Sr. Contingent Workforce Business Partner

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The Role

The Sr. Contingent Workforce Business Partner (‘Sr. CWBP’) is a new role on Reddit’s Contingent Workforce team, and will work closely with our Sr. Mgr of Contingent Workforce & Global Mobility in the continued transformation of the contingent labor program into a best in class operation. The Sr. CWBP works across the company to help drive strategy, compliance, and education on contingent labor usage.

The successful candidate:

We are looking for a seasoned contingent workforce professional who enjoys working as an individual contributor. As a small team, teamwork, collaboration, an entrepreneurial mindset, and the ability to jump in to support any & all daily tasks are success factors as critical as the CWBP’s experience in global contingent workforce management.  

Our ideal candidate will partner closely with business leaders to creatively problem solve while still controlling for risk. They will be able to influence the business to proactively drive operational excellence in a complex environment, embracing ambiguity, and driving innovative and impactful solutions. They will be able to support day to day activities, as well as drive program level projects and initiatives.

Key responsibilities may include:

Contingent Workforce SME:

• Partner with Reddit managers to advise, educate and influence on a wide range of Contingent Workforce issues
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners such as Employment Counsel, Finance, HRBPs, and Asset distribution teams globally to drive consistency and compliance
• Identify issues proactively based on discussions with business partners, and ideate on solutions or programmatic improvements to address those issues
• Work with the Sr. Manager to establish new global hiring locations, and all necessary infrastructure to support those hires
• Drive program level project initiatives
• Conduct in-person training sessions
• Facilitate resolution of ER issues, accommodations requests, investigations and other HR/ER type issues for CWs

Sourcing and Recruitment:

• Partner with hiring managers to identify contingent workforce needs across different teams and projects.
• Utilize external staffing agencies and vendor management systems to source qualified candidates.

Contract Management:

• Negotiate contract terms with staffing agencies and individual contractors, including rates, scope of work, and duration.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and relevant employment laws regarding contingent workers.

Relationship Building:

• Build strong relationships with hiring managers, cross functional teams, and external staffing agencies to facilitate smooth onboarding and ongoing support for contingent workers.
• Proactively address any concerns or issues raised by contingent workers or hiring managers.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Track key metrics related to contingent workforce utilization, cost, and performance to identify areas for improvement.
• Generate reports and insights to inform strategic decision-making regarding the contingent workforce program.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Maintain accurate records for your organization within our Vendor Management System
• Ensure adherence to all relevant compliance requirements related to contingent workforce management, including background checks, tax regulations, and data privacy.
• Identify and mitigate potential risks associated with the contingent workforce. 

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in contingent workforce management or a related field.
• Strong understanding of contingent workforce management practices and legal considerations.
• Proven experience in recruitment and staffing, ideally with a focus on managing external providers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stake