Human Resources Business Partner (People Partner), HQ
Away is a global lifestyle brand with a mission to transform travel through products and content that inspire people to get away more. In support of our mission, we are seeking a People Partner, HQ to join our People + Culture team.
Want to help us transform the travel experience? The ideal candidate will have had strong experience in employee relations, coaching & development of senior leaders, and organizational development and design. We are looking for someone that has the ability to zoom out and keep strategic focus on scaling for growth and retention. You will work closely with senior leaders across the business as well as the broader People + Culture team (People Ops, People Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Payroll and Benefits, etc.) and report into the Director, People Partners. This position will be based in our NYC office.
As a company that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, Away seeks individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to apply for this opportunity. We’re creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Our customers are global and diverse, so we’re building a team that is too. Through initiatives like our employee resource groups, anti-racism training, and bias prevention initiatives, we’re building the cultural foundation that gives people the emotional and physical space to bring their authentic selves to work.
What You'll Do:
- Have a deep understanding of Human Resources and be a thought leader on people and organizational topics within your dedicated teams as well as cross-functionally
- Partner with senior business leaders and store managers to develop thoughtful, scalable people-focused initiatives focusing on recruitment, retention, engagement, recognition and talent management
- Coach business leaders and store managers on employee relations matters including performance management, feedback and career pathing
- Partner with People Strategy to develop manager and team trainings focused on development, culture and career growth
- Partner with the Talent Acquisition and FP&A team on strategic headcount planning, identifying critical roles and succession planning
- Collaborate with the People Partner team to accelerate a culture of innovation and development while providing employees and managers the tools they need to be successful
Who You Are:
- Minimum 5 years of progressively more HR or relevant experience, retail experience required
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
- Strong leadership, change management and facilitation skills
- Ability to coach and develop senior leaders
- Strong relationship aptitude
- Support the acquisition and retention of top talent
- Familiarity with employment laws and best practices, experience in multiple US markets is desired
- Identify, resolve or refer complex issues in support of a positive work environment
- Interpret policies and regulations to ensure fair and equitable resolution of issues
- Ability to use people metrics and analytics to identify trends
- Hard working with a "no task is too small" attitude
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced and ever-changing startup environment
- Passionate about retail and travel (but that’s a given!)
- You can show proof of COVID-19 vaccination & adherence to HQ COVID office policies using Bindle, a secure platform that verifies vaccination status without sharing private health information, within 30 days of hire
You’ll love working at Away because:
- We travel. We encourage you to take time to recharge outside of the office. You’ll have generous PTO to explore new places and access to Away products to ensure your travels are seamless. And once you’re here for three years, you’ll earn a sabbatical and a bonus to take a well-deserved trip.
- We’re not just employees. We’re people. We offer insurance coverage (health, vision, and dental), tax savings plans for retirement, dependent care, commuter benefits, generous and inclusive parental leave, and a kitchen stocked with organic snacks and coffee.
- We’ll invest in your career. Our company’s growing quickly, and we’ll give you the opportunity to do the same. You’ll have access to a number of professional development opportunities so that you can keep up with the company’s evolving needs.
- We’re creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Our customers are global and diverse, so we’re building a team that is, too. Through initiatives like our employee resource groups, our new office in downtown Manhattan, and more, we’re building the cultural foundation that gives people the emotional and physical space to bring their best selves to work.
- We offer competitive compensation packages. We deeply value the talent our team brings to the table, and believe that fair and equitable total compensation packages are part of our commitment to everyone who works here.
- And so much more…! You can bring your dog to work. We organize ways to give back to our local communities.
About Away:
Away is a global lifestyle brand with a mission to transform travel through products and content that inspire people to get away more. The company launched in 2016 with one perfectly designed carry-on and has since expanded to offer an array of luggage and travel essentials built for the modern traveler. Headquartered in New York City, with teams in London and Toronto, Away currently ships products to over 35 countries around the world. Away has been named one of Fast Company’s “World’s Most Innovative Companies” and has been recognized on TIME’s list of “Best Inventions.” To learn more, visit awaytravel.com.
EEO Statement:
Away is dedicated to hiring a diverse workplace that celebrates an inclusive culture and a sense of belonging. As an equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, veteran status, genetic information or disability.
Away is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].