HR Business Partner - TikTok Product & Design - San Jose

Responsibilities Partner with senior leadership to develop a comprehensive HR strategy that directly supports product roadmaps and design scaling initiatives. Provide strategic coaching to leaders on organizational design, specifically regarding how to structure cross-functional product pods, design studios, and research teams for maximum agility and impact. Act as a trusted advisor on talent assessment and career pathing for highly specialized roles, including Product Managers, UX/UI Designers, User Researchers, and Content Strategists. Lead the proactive resolution of complex employee relations issues, mitigating risk while preserving a culture that champions creative exploration and psychological safety. Oversee the full-cycle performance management process, tailoring goal-setting and calibration sessions to effectively evaluate both strategic product outcomes and creative design excellence. Leverage people data and analytics to provide insights on team health, burnout risks, and retention bottlenecks within high-pressure, fast-paced product launch cycles. Collaborate with HR peers and Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to design customized compensation, engagement, and talent acquisition solutions that attract top-tier product and design talent. The organization follows a hybrid work schedule that may require employees to work in the office as directed; specific requirements can change and will be communicated by management. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications 4+ years of experience in Human Resources, with 2+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner. Bilingual proficiency in English and Mandarin to collaborate with stakeholders based in Mainland China. Proven ability to lead and execute talent management, organizational design, and performance management strategies in complex, high-growth environments. Strong track record of designing and implementing high-impact HR programs that drive business performance and align with company goals. Expertise in leveraging advanced data analysis tools (e.g., Tableau, Excel, Power BI) to extract insights, inform strategic decision-making, and measure the impact of HR programs. Preferred Qualifications Direct experience supporting organizations in a high-growth global tech environment. Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to partner effectively at all levels of the organization. Experience working in a matrixed, multi-cultural, and global organization, with the ability to adapt HR strategies for diverse, geographically dispersed teams. Master's degree in Human Resources, MBA, or a related field. About TikTok TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. Our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok’s global offices include locations in Los Angeles, Singapore, New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo. Why Join Us We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We’re resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. Diversity & Inclusion TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. We are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and creating an environment that reflects the communities we reach. TikTok Accommodation TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs, or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at Job Information Compensation: The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $108,000 - $220,400 annually. Compensation may vary based on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives and restricted stock units. Benefits vary by location and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, paid parental leave, disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, and paid time off. #J-18808-Ljbffr