Senior Director, People Partner

Sierra Ventures; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

Employee Equity and Stock Purchase

Employee Discounts, Virtual Wellness,

Job summary

Zeta Global is seeking a Senior Director, People Partner to partner with senior leaders, shape organizational design, and drive talent strategy across a high-growth environment. This hybrid NYC-based role emphasizes data-driven People initiatives and cross-functional leadership.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in HR, with 5+ years as a strategic HRBP, strong coaching and development background, and a track record of scaling organizations through change.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with 5+ years as a strategic HR business partner supporting executive leaders in a high-growth environment.
• Proven experience in executive coaching, leadership development, and influencing senior leaders to drive business outcomes.
• Strong background in organizational design, change management, and talent strategy to enable business transformation and scale.
• Ability to think strategically while executing tactically, balancing long-term vision with hands-on leadership.
• Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging people analytics to influence decisions and improve employee experience.
• Deep expertise in employee relations, performance management, compensation planning, and workforce planning.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills across HR centers of excellence and business units.
• Passion for culture transformation and inclusion with tangible program impact.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree a plus; collaboration with Engineering/Tech or Product is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a strategic advisor and coach to senior leaders, helping them scale their teams and drive high performance.
• Partner with executives to shape organizational design and workforce planning strategies.
• Drive change management strategies to lead through transformation across geographies.
• Own and drive talent management strategies, including succession planning and leadership development.
• Design scalable leadership and professional development programs to foster internal mobility.
• Lead culture-building initiatives reinforcing belonging, innovation, and collaboration.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Talent Development, and People Operations for seamless program execution.
• Ensure HR policies and processes align with industry best practices for a high-growth organization.

Skills

Executive coaching

Organizational design

Talent strategy

Leadership development

Change management

People analytics

Employee relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven mindset

Strategic business partnering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business/Organizational Development

Master’s degree (plus)

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Zeta Global (NYSE: ZETA) is the Data‑Powered Marketing Cloud that leverages advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and trillions of consumer signals to make it easier for marketers to acquire, grow, and retain customers more efficiently. Through the Zeta Marketing Platform (ZMP), our vision is to make sophisticated marketing simple by unifying identity, intelligence, and omnichannel activation into a single platform – powered by one of the industry’s largest proprietary databases and AI. Our enterprise customers across multiple verticals are empowered to personalize experiences with consumers at an individual level across every channel, delivering better results for marketing programs. Zeta was founded in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley and is headquartered in New York City with offices around the world.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Zeta Global is seeking a strategic, business‑driven, and growth‑focused Senior Director, People Partner to join our global People & Culture team. Reporting to the VP, US People Partner, this leader will play a critical role in shaping our people strategy, partnering with senior leaders to drive organizational growth, leadership development, culture transformation, and employee engagement.

This role requires a forward‑thinking, data‑driven People leader with deep expertise in organizational design, talent management, employee relations, leadership coaching, and change management. The ideal candidate will be passionate about building a high‑growth, high‑impact workforce and driving cross‑functional collaboration to execute People programs that accelerate business success.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnership & Executive Coaching

• Serve as a strategic advisor and coach to senior leaders, helping them scale their teams, enhance leadership effectiveness, and drive high performance.
• Partner with executives to shape organizational design and workforce planning strategies that support business objectives and long‑term growth.
• Drive change management strategies, equipping leaders with the tools to lead through transformation and navigate organizational shifts effectively.

Talent Strategy & Leadership Development

• Own and drive talent management strategies, including succession planning, leadership development, and high‑potential employee programs.
• Develop and implement initiatives that enhance leadership capabilities, managerial effectiveness, and career development pathways.
• Partner with the Learning & Development team to design scalable leadership and professional development programs that foster internal mobility and skill‑building.

Culture Transformation & Employee Experience

• Lead culture‑building initiatives that reinforce Zeta’s values of belonging, innovation, and collaboration, ensuring a workplace where employees thrive.
• Champion culture efforts through embedding inclusive practices into hiring, promotions, and leadership development.
• Utilize employee engagement data and people analytics to craft impactful programs that drive retention, motivation, and business outcomes.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & HR Strategy Execution

• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Talent Development, and People Operations to ensure seamless execution of People programs across the organization.
• Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to proactively manage employee relations, risk mitigation, and employment law compliance in multiple geographies.
• Serve as a change agent, aligning People strategies with business growth initiatives to drive innovation and efficiency.

Operational Excellence & HR Best Practices

• Ensure HR policies, processes, and programs align with industry best practices and support the scalability of a high‑growth organization.
• Lead people analytics efforts to provide insights that drive strategic decision‑making and workforce planning.
• Own and optimize compensation planning, total rewards strategies, and performance management frameworks in alignment with business goals.

Qualifications & Experience

• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5+ years as a strategic HR business partner supporting executive leaders in a high‑growth, fast‑paced environment.
• Proven experience in executive coaching, leadership development, and influencing senior leaders to drive business outcomes.
• Strong background in organizational design, change management, and talent strategy to enable business transformation and scale.
• Ability to think strategically while executing tactically, balancing long‑term vision with hands‑on leadership.
• Data‑driven mindset with experience leveraging people analytics to influence decisions and improve employee experience.
• Deep expertise in employee relations, performance management, compensation planning, and workforce planning.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional collaboration skills, with the ability to partner effectively across HR Centers of Excellence and business units.
• Passion for culture transformation, engagement with a track record of implementing programs that foster belonging and inclusion.
• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Organizational Development, or related field required, Master’s degree a plus.
• Previous or current experience partnering with Engineering/Tech and/or Product is a plus.

Additional Details

• Location: NYC office (hybrid)

COMPENSATION RANGE

The compensation range for this role is $160,000 – $180,000, depending on location and experience.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION

Zeta considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Zeta discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

We’re committed to building a workplace culture of trust and belonging, so everyone feels invited to bring their whole selves to work. We provide a forum for employees to celebrate, support and advocate for one another. Learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion here: https://zetaglobal.com/blog/a-look-into-zetas-ergs/

BENEFITS & PERKS

• Unlimited PTO
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employee Equity and Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts, Virtual Wellness Classes, and Pet Insurance and more!