Strategic HR Partner for Technical Teams

2 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Lightning AI Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced People Business Partner to join our team at Lightning AI. As a key member of our People Team, you will play a critical role in driving strategic HR initiatives across both technical and business teams.

This is an exciting opportunity to collaborate with leadership and contribute to building an exceptional company culture while supporting teams at the forefront of groundbreaking technology in the machine learning ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities
  • Drive talent management, employee engagement, and performance management, with added focus on supporting engineering and product teams, and other technical functions.
  • Partner with technical leaders to understand the unique challenges of building and scaling AI-driven teams, and provide tailored HR support to meet the needs of a tech-focused organization.
  • Collaborate with business leaders across sales, marketing, operations, and other functions to provide strategic HR guidance that aligns with overall business objectives.
  • Act as a trusted advisor to managers on all HR-related matters, including conflict resolution, employee development, and organizational change.
  • Analyze HR metrics to provide insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
  • Develop and execute People initiatives throughout the employee lifecycle, ensuring that technical and business teams are equally supported in their development and growth.
  • Champion Lightning's culture through recognition and support programs, and conduct regular surveys and feedback sessions to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.
  • Collaborate with executive leadership to improve work relations, build morale, and increase employee retention and engagement across both technical and business units.
  • Address employee concerns and grievances with empathy, integrity, and confidentiality, fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Provide specialized support for highly skilled technical hires, including PhDs transitioning into their first roles, to ensure a smooth integration into the company and successful career development.
  • Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and industry regulations while maintaining accurate employee records and managing HR documentation.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of HR or People Operations experience supporting both technical and business teams, with a focus on talent management and employee relations.
  • 3+ years of experience partnering with engineering, product, and technical teams.
  • Experience in a fast-paced, high-growth tech company. AI company experience is a plus.
  • Experience supporting highly educated individuals, such as PhDs entering their first professional roles, is a plus.
  • Strong knowledge of HR laws and regulations in the US. UK knowledge is a plus.
  • Proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks and projects efficiently without compromising attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
  • Excellent communication (verbal & written) and interpersonal skills, comfortable interacting with all levels, including C-Suite and frontline staff.
  • Sound judgment and integrity in handling sensitive information with confidentiality.
  • HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.
What We Offer

We offer competitive base salaries and stock options with a 25% one year cliff and monthly vesting thereafter. For our international employees, we work with Velocity Global to pay you in your local currency and provide equitable benefits across the globe.

In the US, we offer:

  • Medical, dental and vision
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Flexible paid time off plus 1 week of winter closure
  • Generous paid family leave benefits
  • $500 monthly meal reimbursement, including groceries & food delivery services
  • $1,000 home office stipend
  • $1,000 annual learning & development stipend
  • 100% Citibike membership (NYC only)
  • $45/month gym membership
  • Additional various medical and mental health services

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that diverse teams drive innovation and create better products. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.



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