HR Business Partner

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Global HR Business Partner to lead and manage all human resources initiatives across our global organization. This person will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership and employees, building the HR infrastructure from the ground up — including policies, programs, and strategies that support compliance, culture, and engagement across multiple countries.

This is a hands-on, strategic role that will take full ownership of HR responsibilities, allowing leadership to focus on business growth and operations. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in global HR management, strong understanding of international labor practices, and the ability to scale people operations in a growing organization.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

• Act as a strategic advisor to the leadership team on all people-related matters globally.
• Build and implement a cohesive HR framework — policies, procedures, and programs — aligned with company values and business objectives.
• Partner with department heads to identify organizational needs, workforce planning, and talent strategy
  
  

Compliance & Policy Management

• Develop and maintain global HR policies that ensure compliance with local labor laws in all operating countries.
• Oversee risk management related to employment practices, employee relations, and data protection.
• Manage and advise on contracts, benefits, and legal compliance for international employees and contractors.
  
  

Employee Experience & Management

• Design and execute programs to foster employee engagement, performance, and retention.
• Champion company culture and ensure alignment across diverse global teams.
• Lead initiatives for employee well-being, recognition, and development.
  
  

Talent Management & Development

• Implement performance management frameworks and professional development programs.
• Support leadership coaching, succession planning, and career growth initiatives.
  
  

Operational Excellence

• Own HR operations including onboarding, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and HRIS management.
• Create dashboards and metrics to measure HR effectiveness and provide insights to leadership.
• Manage vendor relationships and global benefits providers.
  
  

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally with global or multi-country scope.
• Strong understanding of international employment laws, HR compliance, and cross-cultural management.
• Proven experience building HR infrastructure from scratch in a scaling or startup environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to operate strategically while executing hands-on HR tasks when needed.
• SHRM-SCP, CIPD, or equivalent certification is a plus.