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Motive
Actively Hiring
Artificial intelligence-powered hardware & software company powering the physical economy
  • Responds within two weeks
    Based on past data, Motive usually responds to incoming applications within two weeks
  • B2B
  • Scale Stage
    Rapidly increasing operations
  • +4

People Business Partner

Posted: 1 month ago
Job Location
Visa Sponsorship

Not Available

RelocationNot Allowed
Hiring contact
Kirk Okenquist
Employee
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About the job

About the Role:

The People Business Partner plays a key role in aligning HR strategy with business objectives. This role acts as a consultant to managers and employees on HR-related issues, providing guidance and support in areas such as employee relations, performance management, talent development, and organizational change.

What You'll Do:

  • Partner with the Senior, Lead or manager HRBP to understand business goals and align HR strategies that support them.
  • Drive consistent implementation of HR strategies across assigned client groups or business functions.
  • Act as an upward communication channel on organizational developments that may influence HR strategy.
  • Support managers in building and managing effective teams across leadership effectiveness, onboarding, performance management, engagement, and employee relations.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to managers on talent development, inclusive leadership, and resolving employee concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and applicable legal requirements.
  • Collaborate with the broader HR team to deliver programs and initiatives that improve employee engagement and retention across assigned client groups.
  • Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
  • Support change management initiatives and projects within assigned client groups, ensuring smooth transitions and clear communication.
  • Embed diversity, equity, and inclusion principles into talent management practices to foster a respectful and inclusive workplace.

What We're Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Master’s degree or HR certification preferred.
  • 5+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3+ years in an HRBP role supporting business leaders, client groups, or comparable functions.
  • Strong understanding of HR best practices and the business functions they support.
  • Demonstrated success partnering with senior leaders to drive HR initiatives and solve complex organizational challenges.
  • Strong knowledge of employment laws and regulations.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills.
  • Analytical and solution-oriented mindset with the ability to use data-driven insights to support decision-making.
  • Experience with change management processes.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while managing multiple priorities effectively.
  • Experience supporting global teams is a plus.

About the company

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Motive

Actively Hiring
Artificial intelligence-powered hardware & software company powering the physical economy1001-5000 Employees
Company Size
1001-5000
Company Type
Startup
Company Industries
Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
Company Industries
B2B · SaaS · Mobile · Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning
  • Responds within two weeks
    Based on past data, Motive usually responds to incoming applications within two weeks
  • B2B
  • Scale Stage
    Rapidly increasing operations
  • Top Investors
    This company has received a significant amount of investment from top investors
  • Valuation $1B+
    This company has a valuation of $1B or more
  • 4.5
    Highly rated
    Motive is highly rated on Glassdoor, with 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • 4.3
    Strong Leadership
    Employees rate Motive 4.3/5 on Glassdoor for faith in leadership
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Funding

AMOUNT RAISED
$227.3M
FUNDED OVER
5 rounds
Rounds
D
$149000000
Series D - Apr 2019+4

Perks

Medical
Motive will cover 90% of PPO and HMO medical premiums for Employee Only, and 75% for Dependents and 100% of the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) medical premiums for Employee only and 75% for Dependents.
401K
Hosted through Empower Retirement with a company match!
Daily Lunch
Healthy catered lunch every day from Nybll.

Founders

Obaid Khan
Founder
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Ryan Johns
Founder
San Francisco
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Shoaib Makani
Founder/CEO
San Francisco
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