What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead HR Business Partner position at OpenGov?
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Job Summary:
The Lead HR Business Partner (HRBP) serves as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, utilizing in-depth professional knowledge and business acumen to drive HR initiatives that align with organizational objectives. This role addresses complex issues through innovative and effective solutions, ensuring interdepartmental collaboration and alignment with broader company goals. The Lead HRBP is accountable for influencing talent strategies, organizational design, and workforce planning while fostering a high-performance culture and improving employee engagement and retention.
Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Partnership
- Act as a primary HR advisor to senior leaders, using advanced expertise to provide strategic guidance on workforce planning, talent strategies, and organizational design.
- Address complex business challenges by evaluating variable factors, adapting processes, and proposing creative solutions.
- Develop and execute HR strategies that align with business goals to enhance long-term organizational effectiveness.
- Collaborate across HR Centers of Excellence (COEs) and other disciplines to ensure seamless delivery of programs and initiatives.
- Network with internal and external stakeholders, influencing decision-making and ensuring alignment with the company’s broader objectives.
Employee Engagement & Retention
- Lead company-wide initiatives to promote employee satisfaction, engagement, and a culture of inclusion and innovation.
- Resolve complex employee relations matters, ensuring compliance and alignment with organizational values.
- Design and implement retention programs and career development initiatives tailored to address workforce needs.
- Administer and oversee employee recognition programs to align with company culture and manage associated budgets.
Talent Management & Leadership Development
- Oversee performance management processes, including goal-setting, feedback, and rewards alignment.
- Develop leadership capabilities by coaching managers and aligning their practices with organizational priorities.
- Partner with Learning & Development teams to design and implement targeted training to address talent gaps.
- Lead succession planning efforts to ensure organizational readiness for key leadership transitions.
HR Analytics & Data-Driven Decision Making
- Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and deliver actionable insights to leadership.
- Use data to inform and improve HR processes, programs, and organizational strategies.
- Present findings and strategic recommendations to senior leaders to influence business decisions.
- Effectively communicate HR updates and initiatives through collaboration platforms (e.g., Slack, email, team meetings).
Requirements and Preferred Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in an HRBP role.
- Demonstrated expertise in handling complex organizational challenges with advanced problem-solving skills.
- Strong ability to align HR strategies with organizational objectives using a strategic, data-driven approach.
- Proficiency in navigating employee relations, organizational development, and performance management in dynamic environments.
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, and influencing skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in SaaS, technology, or high-growth industries.
- Familiarity with global HR practices and compliance standards.
- HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, PHR) is highly desirable.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth, or matrixed environment.
- Expertise in change management, leadership coaching, and organizational design.
On target ranges above include base plus a portion of variable compensation that is earned based on company and individual performance.
The final compensation will be determined by a number of factors such as qualifications, expertise, and the candidate’s geographical location.
What makes OpenGov unique
» Leadership: CEO Zac Bookman (MPA from Harvard and JD from Yale) is truly a mission-driven CEO. He was named one of the 100 most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, a Tech Pioneer by the World Economic Forum, and SF and Silicon Valley Business Times' 40 under 40 class of 2018!
» Growth: Record breaking growth with 1,800 governments (and counting) using our products. Click here to read more.
» Culture: Winner of 2023 Top Workplaces USA award, Awarded Top 25 Cloud Companies to Work For, Winner of Forbes 2022 Best Startup Employers, 50 Best Workplaces award. Check out our Careers Video!
» Perks: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family. We almost forgot to mention: New parents get paid leave to welcome your new bundle of joy into your family. Plus, a wellness stipend for gym memberships/fitness classes for medical plan enrollees, employer HSA contribution, and lunch in-office every Wednesday.
» Product: Named to the GovTech 100 (seven consecutive years), we are the leader in cloud software for our nation's cities, counties, and state agencies.
» Mission Driven: We are a technology company with a passion for the mission. We're powering more effective and accountable government.
Come join us and make a positive social impact!
OpenGov is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
