Manager, PEx Generalists and People Partner (HR for HR)

Zoox; Foster City (CA); On-site; USD 173,000 - 249,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

RSUs

Health insurance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Zoox in Foster City, CA, is seeking a People Manager to lead our HR Generalists and partner with People Partners, People Operations, Talent, and L&D to scale talent programs. You will manage the HR Generalist team, support talent retention and development, and guide performance processes, org design, and compensation discussions with senior leaders. A strong track record in a fast‑growing startup and proven change/project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a People Partner (HRBP)
• 5+ years of experience as a people manager, preferably overseeing an HR Generalist team
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders
• Demonstrated results in executing inclusive, scalable Talent Strategies in a high-growth environment
• Experience contributing to scaling programs for various phases of a growing startup
• Strong judgment in assessing employee and business risk
• Knowledge of compensation strategies and equity packages

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of HR Generalists and act as HR for HR at Zoox
• Support strategies for integrating, retaining, and developing talent
• Support the performance management process (calibrations, promotions, and PIP)
• Support org design/health initiatives in partnership with People Partners
• Understand compensation philosophy and structures to evaluate pay trends
• Provide input in I&D and L&D needs
• Mitigate employee relations issues effectively
• Manage projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, meet deadlines
• Assess talent trends and risks and influence leaders with data

Skills

People Partner

HR Generalist management

Change management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Data-driven HR

Job description

We are inventors, builders, and doers, passionate and purposeful in the work we do. We have a once-in-a-century opportunity to reinvent personal transportation—and we need your help. The People Experience (HR) Team is passionate about creating an engaging and rewarding employee experience through meaningful and results-oriented programs and fit-for-purpose processes. Zoox is a company of inventors, builders, and doers. We have a world-class team that is passionate about building amazing technology in a fun and collaborative work environment.

We are looking for a People Manager to lead our Generalists team and be the People Partner for HR. This role is part of a broader team expected to drive appropriate People solutions and partner closely with People Partners, People Operations, Talent, C&B, L&D, Employee Relations, and other cross-functional teams. This position will report to the Director, People Partners for Zoox.

You will also be responsible for contributing to the People Experience Team to enhance, support, and scale our Talent Practices and People Programs.

In This Role, You Will

• Manage a team of HR Generalists and act as HR for HR at Zoox.
• Support strategies for integrating, retaining, and developing talent
• Support the performance management process (calibrations, promotions, and performance improvement process and plans)
• Support org design/health initiatives assessments in partnership with people partners. Identifies potential risks with change and develops mitigation strategies
• Understand compensation philosophy and structures to evaluate trends (internal feedback) and implications on pay programs
• Provides input and insight in I&D and L&D needs
• Support and mitigate employee relations issues effectively
• Manages projects effectively, meeting deadlines and objectives, and coordinates cross-functional teams when necessary.
• Assesses Talent Trends and Risks, and uses data to influence leaders and inform decisions

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a People Partner (HRBP)
• 5+ years of experience as a people manager, preferably overseeing an HR Generalist team
• Demonstrated experience building relationships with senior leaders and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Demonstrated results in executing inclusive, scalable Talent Strategies and programs in a high-growth, fast-paced environment
• Experience contributing to the enhancement and scaling of programs tailored for the various phases of a growing startup (build from scratch or revamp)
• Demonstrated change management and project management skills
• Strong judgment in assessing employee and business risk
• Knowledge of compensation strategies and packages that include equity

$173,000 - $249,000 a year

There are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.

Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.