People Business Partner

As a People Business Partner, you will serve as a strategic partner to people managers in a fast-growing startup environment. You will help leaders navigate performance, team dynamics, employee relations, and complex workplace challenges. The role gives you ownership of performance management and compensation strategies as the organization continues to scale. You will also shape manager development programs and improve people-related processes and resources. This position requires strong judgment, independence, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with fairness and consistency. Reporting to the VP of People, you will collaborate closely with the broader People Operations team and company leadership.

• 7+ years of HR experience, including at least 3 years in an HR Business Partner role.
• Proven experience owning compensation administration and developing or evolving compensation strategies.
• Demonstrated experience designing and improving performance management methodologies rather than simply administering an established cycle.
• Proven ability to independently manage employee relations matters and conduct workplace investigations.
• Strong coaching and influencing skills, with the ability to build genuine partnerships with people managers and leadership.
• Highly organized, self-directed, and capable of managing competing priorities with minimal oversight.
• Strong sense of ownership and follow-through, including the discipline to manage recurring operational responsibilities without close supervision.
• Based in the San Diego, CA area, with a preference for the ability to work in person 2–4 days per month.
• SHRM-SCP or SPHR certification is preferred.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, early-stage startup environment.
• Adaptable and resilient, with a positive approach to changing priorities and circumstances.
• Collaborative and team-oriented, with a strong commitment to inclusivity and supporting colleagues.