People & Culture Business Partner

Jobtailor

Burbank (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor in California seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to align talent strategies with business goals across multiple units. You will build partnerships with leaders, drive workforce planning with FP&A, and lead organizational change initiatives in a fast-paced digital services environment.

You will manage employee lifecycle, ensure CA labor law compliance, oversee HRIS data integrity, and coach leaders to improve performance while fostering an inclusive culture.

Qualifications

3–5 years of progressive HR experience with strategic partner capacity
Proven ability to drive projects from ambiguity to execution with minimal supervision
Deep knowledge of California labor laws, FEHA guidelines, and wage-and-hour compliance
Experience in advertising technology, SaaS, or digital services environments preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication with the ability to influence leaders at all levels
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; professional certifications preferred

Responsibilities

Build cross-functional relationships with business unit leaders and align talent strategies with operational goals
Identify organizational bottlenecks, interpersonal challenges, and process gaps; develop end-to-end solutions
Partner with department leadership and Finance (FP&A) on workforce planning, headcount forecasting, skill gaps, and scalable structures
Lead and support organizational change initiatives, including leadership coaching and communication plans
Manage employee lifecycle workflows, including onboarding, offboarding, status changes, and system updates
Maintain HRIS data integrity, generate reports, manage documentation, and track HR metrics
Handle employee and manager inquiries regarding policies, benefits execution, and leave administration
Oversee local office operations, facilities administration, vendors, supplies, building management, health and safety, and space planning
Lead Cal/OSHA site safety administration, including the IIPP and WVPP
Drive performance management, goal setting, OKRs/KPIs, and talent reviews
Identify high-potential talent, design development strategies, and support succession planning
Analyze employee feedback and implement retention strategies while fostering an inclusive culture
Coach employees and leaders and independently investigate complex employee relations issues, performance plans, and policy interpretations
Ensure employment practices comply with labor laws, industry standards, and corporate guidelines
Ensure compliance with California Labor Code, FEHA, and wage-and-hour laws
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by management
Report to the VP, People & Culture

Skills

HRBP Experience

California Labor Law

Workforce Planning

Performance Management

HRIS Proficiency

Leadership Coaching

Data Analysis

Retention Strategies

Organizational Change Management

Safety Administration

Wage-and-Hour Compliance

Hybrid/Remote Work Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology

SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR preferred

Tools

Bob

Workable

Job description

Build cross-functional relationships with business unit leaders and align talent strategies with operational goals
Identify organizational bottlenecks, interpersonal challenges, and process gaps; develop and execute end-to-end solutions
Partner with department leadership and Finance (FP&A) on workforce planning, headcount forecasting, skill gaps, and scalable structures
Lead and support organizational change initiatives, including leadership coaching and communication plans
Manage employee lifecycle workflows, including onboarding, offboarding, status changes, and system updates
Maintain HRIS data integrity, generate reports, manage documentation, and track HR metrics
Handle employee and manager inquiries regarding policies, benefits execution, and leave administration
Oversee local office operations, facilities administration, vendors, supplies, building management, health and safety, and space planning
Lead Cal/OSHA site safety administration, including the IIPP and WVPP
Drive performance management, goal setting, OKRs/KPIs, and talent reviews
Identify high-potential talent, design development strategies, and support succession planning
Analyze employee feedback and implement retention strategies while fostering an inclusive culture
Coach employees and leaders and independently investigate complex employee relations issues, performance plans, and policy interpretations
Ensure employment practices comply with labor laws, industry standards, and corporate guidelines
Ensure compliance with California Labor Code, FEHA, and wage-and-hour laws
Perform other responsibilities as assigned by management
Report to the VP, People & Culture

Requirements

3-5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a dedicated HRBP or strategic People Partner capacity
Track record of driving projects independently from ambiguity to execution with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex problems, weigh risks, and implement sound, pragmatic solutions
Deep knowledge of California labor laws, wage-and-hour compliance, FEHA guidelines, and Cal/OSHA workplace safety standards
Willingness and discipline to switch between strategic thinking and detail-oriented administrative execution
Experience supporting groups within advertising technology, SaaS, media logistics, or fast-paced digital services environments preferred
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence leaders at all levels
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or equivalent practical experience
Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR preferred
Experience navigating hybrid/remote global workforces across multiple time zones preferred
Hands-on proficiency with modern HRIS platforms, including Bob and Workable, preferred
Prior experience managing workplace facilities, safety plans, or site operations alongside HR responsibilities in California preferred
Experience supporting media, entertainment technology, SaaS, or advertising services teams preferred

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in HR strategy alignment, workforce planning, and compliance with California labor laws. Proven ability to manage employee lifecycle processes, drive performance management initiatives, and foster an inclusive workplace culture.

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