Senior HR Business Partner New San Francisco

PagerDuty (NYSE:PD) is a leader in Digital Operations Management. In an always-on world, organizations of all sizes trust PagerDuty to help them deliver a perfect digital experience to their customers, every time. Teams use PagerDuty to identify issues and opportunities in real time and bring together the right people to fix problems faster and prevent them in the future. Over 13,000 organizations (including 60 of Fortune 100) rely on PagerDuty to succeed with Digital Transformation, Cloud Migration, and DevOps Modernization. Notable customers include GE, Cisco, Genentech, Electronic Arts, Cox Automotive, Netflix, Shopify, Zoom, DoorDash, Lululemon and more. We are expanding rapidly as a platform for Digital Operations Management using AI/ML and Automation and growing our adoption by Development, IT, Customer Service, Security, and other teams across the organization. PagerDuty is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner, to grow our culture of innovation and scale our award-winning team. As an integral member of this global team, you will assess, coach, and influence our talent and people leaders while modeling our values with integrity and optimism. This role is a dynamic, hands-on partnership for someone ready to thrive in a fast-paced, hyper-growth environment. This role is expected to come into the San Francisco office 2 days per week as part of PagerDuty’s hybrid work model, so you can thrive in your new role and fully embrace being a Dutonian! Key Responsibilities Partnering with Management teams to execute HR Programs and initiatives and drive employee engagement and retention Assessing organizational health and effectiveness on a regular basis and identify opportunities to drive improvements and efficiencies Utilizing people metrics to drive key insights/decisions around growth and retention to help support the leadership teams Collaborating with the leadership and managers on organizational change initiatives, people/performance decisions, actions, talent management development, employee engagement, communication, and program rollouts Lead coaching and feedback efforts and make recommendations based on a combination of past experiences and in-depth knowledge. Partnering with other departments and teams in the organization in order to solidify open communication, consistent collaboration and effective workflow for all operations/strategic purposes AI-Driven HRBP Transformation (20%) Drive AI Adoption: Support the evaluation, piloting, and deployment of AI/ML tools for the People org, that will automate high-volume HRBP activities, such as performance cycle summary generation and organizational health assessments. Process Optimization: Proactively review and document HRBP workflows, identifying high-friction processes, design and document scalable, AI-augmented solutions to maximize efficiency and reduce administrative burden. Strategic People Analytics: Collaborate with our analytics team to leverage advanced people metrics and analysis to generate actionable insights on talent growth, retention, and organisational effectiveness for senior leadership decision-making. Global Employee Relations and Program Execution (20%) Partnering closely with US-based HR teams, lead complex employee relations cases including workplace investigations, and conflict resolution while ensuring compliance with global employment laws and company policies. Collaborate with People Team specialists, HRBPs and people managers to successfully execute core HR programs (e.g., performance management, compensation planning) that enhance employee engagement and retention. Establish robust cross-functional relationships to ensure consistent communication, effective collaboration, legal compliance and alignment on operational and strategic HR goals. Support international mobility and cross-border employment matters, as needed About You You work effectively with global and distributed teams in a fast-paced environment. You have a ‘can-do’ and curious attitude and a customer-focused approach to problem-solving. You possess solid business acumen and strong program/project management skills. You have the ability to prioritise among competing priorities and are highly detail-oriented. Basic Qualifications Bachelors of Business, Human Resources or other relevant degree, 3+ years of related experience in Human Resources organization, preferably in SaaS or hi-tech industry Minimum of 2 years previous experience as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist supporting employees and people managers across technical, customer-facing, and corporate roles. Proven track record of managing complex global employee relations cases and supporting organizational programs. Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to drive HR process efficiency. The base salary range for this position is 110,000 - 166,100 USD. This role may also be eligible for bonus, commission, equity, and/or benefits. Our base salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range, which is subject to change based on primary work location, reflects the minimum and maximum base salary we expect to pay newly hired employees for the position. Within the range, we determine pay for an individual based on a number of factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills/competencies and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific offerings for this role, as well as the salary range for your primary work location during the hiring process. Hesitant to apply? We encourage you to submit your resume even if you don't meet every requirement. We value potential and consider each candidate's full professional story. Whether you're exploring a career change or taking your next step, we look forward to reviewing your application. If this just isn’t the right role or time - sign up for job alerts ! Where we work PagerDuty operates a hybrid work model with offices in 8 major cities: Atlanta, Lisbon, London, San Francisco, Santiago, Sydney, Tokyo, and Toronto. While we offer flexibility within our established locations, we cannot employ candidates residing in: Location restrictions: Australia: Northern Territory, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Western Australia Canada: Alberta, Manitoba, Newfoundland, Northwest Territories, Nunavut, PEI, Quebec, Saskatchewan, Yukon United States: Alaska, Hawaii, Iowa, Louisiana, Mississippi, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, South Dakota, West Virginia, Wyoming Candidates must reside in an eligible location, which vary by role. How we work Our values guide how we support customers, collaborate with colleagues, develop products, and foster a culture of belonging. They define not just our actions, but what it means to be Dutonian. People Leaders at PagerDuty are responsible for creating high performance environments that drive accountability. PagerDuty has four key dimensions that define our Leadership Impact: Lead Self, Lead the Team, Lead the Business, and Lead the Future. Each dimension has three associated competencies to give leaders a shared language for guiding their development, career, promotion and succession planning discussions. Our Manager Expectations serve as a practical guide for managers to understand their responsibilities, prioritize their efforts, and drive engagement and performance. What we offer As a global organization, our total rewards approach is competitive with industry standards and aligned with local laws and regulations. Learn more, including country-specific offerings, on our benefits site. Your package may include: Company equity* ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Program)* Retirement or pension plan* Generous paid vacation time Paid holidays and sick leave Dutonian Wellness Days & HibernationDuty - companywide paid days off in addition to PTO Paid parental leave: 22 weeks for pregnant parent, 12 weeks for non-pregnant parent (some countries have longer leave standards and we comply with local laws)* Paid volunteer time off: 20 hours per year Mental wellness programs *Eligibility may vary by role, region, and tenure About PagerDuty PagerDuty, Inc. (NYSE:PD) is a global leader in digital operations management. The PagerDuty Operations Cloud is an AI-powered platform that empowers business resilience and drives operational efficiency for enterprises. With a generative AI assistant at its core, PagerDuty empowers teams to detect and resolve issues in real time, orchestrate complex workflows, and drive continuous improvement across their digital operations. Trusted by nearly half of both the Fortune 500 and the Forbes AI 50, as well as approximately two-thirds of the Fortune 100, PagerDuty is essential for delivering always-on digital experiences to modern businesses PagerDuty is Great Place to Work-certified™, a Fortune Best Workplace for Millennials, a Fortune Best Medium Workplace, a Fortune Best Workplace in Technology, and a top rated product on TrustRadius and G2. Go behind-the-scenes on our careers site and @pagerduty on Instagram. Additional Information PagerDuty is an equal opportunity employer. PagerDuty does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, parental status, veteran status, or disability status. Your privacy is important to us. By submitting an application, you confirm that you have read and understand PagerDuty's Privacy Policy. 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