People Business Partner Contractor

Ovii's Interpretation of the Role

The Senior People Business Partner partners with business units to shape talent strategy, drive organizational health, and execute HR programs. This full‑time, on‑site role in Pleasanton, CA requires deep HR expertise, strong stakeholder influence, and a builder mindset.

Role Snapshot

• Strategic HR partner for multiple business units
• Owner of talent development and succession planning
• Lead employee‑relations investigations
• Drive change initiatives and people programs
• Collaborate across People COEs
• Full‑time on‑site presence in Pleasanton

Must-Have Requirements

• HR Business Partner experience
• Strategic influence with senior leaders
• Employee relations expertise
• Exceptional written and verbal communication
• Organizational agility
• Resilience
• BS/BA degree or equivalent

Nice-to-Have Signals

• Workday proficiency
• High‑growth startup experience
• Building People programs from scratch
• Supporting global business units
• Exposure to M&A or rapid scaling
• M&A exposure
• high‑growth startup experience

Work Setup

• Location: Pleasanton, United States
• Work mode: ONSITE
• Timezone: Occasional early mornings or late evenings for global partners
• Relocation: Must be located in or relocate to East Bay area
• Employment type: Contract

Eligibility Gates

• Visa sponsorship: no

Not Specified in JD

• Salary range
• Visa sponsorship
• Remote eligibility
• Travel requirement

What You'll Likely Work On

• Build trusted, long‑term relationships with senior leaders and act as a strategic HR advisor
• Translate business goals into talent strategies, including org design, succession, and performance management
• Navigate complex employee‑relations cases with legal awareness and sound judgment
• Lead change‑management efforts, communicating clearly and aligning stakeholders
• Execute core People programs such as performance cycles, engagement actions, and compensation planning
• Identify gaps in People processes and build new infrastructure where needed
• Partner with People COEs to share knowledge and strengthen the overall function
• Continuously stay current on HR trends and apply best practices to the organization

Good Fit If You Have

• Growth‑mindset and willingness to learn a complex, evolving industry
• Positive, high‑energy presence that lifts team morale
• Loyalty to both client groups and the People team, avoiding internal conflict