Senior People Business Partner

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Job Description Summary:

The Senior People Business Partner supports business leaders and employees by providing guidance on People programs, policies, and best practices. Reporting into a Senior Principal People Business Partner, this role is responsible for executing core People processes while also acting as an employee advocate and culture carrier. The Senior People Business Partner partners with managers and leaders to support employee engagement, performance management, and workforce planning while ensuring People strategies align with business needs.

The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of People fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and the ability to quickly assess and respond to business challenges. They will have a passion for understanding the needs of their business partners and be able to create solutions that drive meaningful results. The individual will enjoy collaborating with various stakeholders with a strong focus on driving projects to completion.

This is a fantastic opportunity to grow and develop in the role under the mentorship of a supportive and collaborative team that live Rocket’s values of Empathy, Humanity, Trust and Love. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to managers and leaders, providing guidance on performance management, employee relations, career development, and workforce planning.

• Advocate and drive the resolution of employee and/or manager concerns, including conducting internal investigations, advising on corrective actions, and supporting performance improvement processes.

• Partner with managers to strengthen organizational capabilities in high-performing teams, skill development, career navigation, and employee engagement.

• Support the execution of People processes, including performance reviews, compensation planning, and talent development.

• Provide insights on People metrics and trends, identifying opportunities to improve employee experience and business outcomes.

• Collaborate with People functional teams (Talent Acquisition, Compensation, People Ops, L&D etc.) to ensure alignment of People strategies.

• Lead and support People projects, including change management efforts related to business transitions.

• Act as a culture carrier, modelling and reinforcing the company’s values.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of People experience, with at least 3+ years as a People Business Partner or related advisory role supporting an engineering or technical organisation.

• Strong ability to build relationships and effectively partner with leaders, managers, and employees.

• The ability to navigate ambiguity is critical.

• Knowledge of employment laws, People best practices, and employee relations case management.

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to analyse People data and make recommendations for continuous improvement.

• Experience supporting global teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Proven capabilities with the MS Office Suite.

• Experience of Workday preferred.

Information Security:

Information security is everyone’s responsibility.  A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:

At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.

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The base salary range for this role is $97,600.00 - $122,000.00 /year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

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What Rocket Software can offer you in USA:

• Unlimited Vacation Time as well as paid holidays and sick time
• Health and Wellness coverage options for Rocketeers and dependents
• Life and disability coverage
• Fidelity 401(k) and Roth Retirement Savings with matching contributions
• Monthly student debt benefit program
• Tuition Reimbursement and Certificate Reimbursement Program opportunities
• Leadership and skills training opportunities

EOE M/F/Vet/Disability.  Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.  If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to [email protected].  We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

As part of our commitment to a safe and trustworthy workplace, we include background and reference checks in our hiring process.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!