People Partner - US

Chicago, IL, United States

About Us

We're TravelPerk, a hyper-growth SaaS platform offering companies a one-stop-shop for booking, managing and reporting business travel.

Our aim is to revolutionise the $1.3 trillion business travel market by combining an unrivalled choice of travel options with a powerful booking and management platform and access to 24/7 customer support we've become the leading all-in-one travel management solution.

Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Barcelona, we've grown to over 1200 people in 9 offices across Europe and North America. In 2022 we became a 'unicorn' and in 2024 we raised $104 million in additional investment, with a total valuation of $1.4 billion.

We've been winning awards too. Since 2023, we've been voted one of the best places to work, one of thefastest-growing apps and tech companies , and a leading pioneer of business travel.

These are just some of the reasons why global brands like Wise, Red Bull, GetYourGuide, and Aesop trust us to supercharge their corporate travel.

The Role

Join us in our exciting journey of growth and transformation! We are looking for an enthusiastic and hands-on People Partner (HRBP) with a solid background in scaling companies and expanding teams. Your expertise in HR policies, processes, and tools will be the cornerstone of our development. This role is perfect for those based in Boston, Chicago, or Miami and eager to impact our North American teams significantly.

Are you a collaborative, innovative, and ethical HR professional thriving in a vibrant, action-packed environment? Do you have a proven track record that speaks volumes about your commitment and high standards? We're seeking someone ready to go above and beyond, navigating through continuous change with a positive attitude and a proactive spirit.

If you're eager to take on a challenging yet rewarding role, driving growth and fostering a supportive and dynamic culture, we'd love to embark on this exciting journey with you. Let's shape the future with innovation, dedication, and a smile!

What will you be doing?

As a People Partner to the NAM teams, you will drive our People team plans by collaborating closely with our manager and leadership community in NAM. You will guide, mentor, and coach managers and leaders to support TravelPerk's vision, mission, and overall objectives.

Partner with leaders and managers to foster and promote best practice standards and the business's core values at all levels.

Facilitate and support the effective implementation of global people plans and initiatives.

Support and coach management and leadership in resolving people matters and recommending high-judgment solutions for sensitive and complex situations.

Own and leverage people's data to influence your client group to keep their organisation healthy.

Guide career paths/development and manager capability.

Contribute to the execution of the People Team strategy.

Ensure that effective and appropriate HR policies, procedures and guidelines are in place, meeting local legal requirements, best practices and organisational objectives.

Drive the talent management cycle, including promotions and succession planning.

Set HR priorities through targeted use of HR data and analytics.

Supporting our transformation and change activities to build resilience, leadership and communication skills in the organisation.

What will you need to succeed?

Solid background as a People Partner within a fast-growing startup/scale-up organization.

Proven expertise in partnering with senior management as the first contact point for NAM managers regarding the employee lifecycle.

Demonstrated capability in either owning or collaborating with fellow People team members to deliver:

Performance and Development Review Processes, including the facilitation of calibration sessions

Compensation and benefits reviews

Workforce Planning

Talent management

Upskilling organizations

Proven insight into talent management, adept at change management and solid project management.

Proficient in HR systems with a strong competency level.

Outstanding in both written and verbal communication skills.

Analytically driven with a data-focused mindset.

Committed to continuous improvement, consistently raising the bar while staying updated with the latest trends and information.

Solution-oriented, whether working independently or as part of the People team.

Developed strong business acumen through extensive job experience.

Our Benefits

Competitive compensation, including equity in TravelPerk

Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge

Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability with coverage from your start date

Financial benefits like 401k with company matching and an HSA plan

Family services that include adoption benefits and equal paid parental leave

Global presence and hybrid work availability

Unforgettable TravelPerk events, including travel to one of our hubs

Learning and professional development opportunities

Mental health support tool for your wellbeing

Exponential growth opportunities

VolunteerPerk - 16 paid hours per year to volunteer for a cause of your choice.

"Work from anywhere" worldwide allows for 20 working days per year.

How we work

Our Vision is for a world where TravelPerk serves as the platform for human connection in-real-life (IRL). We take an IRL - first approach to work, where our team works together in person 3 days a week. As such, this role requires you to be based within commuting distance of our Boston, Chicago or Miami hub. We fundamentally believe in the value of meeting in-real-life to improve connectivity, productivity, and creativity and ultimately make us a great place to work.

At TravelPerk, we prioritise experience and potential over academic qualifications for this role. We believe that talent and ability aren't always reflected in formal credentials.

English is the official language at the office. Please submit your resume in English if you choose to apply.

TravelPerk is a global company with a diverse customer base-and we want to ensure the people behind our product reflect that. We're an equal opportunity employer, meaning you're welcome at TravelPerk regardless of your appearance, where you're from, or anything else that makes you.

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