Sr. People Partner Specialist

The Instructions

Please take your time to prepare a thorough application. The deadline for submissions is August 23 at 9:00 AM PDT. We will begin reviewing applications only after this date and time. Rest assured, every application will be considered carefully, and candidates who make our shortlist will be contacted for further discussions.

Please note that submitting early does not confer any advantage, nor does reaching out directly, being referred, or having personal connections within the company. 

The Company

At Nylas, we specialize in making it easier for developers to add email, calendar, and contact management features into their applications. We provide tools called APIs, which streamline the integration of these functionalities, ensuring they are secure and effective. This enables better, safer, and more reliable communication within apps.

Supporting over 100,000 developers and collaborating with more than 900 companies globally, Nylas plays a pivotal role in how digital communication tools are built and utilized. Our technology spans various sectors, from healthcare to education, simplifying the complex process of app development related to communications. By reducing the barriers in communication technology, we empower developers to innovate and enhance user interaction across platforms.

The Team

We are a group of hardworking, curious and engaging individuals who are striving to help others reach their full potential. We are constantly pushing ourselves and one another to learn and grow. We are always striving to act and perform like a high-performing team. 

We see the People department as a group of seasoned consultants guiding the business through challenges and changes while nurturing a positive culture. We serve as champions for employees here at Nylas. Our focus is on coaching and advising, ensuring everyone can thrive and contribute effectively, while enjoying each other’s company along the way.

• Sr. Manager, People Operations: Rachel Ibarra
• Sr. Manager, People Partnerships: Katie Bloomstrom
• Head of People: Ryan Gormley

The Role

We are seeking a Sr. People Partner Specialist to advance our People function into a model of world-class excellence, delivering consultative solutions to our business needs. The ideal candidate is deeply passionate about enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of people, programs, and strategies. We are looking for someone who not only adds value but also multiplies it across the team—someone eager to challenge the status quo and introduce new ideas and skills that transcend traditional job definitions.

Reporting to the Head of People, this role offers a significant opportunity to impact every aspect of the Human Experience at Nylas, from Learning & Development and People Operations to Employee Engagement and Talent Acquisition. You will engage with a broad spectrum of functions including benefits, recruiting, compensation, performance management, learning and development, employer branding, and immigration. The ideal candidate embraces grit, gumption, trust, and accountability; thrives in ambiguity; challenges conventional approaches; and views themselves as a builder within the company. 

What You’ll Do

First 30 Days

• Establish relationships with the People department, people managers, and the leadership team to foster collaboration and communication.
• Assess current operations and future objectives, identifying gaps and priorities essential for achieving business goals.
• Take ownership of an existing People program, such as the quarterly Pulse Surveys or the monthly People Leader Huddle, ensuring its effectiveness and alignment with company objectives.
• Generate and propose innovative ideas supported by thorough research to enhance organizational practices.

First 60 days

• Acquire a comprehensive understanding of the established programs, systems, and processes critical to the People function.
• Engage proactively with the People department to grasp business objectives and tackle emerging challenges effectively.
• Master key programs across the talent management portfolio, including performance management, compensation, promotions, engagement surveys, and career development.
• Assume responsibility for two essential functions within the People department, such as benefits administration and the oversight of learning and development initiatives.

First 90 days

• Lead the transition of 2-3 major company-wide programs from concept to execution, ensuring smooth imple