Datadog is seeking a People Business Partner (PBP) to work closely with leadership and our People team to help support our growing global or…
People Business Partner - Paris
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Job Description
Datadog is seeking a People Business Partner (PBP) to work closely with leadership and our People team to help support our growing global organization. This position will work closely to support the specific needs of the group’s employees while working strategically on all People programs and initiatives. Datadog has had exponential growth year-over-year and has no plans to stop - so there is a lot to learn from and contribute to our rapidly scaling team.
At Datadog, we place value in our office culture - the relationships and collaboration it builds and the creativity it brings to the table. We operate as a hybrid workplace to ensure our Datadogs can create a work-life harmony that best fits them.
What You’ll Do
Represent our global PBP team to partner on the front line with all employees and leadership
Advise, coach, and influence management on all things people-related, including: performance management, coaching, career pathing, employee relations, compensation, organizational development and scaling, training, culture, diversity & inclusion, and employee engagement
Consult with the appropriate Center of Excellence (COE) team to gather their expertise to design programs to enhance the employee experience.
Build, advise and consult on People policies, guidelines, and programs, in collaboration with COE colleagues
Provide analysis and consulting to leadership to drive data-driven people decisions and implementation of best practices
Assess employee development needs, make recommendations, and implement appropriate solutions aligned with the organization’s broader strategy
Handle complex global employee relations issues, working with leadership to implement best practices and approach
Who You Are
Experienced in 5+ years as an HRBP or in a related HR role, preferably with experience in fast-growing technology companies
Able to adapt your approach and pivot your skillset from strategic, high level program implementation to granular day-to-day needs of a fast paced business
Strong in your analytical & reporting skills; solid experience with HRIS (Workday is a bonus!)
Experienced in working across business functions with first line and senior leadership
A master in your project management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to design clear processes, and a very detail-oriented yet flexible approach to problem solving
Experienced in employee relations and knowledge of global employment practices
Someone with a clear, direct, approachable, and friendly communication style and strong customer service orientation
Strong in your interpersonal and communication skills and able to build relationships and trust at all levels of the organization
Datadog values people from all walks of life. We understand not everyone will meet all the above qualifications on day one. That's okay. If you’re passionate about technology and want to grow your skills, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits and Growth
Generous and competitive benefits package
New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan (ESPP)
Continuous career development opportunities
Product training to develop understanding of our product and space
Best in breed onboarding
Internal mentor and buddy program cross-departmentally
Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
Benefits and Growth listed above may vary based on the country of your employment and the nature of your employment with Datadog.
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About Datadog
Datadog is the leading observability and security platform for the AI era, providing businesses with unified visibility across the technology stack to manage complexity at scale. It brings applications, infrastructure, data, models, and security into one place, using AI to detect and resolve issues before they impact customers. Trusted globally by Fortune 500 companies and high-growth AI leaders, Datadog enables businesses to move faster with clarity and confidence. Learn more about #DatadogLife on Instagram, Li
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