Principal HR Business Partner

Job Summary & Responsibilities

• Be a trusted partner to our leaders. Assist management in the development of solutions through culture, process, and organizational development.
• Consult with employees and managers on employee relations matters to address root causes of human resources issues, attempting to resolve employee relations issues with a systematic and timely approach.
• Lead European benefits and payroll entry administration.
• Lead talent and recruitment agenda in Europe.
• Execute HR programs across the organization in partnership with the HRBP team and centers of excellence, particularly administering talent management and succession planning activity within the client organization in collaboration with wider HR team.
• Update, and apply HR policies and company guidelines to local office.
• Drive a data-driven approach together with client group to ensure a continuous improvement culture continues to develop.

Qualifications

• A generalist HR professional with an ability to engage with a variety of internal stakeholders.
• Experienced in working with a technical client group across multiple functions and European countries.
• Demonstrated success in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, mobility, diversity, compensation, and learning & development.
• Knowledge of HR best practices, policies, and European employment law.
• Key skills and abilities include coaching, influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, business acumen, analysis, and problem-solving.
• Fluent in English language; German or French language skills highly preferred.
• Proficient in MS365 for daily work use, meeting preparation/presentation skills, and efficient collaboration in a distributed team working remotely.
• Proven track record of establishing strong, internal customer relationships.
• Bachelor’s Degree a minimum. Experience working with US-based HQ would be highly desired.

Pay & Benefits

Compensation & Growth
Base Salary Range: $128,000.00 - $192,000.00, offered in good faith and based on experience, location, and qualifications.
Additional Rewards: Annual bonus opportunities and potential long-term incentives tied to both company and individual success.

Benefits Package
Includes competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, PTO, and a 401(k) with employer match. Access to Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), wellness initiatives, and cutting-edge tools. Work in a collaborative, inclusive culture where contributions are valued and recognized.

About Onto Innovation

At Onto Innovation, we believe your work should matter—and so should your well-being. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family. We're committed to creating a workplace where every qualified candidate has an equal opportunity to succeed. We evaluate applicants based on skills, experience, and potential without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe diversity of thought and background drives innovation and strengthens our team.

Important Note on Export Compliance

For certain positions requiring access to technical data, U.S. export licensing review may be necessary for applicants who are not U.S. Citizens, Permanent Residents, or other protected persons under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).