Strategic People Partner for Growth & Leaders

Saronic Technologies; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) Plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch

Job summary

Saronic Technologies in Arlington, VA seeks a People Business Partner to serve as strategic advisor to departments across the organization, aligning HR support with business goals and guiding organizational change. You will partner with leaders to foster a high-performing, mission-aligned culture and coach managers on workforce design and development.

You will drive employee engagement, design workforce strategies, support performance reviews, succession planning, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of progressive People Team experience, including at least 1 year in a consultative or partner role
• Strong business acumen and ability to connect People Team strategy to operational goals
• Deep understanding of employee relations, performance management, and organizational development
• Skilled communicator with coaching, influencing, and interpersonal skills
• Comfort working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities
• Experience in startup or high-growth settings is a plus
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary People Team point of contact for assigned departments, developing strong relationships with business leaders and teams.
• Advise and coach managers on organizational design, workforce planning, team effectiveness, and leadership development.
• Partner with leaders to identify and address engagement drivers within teams.
• Support retention and development strategies that align with Saronic’s mission and growth.
• Facilitate feedback loops through listening sessions, surveys, and action planning.
• Guide teams through goal setting, performance review cycles, and continuous feedback practices.
• Support succession planning and career development conversations.
• Coach managers through employee relations matters with a focus on growth and accountability.
• Maintain working knowledge of relevant federal and state labor laws, especially those applicable to the defense sector.
• Ensure accurate documentation, consistency, and compliance in partnership with HR Operations.
• Contribute to company-wide People Team initiatives, including policy development, compensation reviews, and organizational change.
• Collaborate on developing tools, processes, and communications that enhance manager capability and employee experience.
• Use HRIS tools and data insights to inform decisions and influence strategies.

Skills

Coaching

Influencing

Interpersonal skills

Business acumen

Change management

Communication

Education

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

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Saronic Technologies in Arlington, VA seeks a People Business Partner to serve as strategic advisor to departments across the organization, aligning HR support with business goals and guiding organizational change. You will partner with leaders to foster a high-performing, mission-aligned culture and coach managers on workforce design and development.

You will drive employee engagement, design workforce strategies, support performance reviews, succession planning, and ensure compliance with