Datadog is seeking a Senior Manager People Business Partner (PBP) to lead and coach members of the People Business Partner team while partnering closely with leadership and our broader People team to support our growing global organization. This role will support our Global Product Design Technical Program Management and Information Security unctions. In addition to owning a businessaligned scope the Senior Manager will oversee team members to ensure delivery of strategic people solutions that drive impact and scale. This position requires a balance of team leadership direct partnership with senior stakeholders and continuous collaboration with People Centers of Excellence (COEs). Datadog has had exponential growth yearoveryear 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 worklife harmony that best fits them.
What Youll Do:
- Lead and coach People Business Partner(s) and/or People Generalist(s) on the PBP team to ensure impact and alignment with business needs
- Represent our global PBP team to partner on the front line with all employees and leadership
- Advise coach and influence management on all things peoplerelated including: performance management coaching career pathing employee relations compensation organizational development and scaling training culture diversity & inclusion and employee engagement
- Serve as a subject matter expert to both the PBP team and leaders across the groups you support
- Partner with the appropriate Center of Excellence (COE) team when designing programs in support of enhancing the employee experience
- Advise and consult on People policies guidelines and programs in collaboration with COE colleagues
- Provide analysis and consulting to leadership to drive datadriven people decisions and implementation of best practices
- Assess employee development needs make recommendations and implement appropriate solutions aligned with the organizations broader strategy
- Handle complex global employee relations issues working with leadership to implement best practices and approach
- Own crossfunctional projects and process improvements within your scope ensuring timeliness and positive business impact
Who You Are:
- Experienced in 8 years as an HRBP or in a related HR role with at least 12 years of direct people management experience preferred preferably with experience in fastgrowing technology companies
- Skilled at leading and coaching People team members providing clear direction and support while fostering development and growth
- Able to adapt your approach and pivot your skillset from strategic highlevel program implementation to the granular daytoday needs of a fastpaced business
- Strong in your analytical & reporting skills; solid experience with HRIS (Workday is a bonus!)
- Experienced in working across business functions with firstline and senior leadership
- A master in your project management and organizational skills with a proven ability to design clear processes and a very detailoriented yet flexible approach to problem solving
- Experienced in employee relations and knowledgeable in global employment practices
- 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. Thats okay. If youre 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 crossdepartmentally
- 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.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager