What are the responsibilities and job description for the People Business Partner position at Sage?
Job Description
Join our dynamic team of People Business Partners (PBPs) at Sage, where you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across diverse areas of the business without being tied to a single leader or function. In this agile role, you'll take on ad hoc targeted issue resolution, provide cyclical HR business partnering support and consultative guidance while contributing regional expertise to integrate global people initiatives. If you're energized by building relationships, navigating ambiguity, and helping achieve bold people goals, this role is for you.
Why Join Sage?
Sage empowers small to medium-sized businesses, the backbone of our economies, to knock down barriers and succeed with AI-powered Accounting, Payroll and People software. Knowing that 6M of our global customers depend on our solutions, motivates us to keep innovating so they keep growing. Sage Copilot is a prime example: https://youtu.be/TaXRflh0Nz4?si=_CVy334Jf-fmYPPI
As part of a global software company, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, expand your international network, and collaborate with a diverse, global HR/People team. Guided by our mantra and core values—"Do the right thing": Human, Trust, Bold, and Simplify—we foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. What sets Sage apart is our commitment to your development, offering flexibility through hybrid working and prioritizing your professional growth. Plus, Sage is passionate about making a difference, providing all employees 40 paid volunteer hours annually through the Sage Foundation to give back to communities and create a positive impact: https://www.sage.com/en-gb/company/sage-foundation/
Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week of in-office collaboration from our new North America flagship office (619 Ponce, March 2025)
Minimum Qualifications - Is this you?
Experience: At least 2 years of experience in HR/People Business Partnering ideally within a large, private-sector organizations (technology, professional or financial services or other corporate environments).
Agility and influence: You thrive in grey zones, and have partnered with leaders, and are adapt to shifting priorities with ease.
Project expertise: You have a track record of managing iniatives and projects, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
Relationship builder: You create trust quickly and maintain strong partnerships.
Consultative mindset: You advise, guide and coach to achieve meaningful outcomes, knowing when to challenge and when to lean in.
Problem-solving skills: You turn complex data into actionable insights and solutions that drive results.
Why Join Sage?
Sage empowers small to medium-sized businesses, the backbone of our economies, to knock down barriers and succeed with AI-powered Accounting, Payroll and People software. Knowing that 6M of our global customers depend on our solutions, motivates us to keep innovating so they keep growing. Sage Copilot is a prime example: https://youtu.be/TaXRflh0Nz4?si=_CVy334Jf-fmYPPI
As part of a global software company, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, expand your international network, and collaborate with a diverse, global HR/People team. Guided by our mantra and core values—"Do the right thing": Human, Trust, Bold, and Simplify—we foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. What sets Sage apart is our commitment to your development, offering flexibility through hybrid working and prioritizing your professional growth. Plus, Sage is passionate about making a difference, providing all employees 40 paid volunteer hours annually through the Sage Foundation to give back to communities and create a positive impact: https://www.sage.com/en-gb/company/sage-foundation/
Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week of in-office collaboration from our new North America flagship office (619 Ponce, March 2025)
Minimum Qualifications - Is this you?
Key Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Collaborate with Strategic (Director-level) PBPs, Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and business leaders to design and execute key people-focused initiatives, including:
Essential cyclical processes like performance management and talent management.
Strategic planning initiatives, organizational design, workforce planning, and ad-hoc issue resolution.
Driving global people initiatives, promoting adoption, and aligning with country/function-specific requirements.
Support and advise leaders on core people processes, including headcount management, engagement action planning, and talent/succession planning.
Devise, implement, and oversee people policies and processes tailored to specific countries/functions while maintaining alignment with global strategies and frameworks.
Manage stakeholder relationships with People Leadership and the broader People Team to ensure effective planning and delivery.
Benefits? We have plenty.
Competitive annual bonuses
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) retirement match (100% matching up to 4%)
32 days paid time off (22 personal days & 10 national holidays)
18 weeks of paid parental leave (offered 1 year after the start date)
Work Away Program: Opportunity to work & play for 10 weeks from another country (Sage-approved list)
Sage Foundation: 5 days paid yearly to volunteer
$5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year starting 6 months after the hire date
Sage Wellness Rewards Program ($600 wellness credit and $360 fitness reimbursement annually)
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Collaborate with Strategic (Director-level) PBPs, Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and business leaders to design and execute key people-focused initiatives, including:
Benefits? We have plenty.
#LI-CH1
Function
People
Country
United States
Office Location
Atlanta
Work Place type
Hybrid
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Our colleagues are the best of the best. Because to achieve extraordinary outcomes, we need extraordinary teams. This means infusing Sage with people who knock down barriers, continuously innovate, and want to experience their potential.
Learn more about working at Sage: sage.com/en-us/company/careers/working-at-sage/
Watch a video about our culture: youtube.com/watch?v=h1-vs3zIpnc
We celebrate individuality and welcome you to join us if you embrace all backgrounds, identities, beliefs, and ways of working. If you need support applying, reach out at careers@sage.com.
Learn more about DEI at Sage: sage.com/en-us/company/careers/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/
