People Business Partner

Vita Coco; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vita Coco is looking for a People Business Partner to provide strategic support across their U.S. organization, working collaboratively with Sales and HQ functions. The role encompasses employee life cycle guidance, performance management, and alignment of people strategies.

The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years in HR with strong relationships in a global environment, ensuring impactful employee experiences while supporting company values. This position offers a competitive salary range and a variety of benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of progressive HR or People Business Partner experience.
• Experience supporting both corporate (HQ) and field or Sales populations.
• Strong employee relations and coaching background.

Responsibilities

• Align people strategies with business goals.
• Conduct investigations and recommend solutions for employee relations.
• Lead performance management processes.

Skills

HR or People Business Partner experience

Employee relations and coaching

Influencing senior leaders

Knowledge of U.S. employment law

Job description

Our Values

• Human First: We lead with inclusivity, transparency, and empathy.


• Nothing is Impossible: We experiment, learn, and keep moving forward.


• United by Our Will to Win: We stay aligned, work collaboratively, and push toward shared goals.


• Part of Something Bigger: We’re committed to uplifting the communities we’re connected to locally and globally

Vita Coco is the leading coconut water brand in the world, built on a simple idea: bring better-for-you, natural hydration to more people. Since starting in 2004, we’ve grown into a global business with teams in New York, London, and Singapore, and we’re now publicly traded on NASDAQ under COCO.

As a Public Benefit Corporation and Certified B Corp, we’re committed to supporting farming communities, sourcing responsibly, and building products that are better for people and the planet. We move fast, stay scrappy, and care deeply about doing the right thing.

We’re now looking for someone who’s excited to join a growing, purpose-driven company and help shape what comes next.

People Business Partner (U.S.)

The People Business Partner (U.S.) is a strategic advisor and trusted partner to employees across our U.S. organization, including HQ functions and Sales. As a trusted advisor, the People Business Partner provides guidance across the full employee lifecycle, including workforce planning, performance management, employee relations, and change management, while championing Vita Coco’s values and ensuring a consistent and impactful employee experience.

This role will serve as the primary People partner for U.S. employees across Sales and HQ teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnership

• Partner with U.S. HQ and Sales teams to align people strategies with business goals


• Provide coaching and guidance to leaders on performance management, team effectiveness, and organizational design


• Translate global People programs into relevant and effective practices

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as first point of contact for employee relations matters, conducting investigations and recommending solutions


• Advise managers on employee issues including performance, conduct, and policy interpretation


• Drive engagement initiatives and support culture-building efforts

Talent & Performance

• Lead performance management processes in partnership with the global People team


• Support workforce planning, succession planning, and internal mobility


• Partner with Talent Acquisition on hiring strategies and workforce needs

Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness

• Support leaders through change, growth, and transformation initiatives


• Assess organizational health and recommend improvements

People Programs & Compliance Partnership

• Partner with People Operations on policy rollout, compliance initiatives, and consistent application of practices


• Ensure U.S. practices align with employment laws and company policies

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of progressive HR or People Business Partner experience


• Experience supporting both corporate (HQ) and field or Sales populations


• Strong employee relations and coaching background


• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior leaders


• Experience working in a global or matrixed environment


• Strong knowledge of U.S. employment law

This is a reasonable estimate of the current pay range for this position. The base pay actually offered may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

US Pay Range: $120,000 USD – $130,000 USD

A NOTE FROM US

We welcome you to apply—even if you don’t check every box. We’re big fans of curious, growth-minded people who want to learn, contribute, and make an impact. If you feel connected to our brands and our mission, we’d love to hear from you.