About Halter

At Halter were on a mission to enable farmers and graziers to run the most productive and sustainable operations. Our customers are using Halter to break free from the time-intensive constraints of conventional practices. Imagine watching 500 cattle stand up and walk calmly towards their next break No quad bikes no dogs no fences. Just a group of cattle walking at their own pace. People say it looks like magic. Our customers are revolutionizing grazing with Halter. Its changing lives and transforming an industry. People join Halter to do meaningful work. By joining us youll be solving challenging problems within a talented team and a culture built for high performance. Our team out-think out-work and out-care. Were committed to delivering real change in the world - this isnt easy and in truth we love that its hard.

Were backed to deliver on a mission that matters by Tier 1 investors including Founders Fund Bessemer Venture Partners BOND DCVC Blackbird Promus Ventures Rocket Labs Peter Beck and Icehouse ventures.

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About the Role

At Halter performance matters. The US team is scaling rapidly and leadership quality will determine whether we win or stall.

Were hiring a People & Performance Partner to work closely with managers and strengthen how teams perform as we grow.

This is not transactional HR. Its not policy administration. Its not a feel-good support role.

Its about lifting performance through clear standards strong judgment and better leadership.

Youll partner with managers across the US to strengthen how they lead and how their teams perform. Youll:

• Coach managers through performance and development conversations

• Navigate early Employee Relations (ER) and team dynamics issues

• Raise clarity accountability and standards

• Spot risk before it becomes systemic

• Escalate when needed but not by default

• Operate close to the work where complexity is real and standards are high. This might mean time on the road visiting various members of the sales team.

What makes this different

Youll work in a high-performance environment where:

• Expectations are clear

• Feedback is direct

• Standards are not diluted for comfort

Youll need commercial judgment not just HR knowledge.

Youll work alongside a Senior P&P Partner operating at system level your role is to strengthen manager capability and bring signal from the ground.

Youll be expected to think not just execute.

What great looks like

You apply strong judgment under pressure and stay calm in complexity. Youre comfortable challenging managers directly and handling hard conversations without flinching. You understand performance and accountability think commercially and have a strong sense of fairness. You communicate clearly operate well in ambiguity and have the grit and integrity to hold high standards.

Our Benefits (US Only):

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP): Own a part of Halter and share in our growth and success

• Unlimited PTO: Take time off when you need itno accrual required available from day one

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & paid wellness leave: Access confidential support through JustWorks plus 3 paid wellness days per year

• Comprehensive health benefits: Medical dental and vision coverage starting the first day of the month after you join (with most premiums covered including 100% of employee-only health premiums on select plans)

• Personal growth fund: $750 USD per year to support learning development or personal growth goals

• Parental leave: 16 weeks paid leave for birthing parents and 8 weeks paid leave for non-birthing parents

• 401(k): 100% match on the first 3% contributed plus 50% match on the next 2% (up to a 4% employer match) with immediate vesting

• Onboarding travel to New Zealand: Fly to NZ for onboarding at Halter HQ in Aucklandmeet the team visit a test farm and immerse yourself in all things Halter

Our Office First Approach

Humans are wired for connection. Being office first is a core pillar of our culture because in-person connections drive your growth learning impact and relationships. Strong relationships make it easier to disagree give feedback and do meaningful work together.

Were office first not office only. Working from the office is our default but we flex when needed. We have a high-trust culture where everyone is trusted to do whats best for Halter.

Our office vibe is special the high energy and spectacular people make work enjoyable. Your growth and impact are unlimited here coming from solving problems innovating and constantly learning from each other.

Join our team

Halter is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace a place where we can each be ourselves and do the best work of our lives. Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the requirements women and under-represented groups of candidates tend to only apply when they meet every requirement. If you think you have what it takes but dont necessarily tick every requirement on this job description please still get in touch and apply to Halter. Wed love to chat to see if youll be an epic fit!

If this opportunity sounds like you please apply below by sending through your cover letter explaining why youre excited about this role and working at Halter along with your CV and well be in touch!

Please also feel free to check out the careers page for more information on working at Halter and dont forget to follow us on LinkedIn & Instagram.

Why our team loves working at Halter:

• Work that genuinely matters. Every now and again a company comes along that transforms an entire industry and leaves the world in a better place. Our team gets to be part of something truly meaningful helping farmers improve their livelihoods spend more time with their families and build more sustainable operations.

• Spectacular people solving hard problems. Our culture is designed for talented people to do work that changes lives. The team is filled with diverse kind and driven people who push each other to do their best work. Youll be thrown into the deep end tackling complex challenges and building something tangible that solves real problems.

• Youll grow here. Autonomy mastery and learning define how we work. Youll have the freedom to work on interesting problems master new skills and continuously develop yourself both through your role and our $1000 personal growth fund.

• This isnt easy and we love that its hard. Working at Halter will be the most rewarding and the most challenging work of your life. We move fast take bold bets and work hard to reshape an entire industry. As one team member put it: Joining Halter is a bit like strapping yourself to a rocket ship but its an epic journey to be a part of!