People Business Partner - NYC

About the role

Datadog is seeking a People Business Partner (PBP) to work closely with leadership and our People team to support our growing global organization. This position will work closely with the specific needs of the group’s employees while working strategically on all People programs and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Represent our global PBP team to partner on the front line with all employees and leadership
• Advise, coach, and influence management on all things people-related, including: performance management, coaching, career pathing, employee relations, compensation, organizational development and scaling, training, culture, diversity & inclusion, and employee engagement
• Consult with the appropriate Center of Excellence (COE) team to gather their expertise to design programs to enhance the employee experience.
• Build, advise and consult on People policies, guidelines, and programs, in collaboration with COE colleagues
• Provide analysis and consulting to leadership to drive data-driven people decisions and implementation of best practices
• Assess employee development needs, make recommendations, and implement appropriate solutions aligned with the organization’s broader strategy
• Handle complex global employee relations issues, working with leadership to implement best practices and approach

Qualifications

• Experienced in 5+ years as an HRBP or in a related HR role, preferably with experience in fast-growing technology companies
• Able to adapt your approach and pivot your skillset from strategic, high level program implementation to granular day-to-day needs of a fast paced business
• Strong in your analytical & reporting skills; solid experience with HRIS (Workday is a bonus!)
• Experienced in working across business functions with first line and senior leadership
• A master in your project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to design clear processes, and a very detail-oriented yet flexible approach to problem solving
• Experienced in employee relations and knowledge of global employment practices
• A clear, direct, approachable, and friendly communication style and strong customer service orientation
• Strong in your interpersonal and communication skills and able to build relationships and trust at all levels of the organization

Benefits and Growth

Generous and competitive benefits package, new hire stock equity (RSUs), employee stock purchase plan (ESPP), continuous career development opportunities, product training, best in breed onboarding, internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally, friendly and inclusive workplace culture.