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People Business Partner III, Engineering & Product

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Santa Monica, CA/Remote

120 People

About the Role

At ZipRecruiter, a Most Loved Workplace® certified employer in the HR Tech space, Connect talent with opportunity through intelligent matching technology.

<div class="content-intro">We offer a hybrid work environment. Most US-based positions can also be performed remotely (any exceptions will be noted in the Minimum Qualifications below.)</div>Our Mission:&nbsp;

To actively connect people to their next great opportunity.

Who We Are:&nbsp;

ZipRecruiter is a leading online employment marketplace. Powered by AI-driven smart matching technology, ZipRecruiter actively connects millions of all-sized businesses and job seekers through innovative mobile, web, and email services, as well as through partnerships with the best job boards on the web. ZipRecruiter has the #1 rated job search app on iOS &amp; Android.

Summary:

ZipRecruiter is seeking a&nbsp;People Business Partner III to support our Tech and Product organizations. This is an individual contributor role operating at a manager level in scope, influence, and ownership.&nbsp;In this role, you will serve as a strategic partner to senior leaders, helping shape and execute people strategies that drive business outcomes. You will operate with a high degree of autonomy, bringing a clear point of view and influencing decisions across organizational design, performance, and talent.&nbsp;The ideal candidate is a strong operator and advisor who can navigate ambiguity, challenge thinking, and translate business priorities into effective, scalable people solutions. You are comfortable working at both the strategic and executional levels, while maintaining a focus on impact, accountability, and continuous improvement.

You are willing to invite, receive, and act on constructive feedback. You ask thoughtful, sometimes challenging questions to uncover root issues and drive better outcomes. You demonstrate curiosity about the business and bring a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and risks. You value diverse perspectives and operate effectively in a highly collaborative environment.

This role reports to the Sr. Manager, People Business Partner (PBP) for Tech &amp; Product.

Key Focuses:&nbsp;

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<li>Serve as the primary People partner to VP-level and senior leaders across Tech and Product, building strong relationships and influencing decisions on organizational effectiveness, talent, and performance</li>

<li>Own and drive the people strategy for your aligned organizations, translating business priorities into clear, actionable plans and outcomes</li>

<li>Lead workforce planning efforts, including org design, headcount strategy, and succession planning, ensuring alignment with business goals</li>

<li>Partner with leaders to elevate performance standards by reinforcing expectations, guiding calibration discussions, and driving accountability across teams</li>

<li>Coach and challenge leaders on complex topics including performance management, employee relations, team effectiveness, and organizational change</li>

<li>Identify patterns and root causes across teams, and design scalable solutions that improve organizational health and efficiency</li>

<li>Lead and support organizational changes such as restructures, leadership transitions, and team realignments, ensuring thoughtful planning, communication, and execution</li>

<li>Leverage data, insights, and feedback to inform recommendations and influence decision-making at the leadership level</li>

<li>Partner closely with cross-functional People teams, including Talent Acquisition, People Development, Compensation, and People Operations, to deliver integrated solutions</li>

<li>Drive clarity in how People processes are applied within the business, ensuring leaders understand expectations and follow-through on key initiatives</li>

<li>Identify opportunities to streamline or improve existing People programs and processes, focusing on scalability, consistency, and business impact</li>

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Role Requirements:

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<li>Travel to other US offices, as needed</li>

<li>Bachelors’ degree in Human Resources or relevant field</li>

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Minimum Qualifications:&nbsp;

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<li>Engineering &amp; Product Expertise: 6+ years as a People Business Partner supporting senior leaders in Engineering and Product organizations</li>

<li>Stakeholder Influence &amp; Coaching: Demonstrated ability to partner with VP-level stakeholders and above; includes strong coaching skills to challenge and develop leaders at multiple levels</li>

<li>Strategic Org Management: Proven experience leading organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives</li>

<li>Complex Relations &amp; Judgment: Deep experience managing complex employee relations and performance issues with sound judgment and a balanced approach</li>

<li>Data-Driven Mindset: Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable people strategies that drive business outcomes</li>

<li>Independent Execution: Ability to operate independently, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple initiatives simultaneously while navigating ambiguity and bringing clarity to evolving priorities</li>

<li>Cross-Functional Impact: Proven track record of driving cross-functional work and delivering results through others</li>

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Preferred Qualifications:

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<li>Experience in High-Growth or Scaled Tech Environments: Proven track record of supporting Tech/Product teams through periods of rapid scaling or organizational maturity</li>

<li>Strategic Project Management: Demonstrated success leading large-scale, cross-functional HR programs that go beyond standard PBP duties</li>

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As part of our team you'll enjoy:

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<li style="font-weight: 400;">Competitive salary</li>

<li style="font-weight: 400;">Exceptional benefits package</li>

<li style="font-weight: 400;">Flexible Vacation &amp; Paid Time Off</li>

<li style="font-weight: 400;">Employer-matched 401(k) plan</li>

<li style="font-weight: 400;">A fun environment where work-life balance is valued</li>

</ul>

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The US base pay for this full-time position is $130,000-$185,000 USD.

Depending on the position offered, equity, bonuses, commission, or other forms of compensation may also be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

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ZipRecruiter is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or genetics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Working at ZipRecruiter

Common questions candidates ask about this role and ZipRecruiter's workplace

ZipRecruiter makes meaningful connections between job seekers and employers. Over the past 12 years, our online employment marketplace has helped over 3.3 million businesses and 135 million job seekers find their next great opportunity. With offices in the U.S., Canada, U.K. and Israel, ZipRecruiter enables employees to do meaningful work that helps others change their lives through employment. Our powerful matching technology, and a dedication to creating a world class product, has made ZipRecruiter the #1 rated job search app on iOS & Android for the past five years* and #1 rated employment job site by G2.** *Based on job seeker app ratings, during the period of January 2017 to January 2022 from AppFollow for ZipRecruiter, CareerBuilder, Glassdoor, Indeed, LinkedIn, and Monster. **Based on G2 satisfaction ratings as of January 1, 2022.

This position is listed as remote based on the job location.

Salary information may vary by role and location. Please check the specific job listing or discuss compensation during the interview process.

ZipRecruiter is an established organization in its industry. The company is a certified Most Loved Workplace®, highlighting a strong, positive culture and committed workforce.

Key benefit categories include: Health & Wellness, Financial Security, Work-Life Balance, Professional Development, Lifestyle & Perks. You can view more details on their CertCheck profile.

The day-to-day environment is guided by core values such as Courageous Innovation and Collaborative Problem-Solving and Mission-Driven Purpose.

The company has committed to inclusive practices including: Fostering Trust and Transparency and Investing in Employee Growth and Development.

They have earned Most Loved Workplace® certifications including: Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2026 and Most Loved Workplace Most Loved Workplaces® 2021.

ZipRecruiter currently has 40 open positions. They are hiring across departments like 765 Decision Science, 610 Product, 415 Enterprise Sales. You can view all current openings at certcheck.mostlovedworkplace.com/companies/ziprecruiter/jobs.

The interview process typically involves an initial recruiter screen followed by team interviews. Please contact ZipRecruiter's recruiting team for specific details on this role's process.