Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Psychology, or related field
8+ years of progressive HR experience at the Sr. Manager or Director level
Genuine enthusiasm for AI and emerging technology
Experience supporting senior leaders in large, complex organizations
Proven track record in change management or organizational development
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence senior leadership
Ability to work in Southern California (San Diego, Orange County, or Los Angeles)
Responsibilities
Partner with senior leaders as a strategic advisor on organizational design and culture
Lead change initiatives, particularly in AI adoption
Translate business strategy into actionable people strategies
Shape leadership development and upskilling efforts
Coach leaders through transformation and complex employee relations
Use data to inform decisions and influence executives
Bring an innovative mindset to HR operations
Benefits
Make an impact in a mission-driven industry
Help a global organization lead in AI and the future of work
Collaborate with leaders who value strategic HR as a business partner
Full Job Description
Strategic HR Business Partner
Location: Southern California (San Diego, Orange County, or Los Angeles) Compensation: $175,000 - $225,000 base, DOE
What You'll Do
Partner with senior business leaders as a strategic advisor on organizational design, talent, workforce planning, and culture
Lead and champion change initiatives across a global, matrixed organization, including the people side of AI adoption
Translate business strategy into people strategy that drives measurable results
Shape leadership development, capability building, and upskilling efforts as the organization evolves
Coach leaders through transformation, growth, and complex employee relations matters
Use data and insights to inform decisions and influence at the executive level
Bring an innovative, forward-thinking mindset to how HR operates and delivers value
Why This Role
Make an impact at enterprise scale in a mission-driven industry that improves lives
Help a global organization lead, not follow, in AI and the future of work
Work alongside leaders who value strategic HR as a true business partner
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Organizational Psychology, or a related field
8+ years of progressive HR experience, with recent experience at the Sr. Manager or Director level (or equivalent) in a strategic HRBP role
Genuine enthusiasm for AI and emerging technology, and the ability to help others embrace it
Experience supporting senior leaders in a large, complex, enterprise-scale organization
A proven track record leading change through change management, organizational development, or learning and development, OR experience leading change or transformation work at a major consulting firm
Demonstrated comfort with AI and emerging technology, with experience helping teams adopt new tools and ways of working
Strong executive presence and the ability to influence, challenge, and build trust at the senior leadership level
Ability to work in Southern California (San Diego, Orange County, or Los Angeles)
Preferred Qualifications
Medical device, life sciences, or other highly regulated industry experience
Experience in a global or matrixed organization
Advanced degree (MBA, MS in HR or Organizational Development) or HR certification (SHRM-SCP, SPHR)
Formal change management certification (Prosci or similar)