People Business Partner

Verve is a global ecosystem that combines data, media, and technology to deliver advertising results and growth. Founded with a focus on efficiency and privacy, Verve serves over 90 of the U.S.’s top 100 advertisers and 4,000 publishers worldwide. Learn more at verve.com.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and client-centric People Business Partner to join our dynamic team. Ideal for an HR professional with 4-6 years of experience, this role requires a blend of HR fundamentals and a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support talent management activities, including employee development, performance management, and retention initiatives
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees and managers, resolving workplace issues and supporting employee relations
• Collaborate with leaders on workforce planning and organizational design initiatives
• Contribute to succession planning and development opportunities for high-potential employees
• Analyze people data and trends to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
• Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives
• Support change management and organizational transformation efforts
• Collaborate with cross-functional HR teams to ensure consistent HR program delivery
• Drive engagement initiatives to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture

Requirements

• 4–6 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a fast-paced, growing organization
• A solid understanding of talent management, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development
• Strong business acumen and the ability to balance employee needs with business priorities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience interpreting people data and using insights to support decision-making
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices in the UK or US, with exposure to both environments
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical, solutions-focused approach
• Passion for creating a positive employee experience and fostering an inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Passionate about delivering an exceptional employee experience
• Willingness to work remotely three days a week from our NYC office at One Soho Square

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to build credibility and effective working relationships across all levels of the organization
• Experience with HRIS systems and people analytics tools

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, and other Insurances
• 401(k) Retirement plan with company match
• Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans for Healthcare, Dependent care, and Commuting
• Personalized Benefits Platform with a budget of $100/month
• 12 paid holidays, unlimited PTO, and 3 Wellness Days throughout the year
• Paid Parental Leave for life’s important milestones
• Equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination policies