Principal Hr Business Partner

Workday

Pleasanton, CA, USA
Base: $172,800 usd - $259,200 usd; bonus/equity: m...
Hybrid (50% in-office, 50% remote)
Strategic hrbp role
Partnering with svp+ leaders
Global hr experience
Workday is seeking a Principal HR Business Partner to support their Global Finance Organization, focusing on strategic HR initiatives and talent management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in HR, particularly in a strategic capacity, and must demonstrate strong collaboration and communication skills

Job Summary

  • The People Business Partner team advises and leads senior-level organizations, enabling leaders to operate at scale and amplify a values-driven, employee-first culture.
  • This role involves leading the talent strategy for the Global Finance Organization, acting as the primary PBP to Workday’s Chief Financial Officer.
  • Success in this role looks like winning the trust of the CFO and leadership team, accelerating execution of talent programs, and maintaining an employee-first and team-first approach.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Workday is seeking a Principal HR Business Partner to support their Global Finance Organization, focusing on strategic HR initiatives and talent management. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in HR, particularly in a strategic capacity, and must demonstrate strong collaboration and communication skills.

Salary

Base: $172,800 USD - $259,200 USD; Bonus/Equity: May be eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus, annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic HRBP role
  • Partnering with SVP+ leaders
  • Global HR experience
  • Talent strategy development
  • Organizational effectiveness
  • AI adoption and curiosity

Nice-to-have

  • Sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • Courageous collaborators
  • Curious minds
  • Empathy and shared enthusiasm
  • Tolerance for ambiguity

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years HR experience
  • 8+ years strategic HRBP experience
  • PBP experience with SVP+ leaders
  • Global capacity experience
  • Workday office attendance at least 50%

Work Rights

Not specified

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