People Experience Business Partner / Contract / Remote

Motion Recruitment; Folsom (CA); Remote; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the SaaS Education sector is looking for a People Experience Business Partner. In this fully remote role, you will serve as a strategic advisor, aligning people strategies with business goals while championing employee experience and driving organizational change. A Bachelor’s degree and significant HR experience are required for this 5-month contract position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive HR experience.
• 3 years in a business partner or strategic HR role.
• Experience in global or multicultural environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business leaders to align people strategies.
• Champion a positive employee experience across the employee lifecycle.
• Lead and support change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions.

Skills

HR disciplines

Business acumen

Communication

Coaching

Influencing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

People analytics tools

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Our global SaaS Education client has a great foot in the door contract opportunity! This client seeks a full-time contractor People Experience Business Partner. This is a fully remote role.

The People Experience Business Partner aligns business goals with employee and leadership needs across designated units. Serving as a strategic advisor, this role supports leaders on people-related matters, champions employee experience, and drives organizational change. It proactively identifies workforce needs and collaborates with HR and business teams to deliver integrated, value-driven solutions. The role may include international responsibilities and requires strong business insight, including understanding financials, strategic plans, culture, and competitive landscape.

Contract Duration: 5-Months

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a business partner or strategic HR role.
• Proven experience supporting senior leaders and driving people strategies in complex, matrixed organizations.
• Experience working in global or multicultural environments is a plus.
• Knowledge & Skills

• Deep understanding of HR disciplines including talent management, organizational development, employee relations, and change management.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to align people strategies with business goals.
• Proficiency in using HRIS systems and people analytics tools to inform decisions.
• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices across multiple regions (if applicable).
• Leadership & Interpersonal Skills

• Exceptional communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Ability to build trust and strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving initiatives in fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change and foster a culture of inclusion and engagement.
• Mindset & Approach

• Strategic thinker with a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach.
• Passionate about enhancing the employee experience and organizational culture.
• Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to continuous learning and improvement.
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

Daily Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership

• Collaborate with business leaders to align people strategies with organizational goals.
• Serve as a trusted advisor on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent management.

• Employee Experience & Engagement

• Champion a positive employee experience across the employee lifecycle.
• Drive initiatives that enhance engagement, inclusion, and well-being.
• Change Management

• Lead and support change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and employee adoption.
• Act as a change agent to foster a culture of agility and continuous improvement.
• Talent Development

• Partner with Learning & Development to identify growth opportunities and career pathways.
• Support leadership development and succession planning efforts.
• Performance & Culture

• Guide performance management processes to drive accountability and high performance.
• Promote a culture aligned with company values and business objectives.
• Data-Driven Insights

• Use people analytics to inform decisions and measure the impact of HR initiatives.
• Monitor key HR metrics and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Employee Relations

• Address complex employee relations issues with fairness and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with HR Centers of Excellence (e.g., Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, DEI) to deliver integrated solutions.
• Support global HR initiatives and ensure alignment across regions, where applicable.
• Business Acumen

• Maintain a deep understanding of the business unit’s strategy, financials, and competitive landscape.
• Translate business needs into people strategies that drive result
  
  

Posted By: Valerie Harrison

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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