Requirements
10+ years of experience in the HR function with, at least 8 years in a strategic (PBP) HRBP role
PBP experience partnering with VP+ leaders, in a global capacity
An ability to work out of a Workday office at least 50% of the time
A demonstrated track record of using AI to elevate your work, and a curiosity to be a first adopter in all things AI
A global mindset, understanding the need for cultural nuance in all that we do across the globe
Tolerance for ambiguity and adept at creating clarity among stakeholders
Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with the ability to break down complex concepts and confidently facilitate discussion, debate, and decision making
What the job involves
At Workday, our People Business Partner (PBP) team advises and leads our most senior level organizations, enabling VP+ leaders to operate at scale and amplify our values-driven, employee-first culture
You will join a global team of talented People Business Partners supporting our Product and Technology Organization
We are looking for a Principal People Business Partner comfortable operating in a fast-paced, outcome-oriented environment
This individual needs to be collaborative, partnering closely with global PBPs in EMEA, APJ and North America
Ultimately, we’re looking for a high-performing individual who has a bias for action and can operate with speed, balancing both strategic planning and execution of talent programs
In this role, success looks like:
Winning the trust of, and being an advisor to, the P&T VP+ leadership teams
Being a strong team player and collaborator among your global PBP peers and CoEs
Moving fast to accelerate execution of talent programs (compensation, talent assessment, etc.) and special projects (org effectiveness, transformation, etc.)
Having an employee-first and team-first approach
Living our core value of Having Fun
As a Principal People Business Partner, you will report to the Director of HR
Your number one priority is to activate the ingredient that is at the center of Workday’s success – our people. More specifically, Workday People Business Partners are:
Thought Partners: Proactively build trusting relationships, facilitate thoughtful dialogue, and think strategically to advise VP+ leaders on organizational decisions
Executive Coaches: Coach our VP+ leaders on all things related to their leadership mindset and approach
Problem Solvers: Identify and articulate problem statements leveraging Workday data
Develop and implement solutions in partnership with PBP colleagues and CoEs
Talent Strategists: Develop a Talent Strategy and lead Talent Management initiatives to support that strategy (e.g. succession planning, leadership development)
Business Partners: Think like a functional business leader, understand their business, and utilize a deep understanding of HR fundamentals to drive impactful people solutions
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