HR Business Partner

New Relic, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to join their dynamic global team. This role focuses on enhancing employee experience and fostering a culture of innovation within the Engineering, Product, and Design divisions. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive HR expertise to influence talent strategies and drive change initiatives while collaborating with various departments. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking organization that values diversity and inclusion, offering a flexible work environment and a commitment to employee well-being.

Benefits

Health coverage

Parental leave

Mental health support

Retirement plans

Flexible time off

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience in a fast-paced organization.
• Extensive employee relations experience and proven coaching ability.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary HR Business Partner for Engineering, Product, and Design teams.
• Analyze data to recommend initiatives for employee engagement and performance.

Skills

HR Business Partner experience

Employee relations

Coaching and influencing leaders

Data analysis

Change management

Talent management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in HR or Business

Certifications (PHR, SPHR, etc.)

Job description

HR Business Partner HR Business Partner HR Business Partner Req ID FY|G&A|#3 Location(s) Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Charleston, South Carolina, USA; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Miami, Florida, USA; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; New York City, New York, USA; Newark, New Jersey, USA; Orlando, Florida, USA; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Prospect, Connecticut, USA; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Work arrangement(s) Fully Remote (works exclusively from home)

Your opportunity

New Relic is looking for an experienced HR professional to join a fast-paced, high-performing global HR Business Partner team. We seek a trusted advisor and strategic thinker skilled in relationship building, influence, and negotiation. The HRBP will partner with global teams, including People, Finance, Legal, and Tech Leaders, to foster an innovative, growth-oriented culture.

This role focuses on the Engineering, Product, and Design (EPD) organization, balancing regional complexities with global HR strategies to deliver business outcomes and enhance employee experience through data analysis, trend assessment, and root cause analysis.

What you'll do

• Serve as the primary HR Business Partner for Engineering, Product, and Design teams in North America, collaborating with leaders and managers across HR lifecycle processes.
• Develop strategic HR plans aligned with business goals after understanding team strategies and objectives.
• Advise on and influence talent strategies to support regional and global business needs.
• Act as a coach and change management liaison, designing and implementing change initiatives with minimal disruption.
• Innovate and improve HR practices and methodologies.
• Analyze data and trends to recommend initiatives that improve employee engagement, DEI, retention, and performance.
• Coordinate with the global HRBP EPD team on strategies and priorities.
• Partner with People, Finance, and other teams on HR initiatives such as organizational design, talent management, employee relations, compensation, and culture.
• Support regional culture and trust through collaboration with local advocates.
• Work proactively with Talent Acquisition to develop effective recruiting strategies.
• Ensure compliance with local laws and safeguard data security and confidentiality.
• Lead or participate in HR projects and business unit committees.

This role requires

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant HR Business Partner experience in a fast-paced, customer-driven organization.
• Extensive employee relations experience.
• Proven ability to coach and influence leaders at all levels.
• Strong communication skills.
• Deep expertise in one or more HR disciplines (e.g., recruitment, compensation, employee relations, performance management, benefits).
• Experience managing regional challenges and complex projects across multiple geographies.

Bonus points if you have

• Degree in HR, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP.
• Experience supporting global engineering organizations in the SaaS industry.
• Previous work with a multinational US-headquartered company.

We value diversity and inclusion, encouraging everyone to bring their authentic selves to work. We celebrate varied backgrounds and experiences, which inspire our innovation and success.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please visit our website.

Our flexible workforce model supports fully remote, hybrid, or office-based work arrangements.

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available, and all hires must verify identity and work eligibility. A criminal background check is required.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies without a signed agreement.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive environment, evaluating candidates solely on qualifications.

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The salary range listed is an estimate and varies by location and experience. We offer various benefits including health coverage, parental leave, mental health support, retirement plans, flexible time off, and more.