Act as a trusted partner to managers and leaders, turning business goals into people strategies (performance management, employee relations, compensation, retention initiatives)
Use data, insights, and market trends to guide talent and organizational decisions
Translate business needs and goals into personal and team actions
Coach leaders and people managers to proactively manage employees and provide advice and guidance on varying employee topics and issues
Provide guidance on team design, role clarity, and succession planning
Drive rollout of People initiatives (e.g., performance management, compensation, engagement) within client groups
Provide feedback and recommendations to the development and execution of People Programs, supporting employee and manager enablement needs
Offer timely, compliant, and solutions-focused advice on employee relations matters
Leverage engagement and exit data to shape retention and engagement strategies
Build strong cross-functional partnerships to align solutions and share best practices across the organization
Report to the Senior Manager, HRBP & People Programs and work across multiple functions collaborating closely with COEs
Requirements
5+ years in a people org role
3+ years experience in a business partner function (preferably in a tech start-up environment)
Deep commercial understanding
Ability to take business goals/priorities and translate them into initiatives
Consultative approach to strategic partnership
Combine people intuition, data, business judgment and discretion in decision-making
Proven experience handling complex and sensitive employee relations matters with sound judgment and discretion
Experience providing business partnership and support to a diverse group of managers and leaders in a matrixed environment
Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal)
Exemplary client service skills and ability to handle multiple projects and competing priorities
Strong knowledge of HR compliance regulations, employment laws, and industry best practices
Team player with a sense of ownership; self-motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Alignment to Intercom’s core values
Values and respects confidentiality
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States is required
Benefits
Competitive salary and meaningful equity
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Regular compensation reviews - great work is rewarded!
Flexible paid time off policy
Paid Parental Leave Program
401k plan & match
In-office bicycle storage
Fun events for Intercomrades, friends, and family!
Eligibility for corporate bonus program or sales incentive and Restricted Stock Units (RSUs)
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
communication skillsconsultative approachclient service skillsorganizational skillsattention to detailteam playerself-motivatedability to handle multiple projectsbusiness judgmentdiscretion