HR Generalist / HR Business Partner, NA

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage is committed to being a workplace of inclusion, equity, respect and acceptance. We celebrate diversity and intentionally seek out opportunities to learn from one another’s experience.

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises.

Developing and operating across North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

About Vantage Data Centers

Vantage Data Centers powers, cools, protects, and connects the technology of the world’s well-known hyperscalers, cloud providers and large enterprises.

Developing and operating across 19 markets in North America, EMEA and APAC, Vantage has evolved data center design in innovative ways to deliver dramatic gains in reliability, efficiency and sustainability in flexible environments that can scale as quickly as the market demands.

Vantage’s business is growing exponentially, through a combination of greenfield market expansion and acquisitions.

People and Culture Department

The People & Culture (P&C) Team at Vantage is lean, effective, well-respected, and growing. Rapid and ambitious growth of the core business has resulted in hiring top talent internationally and at pace.

The team is distinguished by its proactive and strategic approach. Unlike other organizations where P&C functions are limited to administrative oversight, our P&C professionals are empowered with the authority and responsibility to drive critical processes directly.

By leveraging in-house expertise, our P&C team can align long-term organizational sustainability with innovative P&C practices and cost-effective strategies.

Each member of our P&C team plays a pivotal role in making high-impact decisions, resulting in a more dynamic and productive work environment.

Position Overview

This role is ideally based in Santa Clara, CA but we may be open to one residing in Phoenix, AZ, Denver, CO or Ashburn, VA or Dallas / Fort Worth or South Texas locations in our major data center locations.

Those with California Labor Laws highly preferred.

Travel for this role may be up to 15% as business need require, however, more likely 2-3 trips per year.

As a member of the company’s People team, the Human Resources Business Partner will contribute to and lead the execution of people experience strategies and initiatives in partnership with the broader People organization.

The HRBP will also help facilitate HR services for our North America-based employees and ensure we have best-in-class talent and a positive employee experience to drive organizational success.

Critical for success is knowledge of California labor laws, visa applications processes, and competitive strategies to influence key business decisions.

This role will interpret and enforce company policies and provide coaching to managers on all aspects of leadership and talent retention.

As a key culture leader, the HRBP will also build relationships with stakeholders throughout the company and participate in special projects and provide focused, functional support.

Essential Job Functions

Labor Law & Compliance :

Serve as the internal expert on California labor laws, compliance, and policy matters.

Ensure rigorous compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, company policies, and procedures.

Advise company leaders on legal and compliance issues, ensuring that all HR practices adhere to relevant regulations.

Business Partnership & Leadership Coaching :

Proactively advise company leaders and coach managers and employees in assigned client group on strategies, policies, programs, and best practices.

Consult with managers and employees on organizational design, goal setting, and strategies for success.

Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity.

Change Management & Culture Leadership :

Serve as a change agent, helping the organization evolve to meet business objectives and turnaround high-risk situations.

Promote and demonstrate behaviors consistent with the company’s core values of Trust, Accountability, Respect, and Agility.

Build strong relationships with stakeholders throughout the company to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

HR Services & Project Management :

Manage a variety of general HR projects as needed, such as onboarding, performance management, talent assessment, succession planning, engagement surveys, local training & development, policy updates and creation, audits, compensation, and employee communication.

Work with business groups to assess, create, and implement innovative solutions for employee engagement initiatives within the client group.

Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR organization to develop solutions, programs, and policies.

Employee Relations & Talent Retention :

Exercise tact and diplomacy in handling sensitive, complex, and confidential personnel issues.

Provide guidance and support to managers on all aspects of leadership and talent retention.

Serve as a trusted advisor to employees, helping them navigate HR processes and ensuring a positive employee experience.

Additional Duties :

Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.

Job Requirements

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, or a related field, or equivalent years of experience.

HR Certification preferred, but not required.

Knowledge of Visa Immigration processes strongly preferred.

Experience :

5 years of HR experience in generalist support, onboarding, recognition programs, culture development, employee engagement, coaching and development, talent management, conflict resolution, change management, data analysis, and / or HR business partner support.

Experience working with California-based non-exempt employees required.

HR generalist experience supporting client groups and experience in multiple areas of HR.

Business partner and functional support expertise.

Organizational design, change management experience and support in high growth environments.

Skills :

Strong business and HR acumen, including ability to diagnose and analyze problems and drive appropriate solutions.

Strong understanding of California employment law.

Advanced knowledge of Excel, PPT, Outlook, HRIS systems.

Strong problem solving, analytical, communication and presentation skills.

Excellent judgment.

Well organized and confidence to work independently.

Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.

Ability to present facts and recommendations effectively in oral and written form.

Excels in a team-oriented work environment and strong, flexible team orientation.

Exhibits a strong work ethic and accountability to deadlines and business needs.

Ability to support a 24x7x365 organization with flexibility around off hours emergencies or responses to employees / managers on swing and night shifts.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

Travel required is expected to be up to 15% but may increase over time as the business evolves.

Physical Demands and Special Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to handle, or feel objects;

reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop or kneel; talk and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and / or move up to 25 pounds.

Additional Details

Salary Range : Santa Clara, CA approximate range $ 120K-130K base + bonus Denver CO approximate range $ 105-125K base + Bonus (these ranges are approximate given market data and may vary in other locations and may vary pending experience)

This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including your qualifications, skills, competencies, and experience and may fall outside of the range shown.

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We operate with No Ego and No Arrogance. We work to build each other up and support one another, appreciating each other’s strengths and respecting each other’s weaknesses.

We find joy in our work and each other, actively seeking opportunities to inject fun into what we do. Our hard and efficient work is rewarded with an above market total compensation package.

We offer a comprehensive suite of health and welfare, retirement, and paid leave benefits exceeding local expectations.

Throughout the year, the advantage of being part of the Vantage team is evident with an array of benefits, recognition, training and development, and the knowledge that your contribution adds value to the company and our community.

Don't meet all the requirements? Please still apply if you think you are the right person for the position. We are always keen to speak to people who connect with our mission and values.

Vantage Data Centers is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Vantage Data Centers does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firm agencies. Fees will not be paid in the event a candidate submitted by a recruiter without an agreement in place is hired;

such resumes will be deemed the sole property of Vantage Data Centers.