Director / People Business Partner, EvenUp

• 10+ years of progressive experience in People/HR, including 6+ years as a People Business Partner to technical and/or customer-facing teams in high-growth environments
• Experience leading and managing other HR or People Business Partners
• Proven experience partnering directly with senior leaders in Engineering, Product, Design, or GTM
• Deep knowledge of org design, performance management, talent development, and team effectiveness
• Outstanding relationship-building and coaching skills, with a high level of emotional intelligence and sound judgment
• Strong understanding of U.S. employment law; Canadian expertise is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in business or a related field preferred
• Experience in pre-IPO tech startups or rapidly scaling environments is strongly preferred
• This role is ideal for a hands-on, strategic leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments and brings deep expertise in org design, performance and career growth, and employee engagement

Desirable

• EvenUp is seeking an experienced Toronto or San Francisco based Director, People Business Partners to lead the People Partnering strategy for our Engineering, Product & Design, and Go-to-Market (GTM) organizations
• These teams are at the heart of our innovation and growth, and this role will play a critical part in enabling their success through strategic people leadership
• Reporting to the VP of People, you’ll serve as a senior advisor to functional executives and their leadership teams across the Americas
• As we scale, you’ll also manage and develop a team of People Business Partners
• Lead People Partnering for Core Functions: Serve as the lead People Partner for Engineering, Product, Design, and GTM, partnering directly with executives to align people strategies with business goals
• Manage & Develop a Team: Grow and manage a team of People Business Partners, ensuring they are equipped to support their client groups with high-impact, scalable solutions
• Coach & Advise Senior Leaders: Be a thought partner to functional leaders, providing strategic guidance on organizational design, leadership effectiveness, change management, and team dynamics
• Drive Talent and Workforce Strategies: Collaborate on workforce planning, organizational effectiveness, career architecture, and team health for high-growth functions
• Elevate Performance & Development: Champion a high-performance culture through coaching, feedback, and performance management programs that foster clarity, accountability, and growth
• Oversee Complex Employee Relations: Handle escalated employee relations issues with care and legal compliance, partnering with Legal and senior leaders to ensure appropriate outcomes
• Bring Data to the Table: Use people analytics, engagement data, and qualitative feedback to inform talent decisions and influence business strategy
• Collaborate Across the People Team: Work closely with colleagues in Talent Acquisition, L&D, Total Rewards, and People Ops to deliver cohesive, strategic support to client groups
• Support Culture & Belonging: Be an active steward of EvenUp’s values and help embed inclusive practices across all people initiatives and business decisions