Senior People Business Partner, Corporate Functions

Get to know Okta

Okta is The World’s Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology—anywhere, on any device or app. Our Workforce and Customer Identity Clouds enable secure yet flexible access, authentication, and automation that transforms how people move through the digital world, putting Identity at the heart of business security and growth. 

At Okta, we celebrate a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box - we’re looking for lifelong learners and people who can make us better with their unique experiences. 

Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you.

The Team

We are currently seeking a Senior People Business Partner to support our Corporate Functions organizations (Legal, People, Finance, Corporate Development).  This position will be responsible for leading, supporting, and facilitating the delivery of People services to the organizations while delivering high impact and value. The Senior PBP, will work closely with the leadership teams and provide expert advice and coaching to drive and support their business objectives.

What you will do

• Provide strategic advice, counsel, and consultative solutions to business leaders on people management aspects of their business, including driving organizational development, team effectiveness, executing change management strategy, and employee engagement solutions.
• Collaborate and consult with the COEs on the design and delivery of People programs to deliver effective solutions to the business.
• Act as the advocate for leading the talent management and development plans for the business unit with a focus on enhancing the quality of leaders and managers, building skills and capabilities of the workforce and ensuring succession bench strength.
• Direct, develop and drive the business unit’s global workforce plan and human capital strategies by acquiring and maintaining in-depth knowledge of the business, not limited to budget, revenue and product and portfolio roadmaps.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition, Talent Management and Finance to ensure a feasible, pro-active workforce plan is in place and well executed.
• Develop and monitor regular and ad-hoc reports to ensure People metrics are quantified and outcome-driven. Able to identify trends and proactively recommend solutions to improve performance, retention, and employee experience.
• Guide and coach managers on appropriately managing and resolving complex People issues (e.g., performance management and total rewards).
• Partner with team members throughout the People organization to communicate and educate on policies, procedures, and compliance.
• Provide consultative support and guidance to managers on the implementation/execution of core People programs.
• Leverage best practices and identify opportunities for efficiencies.
• Understand the client groups, strategy, challenges, business initiatives, and business models.

What you will bring 

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience supporting teams of 200+ employees.
• Experience working with VP & SVP+ leaders.  
• Experience coaching and mentoring others in an informal or formal setting.
• Experience in a growing, global software development environment is preferred.
• Experience working with corporate functions teams (Legal, Finance, Corporate Development, Security) is ideal.
• Exceptional communication skills combined with demonstrated problem-solving ability are critical for this role.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Viewed as a resource for advice and guidance by peers and senior leaders.
• Good understanding of matrix structures and politically savvy.
• Ability to cope with pressure maintaining a high standard of deliverables.
• Excellent organization and follow-through skills.
• Ability to analyze and utilize data to make informed short and long-term business decisions.
• Ability to work in a fast-moving and changing environment.
• Ability to effectively communicate in various mediums to a wide variety of audiences.
• Able to build relationships, develop credibility with internal clients, and mentor HR colleagues.
• Strong ability to multi-task and respond effectively to changing priorities and demands.
• Strong experience working with technology companies.

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Below is the annual base salary range for candidates located in California, Colorado, New York and Washington. Your actual base salary will depend on factors such as your skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. In additi