or hybrid?

The position offers a hybrid work environment, and most US-based positions can also be performed remotely unless exceptions are noted in the Minimum Qualifications.

What is the salary for this People Business Partner role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills are required for this position?

Key skills include translating business priorities into people practices, coaching managers on leadership challenges, building trust with employees, a transparent and creative leadership style, comfort with ambiguity, curiosity about the business, and valuing inclusion and diversity.

What is the company culture like at ZipRecruiter?

ZipRecruiter fosters a culture where employees feel accepted, supported, and celebrated, embracing differences to make the team stronger, with a focus on ethical solutions, inclusion, diversity of opinions, and thriving in a highly collaborative environment.

What makes a strong candidate for this role?

A strong candidate has a transparent and creative leadership style, inspires action through solutions, welcomes feedback, asks challenging questions, shows business curiosity with rapid self-learning, values inclusion, and excels in collaborative environments with ambiguity.

ZipRecruiter

Online job search and recruitment platform

About ZipRecruiter

ZipRecruiter connects job seekers with employers through an online employment marketplace. The platform allows users to search millions of job listings and apply with a single click, simplifying the hiring process. A key feature is "Phil," an AI-driven personal recruiter that assists job seekers by helping them find opportunities, offering application tips, and providing updates on their application status. ZipRecruiter serves a wide range of clients, from small businesses to large enterprises, enabling employers to post jobs, search for candidates, and manage applications efficiently. The company operates on a subscription model, where employers pay to access job listings and the candidate database. This model supports ongoing improvements to their technology and services. ZipRecruiter stands out from competitors with its user-friendly interface, advanced AI capabilities, and strong customer support, aiming to make job searching and hiring more effective for everyone.

Santa Monica, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2010Year Founded

$261.7MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Consulting, EducationIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health, Dental & Pet Insurance

Flexible Time Off

Generous Parental Leave

Volunteer Program

Risks

Increased competition from AI-driven platforms like LinkedIn and Indeed.

Economic uncertainties may reduce hiring budgets, impacting subscription revenue.

AI integration raises privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny affecting operations and trust.

Differentiation

ZipRecruiter's AI-driven recruiter 'Phil' offers personalized job search assistance 24/7.

The platform's user-friendly interface simplifies the hiring process for employers and job seekers.

ZipRecruiter's subscription model provides a steady revenue stream for continuous technology investment.

Upsides

Integration with iCIMS ATS enhances recruitment efficiency and reduces candidate drop-off rates.

Acquisition of Breakroom boosts employer branding and attracts more job seekers.

2024 Labor Market Outlook report helps tailor services to emerging industry demands.

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