Senior Talent Business Partner

Summary

Join Airbnb's Talent team as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner, strategically partnering with the global Marketing team. As a trusted advisor, you will work with senior leadership on people-related projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and manage change effectively. You will develop and implement talent strategies, provide support on complex employee relations matters, and champion employee engagement. This role requires strong communication, analytical, and influencing skills, along with the ability to work both strategically and tactically. The position is remote-eligible, requiring Pacific Time Zone work hours, and offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• 15+ years of progressive Talent/HR experience in a high speed, high growth environment
• Background working with supporting teams regionally and globally
• Experience in employee engagement, performance management and coaching, compensation programs
• Experience managing, leading, and coaching teams and people, both formally and informally
• A high energy, thoughtful Talent Partner who can work at a detailed tactical level and also see the big picture
• Proven ability to think creatively, participate fully and work collaboratively to develop and execute programs. Ability to work in and navigate a matrixed environment
• Strong communication and relationship building skills to effectively support and connect with a global, diverse and valuable team
• Not afraid to roll sleeves up and get involved in all aspects of the role - no job too big or too small
• Well-developed analytical and influencing skills, unquestioned integrity and a confident presence to effectively resolve sensitive employee issues
• A collaborative, thoughtful HR leader who sees the big picture and is comfortable getting into the details (can operationalize a strategy)
• Genuine curiosity and strong desire to continuously learn and grow
• Self-directed and highly independent. Comfortable with being remotely managed
• Great at collaborating with employees at all levels and with many different teams
• Ability to be patient and communicate respectfully in a fast paced environment
• Ability to perceive, understand, judge, and come to a reasonable and logical conclusion in order to have the best outcome in any given situation
• A sense of humor and passion for Airbnb are essential - we are really excited to work here, and you should be too!

Responsibilities

• Work with the Senior Leadership team to define, launch, and execute various strategic and operational people-related projects
• Collaborate cross-functionally across all levels of leadership and drive communications with COE partner teams to execute key programs and projects
• Effectively manage change by influencing and communicating with key stakeholders. Anticipate risks associated with change management, and ensure creative and effective mitigations are available
• Plan and facilitate HR projects globally by building plans, action planning with the Business Leaders and Talent Partners in their respective areas
• Develop and translate talent strategy and people agenda into deliverable plans that align with local business strategy in collaboration with the Talent Director
• Provide local support on complex ER matters escalated from Talent Partners and develop appropriate solutions
• Campaign manage the delivery of segment and central HR communications and engagement, including the delivery of the engagement survey to ensure engagement results are achieved
• Proactively shape talent priorities to align to business strategy and changing needs. Help shape the appropriate culture. Diagnose and define programs and support needs to optimize business performance
• Actively partner, coach & develop leadership in team members, managers and individuals
• Advocate for teams and represent their needs to the regional and global talent team and senior leadership
• Promote a culture of feedback and open communication
• Work with managers and advise on performance and behavioral issues. When appropriate, escalate to broader talent and legal team
• Partner with our recruiting team to ensure a positive and seamless candidate experience
• Educate employees and managers on our compensation and benefits programs
• Understand the needs of the team and make recommendations regarding recognition and rewards programs
• Partner with Legal and Employee Relations (ER) teams on handling ER issues in compliance with employment regulations
• Assist the business with all aspects of the Talent Management process and performance reviews
• Partner with the Compensation and Total Rewards team on candidate offers to new employees, internal mobility and various team initiatives

Benefits

• This role may also be eligible for bonus, equity, benefits, and Employee Travel Credits
• $200,000 — $250,000 USD