Employee Relations Partner

We are looking for a new member of our team who loves all things People! Our Senior People Partner role is not only the face of people solutions to our business teams, but also a problem solver and enabler to our people managers. This role is business-facing, sitting between our People Services teams that provide HR policy support, awareness/consumption, and People Business Partners who focus on people strategy. The incumbent will provide consultative support dedicated to the day-to-day experience of Employees & Managers. The person in this role will be an integral part of the People Partnering team and will work cross-functionally to help us drive an amazing Rubrikan experience and manager enablement at scale. In this role, you will collaborate with various client groups across HR. Your primary responsibilities will involve providing comprehensive HR services and managing various processes and programs on a global scale. These include but are not limited to Manager coaching on people matters, employee relations/ workplace concerns, Performance management, complex people policy-related scenarios, and Change management at the individual team level. What you'll do Providing day-to-day People Partner support and consultation for the assigned client groups Partners closely with the HR Business Partner(s) to support them and to enable a business‑specific people team roadmap and initiatives Provide coaching/advice/support to managers on organization health, employee engagement, employee development and coaching, HR processes, policy interpretation, investigations, etc. Optimize and improve Rubrik’s overall employee experience by owning and executing cross‑functional and business‑specific projects and driving manager enablement at scale. Hands‑on experience of having independently managed and delivered end‑to‑end people manager development initiatives, including but not limited to performance management, change management, coaching managers on complex people scenarios involving remote work, shift working, etc Prior experience of identifying, executing, and enabling manager capability through people manager engagement constructs, using them to actively support the manager community. Partner with People Business Partner and take an active lead in roll‑out and execute annual programs such as Year End and Mid Year performance reviews, talent reviews, compensation planning, employee engagement initiatives, succession planning, mobility, etc, preferably across multiple business units pan India or geographies within a business unit. Partners with Centers of Excellence (COE’s) such as Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Talent & Development, Diversity Equity and Inclusion, People Operations to identify and enable process improvements. Be a problem solver: handle ambiguous people policy situations and partner effectively with business and HR stakeholders to drive resolution. Convey complex HR concepts clearly and concisely through strong verbal and written communication, facilitating alignment and engagement. Hands‑on experience of facilitating people manager learning and development initiatives in partnership with Talent Development. Spot bodies of work that can be transitioned to our people services teams for scale and efficiency. Partner closely with people services to ensure a seamless employee experience. Leverage HR Information Systems and G Suite tools to enhance collaboration, streamline HR processes, and drive data‑driven decision‑making. Identify and mitigate HR‑related risks by developing proactive strategies and ensuring compliance with policies and legal requirements. Knowledge and experience in leveraging AI tools to help drive productivity and efficiency Experience you'll need 7-10 years of progressive HR experience, with the last 3+ as a People Partner or HRBP. Working with a Go‑To‑Market client group in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment. Strong experience and skills in the following work areas: Performance and Compensation cycles, Management Coaching and Learning and Development. Demonstrated experience of ER investigations and knowledge of Labor Laws. Ability to develop strong relationships and partnerships with internal customers, peers, and effectively manage those relationships. Experience working with a global team environment and schedules, and building virtual relationship. #LI-Hybrid The minimum and maximum base salaries for this role are posted below; additionally, the role is eligible for bonus potential, equity and benefits. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the role based on U.S. location. Within the range, the salary offered will be determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US Pay Range $148,400 — $222,600 USD Join Us in Securing and Accelerating the World's AI Transformation Rubrik (RBRK), the Security and AI Operations Company, leads at the intersection of data protection, cyber resilience, and enterprise AI acceleration. Rubrik Security Cloud delivers complete cyber resilience by securing, monitoring, and recovering data, identities, and workloads across clouds. Rubrik Agent Cloud accelerates trusted AI agent deployments at scale by monitoring and auditing agentic actions, enforcing real‑time guardrails, fine‑tuning for accuracy and undoing agentic mistakes. At Rubrik, we are dedicated to fostering a culture where people from all backgrounds are valued, feel they belong, and believe they can succeed. Our commitment to inclusion is at the heart of our mission to secure the world’s data. Our goal is to hire and promote the best talent, regardless of background. We continually review our hiring practices to ensure fairness and strive to create an environment where every employee has equal access to opportunities for growth and excellence. We believe in empowering everyone to bring their authentic selves to work and achieve their fullest potential. Our inclusion strategy focuses on three core areas of our business and culture: Our Company: We are committed to building a merit‑based organization that offers equal access to growth and success for all employees globally. Your potential is limitless here. Our Culture: We strive to create an inclusive atmosphere where individuals from all backgrounds feel a strong sense of belonging, can thrive, and do their best work. Your contributions help us innovate and break boundaries. Our Communities: We are dedicated to expanding our engagement with the communities we operate in, creating opportunities for underrepresented talent and driving greater innovation for our clients. Your impact extends beyond Rubrik, contributing to safer and stronger communities. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled Rubrik is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Rubrik provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Rubrik complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. 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