Senior Business Partner

The Senior People Business Partner collaborates across the Go-To-Market (GTM) and Sales functions to develop and deliver strategic talent management programs and solutions, ensuring alignment with their business goals. Responsibilities include organizational design, change management, employee relations, coaching, retention, compensation and talent management. As a trusted advisor, the Senior People Business Partner plays a critical role in championing Workiva’s culture by promoting open communication, effective teamwork, and strong employee relations practices.

• Partner with organizational leadership to proactively identify and address organizational needs, assess talent landscape, and leadership development to accelerate the achievement of business objectives and drive engagement.
• Collaborate with the Global GTM People Business Partner team on global GTM talent programs and initiatives for regional alignment and execution.
• Collaborate with the People and Culture centers of excellence (COE) teams to align and deliver effective solutions for organizational needs and talent strategies.
• Support organizational design decisions and contribute to change management and communication plans.
• Analyze data, metrics, and trends with leadership to make informed decisions.
• Implement employee engagement activities for the GTM functions.
• Coach management on employee relations, conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and management principles.
• Provide guidance and coaching on performance-related matters.
• Conduct investigations and resolve employee issues while ensuring legal compliance and mitigating risk.
• Cultivate an employee-centric culture, encouraging open and transparent communication.
• Ensure that inclusive workplace practices are woven into all People and Culture programs and solutions.
• Actively promote Workiva’s values and principles as a foundation of company culture and behavioral expectations for every employee.

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience in a related field.
• 6+ years progressive responsibility in human resources disciplines including organizational design, change management, employee relations, compensation, and talent management.

• Previous experience supporting GTM & Sales organizations in a People Business Partner role or closely related function.
• PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification.
• Proven ability to effectively work within a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Experience in a global high-growth tech or software company.
• Knowledge and understanding of HR practices, laws, and regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with key business partners and all levels of employees across the company.
• Proven ability to coach, provide guidance, and influence.
• Experience executing strategic initiatives and operational plans.
• Ability to drive collaboration across all levels with the ability to bring together stakeholders that can create solutions.

• Up to 25% travel for internal meetings and business reviews.
• Reliable internet access for any period working remotely and not in a Workiva office.
• Workiva will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. on a permanent basis.

• Salary range in the US: $ - $
• A discretionary bonus typically paid annually
• Restricted Stock Units granted at time of hire
• 401(k) match and comprehensive employee benefits package

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