Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP)

Georgian Partners; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an HR Business Partner to enhance workplace culture and drive operational excellence. This role involves managing key HR processes including onboarding, payroll, and performance reviews in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment. The successful candidate will collaborate across teams to support employee development and retention.

Benefits

Flexible PTO with 11 U.S. holidays

Competitive health insurance plan

12 weeks paid parental leave

401k program with immediate vesting

$500 work-from-home stipend

$1,200 Health & Wellness Allowance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hyper-growth SaaS environments.
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.
• Strong analytical skills for compensation analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design onboarding experiences and manage offboarding.
• Conduct market research for compensation analysis.
• Oversee payroll processing for accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Trust Building

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Certifications such as SHRM-CP, PHR

Tools

HRIS

Payroll Systems

Job description

you.com is an AI-powered search and productivity platform designed to empower users with personalized, efficient, and trustworthy search experiences. As a cutting-edge technology company, we combine advanced AI models with user-first principles to deliver tools that enhance discovery, creativity, and productivity. At you.com, we are on a mission to create the most helpful search engine in the world—one that prioritizes transparency, privacy, and user control.

We’re building a team of innovators, problem-solvers, and visionaries who are passionate about shaping the future of AI and technology. At you.com, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects, collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry, and grow your career in an environment that values creativity, diversity, and curiosity. If you’re ready to make a difference and help us revolutionize the way people search and work, we’d love to have you join us!

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner (HRBP) with a strong background in hyper-growth SaaS environments to join our team. In this cross-functional role, you’ll be instrumental in fostering a positive workplace culture while driving operational excellence. This position does not include direct reports but requires significant collaboration across teams to support the full employee lifecycle and build scalable people operations processes.

Responsibilities

As an HRBP, you will:

• Onboarding & Offboarding
  • Design and execute a seamless onboarding experience for new hires, ensuring they feel supported and set up for success.
  • Manage offboarding processes, conducting exit interviews and identifying trends for improvement.
  • Maintain compliance and accuracy in employee records during transitions

• Training & Coaching Managers
  • Act as a trusted advisor to managers, providing guidance on people management best practices.
  • Develop and deliver training programs to enhance leadership capabilities.
  • Coach managers on handling employee relations issues, team performance, and engagement strategies.

• Running Compensation Analysis
  • Conduct market research and internal pay equity analyses to ensure competitive and fair compensation structures.
  • Collaborate with leadership to create and update compensation frameworks aligned with company goals.
  • Provide insights and recommendations on salary benchmarking and total rewards strategies.

• Payroll Administration
  • Oversee payroll processing in collaboration with finance and payroll vendors, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees in a timely manner.
  • Implement improvements in payroll workflows for efficiency and scalability.

• Benefit Administration
  • Administer employee benefits programs, including enrollment, renewals, and communication.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for benefits-related questions and troubleshooting.
  • Analyze and recommend enhancements to benefits offerings to support employee well-being and retention.

• Performance Review Cycles
  • Coordinate and manage the end-to-end performance review process, including communication, timelines, and tools.
  • Partner with leaders to ensure effective and constructive feedback practices.
  • Analyze performance data to identify trends and recommend improvements to the review process.

• Career Track Development
  • Contribute to building foundational career path frameworks and growth opportunities for employees.
  • Collaborate with department heads to define role expectations and advancement criteria.
  • Support initiatives to enhance talent development and succession planning.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in hyper-growth SaaS environments, with a strong understanding of the unique challenges and opportunities in scaling teams rapidly.
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and compliance in a fast-paced setting.
• Prior experience in payroll administration and benefits management.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct compensation analysis and interpret performance data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on building trust and fostering relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects independently without direct reports.
• Proficiency in HRIS, payroll systems, and other relevant tools.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications such as SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent are a plus.
• Experience scaling HR processes in global SaaS organizations is highly desirable.

Our salary bands are structured based on a combination of geographic tiers and internal leveling. Compensation is determined by multiple factors assessed during the interview process, with the final offer reflecting these considerations.

Salary Band

$135,000—$170,000 USD

Company Perks:

• Hubs in San Francisco and New York City offering regular in-person gatherings and co-working sessions

• Flexible PTO with 11 U.S. holidays observed and a week shutdown in December to rest and recharge*

• A competitive health insurance plan covers 100% of the policyholder and 75% for dependents*

• 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the US*

• 401k program, 3% match - vested immediately!*

• $500 work-from-home stipend to be used up to a year of your start date*

• $1,200 per year Health & Wellness Allowance to support your personal goals*

• Chance to collaborate with a team at the forefront of AI research

*Certain perks and benefits are limited to full-time employees only

you.com is an E-Verify employer. We are also an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace. Please let us know if you require accommodation for any portion of the recruitment and hiring process.