Employee Experience Partner

Why should I Apply:

At Sonar, we’re a group of brilliant, motivated, and driven professionals working hard to help organizations build responsible, secure, high-quality code quickly and systematically. We build solutions that don’t just solve symptoms of problems – we fix problems at the source – source code, to be specific.

We have a dynamic culture with employees worldwide and hub offices in the USA, Switzerland, the UK, Singapore, and Germany. We believe team members should have the opportunity to come to work every day, work on a product they are proud of, love what they do, and feel energized by their peers. With our roots deep in the open source community, we’re all about the mission: provide solutions that deliver Clean Code.

The impact you will have  

We are seeking a passionate and dynamic Employee Experience Partner to join our Learning, Growth, and Culture team. The Employee Experience Partner will play a pivotal role in shaping and nurturing our organizational culture, fostering employee engagement, and driving both learning and culture initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction, retention, and well-being.

On a daily basis, you will support the following areas:

Culture Development and Ambassador: 

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to define and cultivate a strong and positive organizational culture that aligns with our values, mission, and strategic objectives
• Identify and collaborate with change-makers across the organization to enhance employee buy-in and actively participate in initiatives that drive excellence

Change Management Support: 

• Provide change management support and guidance to leaders and teams during periods of organizational change, ensuring alignment with cultural values and minimizing disruption to employee engagement and morale
• In partnership with the Learning Specialist, create resources, toolkits, and enablement materials to assist employees during transitions, facilitating their adaptation to change
• Research and share industry best practices and innovative approaches to change management and employee experience to keep the organization competitive

Learning and Development: 

• Collaborate with the Learning Specialist to ensure culture and engagement initiatives are integrated into broader employee development programs
• Create and deliver communication and manage logistics surrounding trainings
• Update and maintain all tools used for learning (KnowB4, Deel)
• Conduct and facilitate New Joiner Orientation and departmental onboarding sessions
• Support the creation of career development pathways, training programs, and mentorship initiatives
• Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of employee experience and learning and development initiatives
• Analyze data and feedback to continuously improve programs 

Employee Recognition & Rewards:

• Develop and manage employee recognition programs that celebrate achievements and milestones.
• Collaborate with our compensation specialists to ensure the compensation and rewards structure aligns with the company’s goals, employee satisfaction, and business needs.

Retention & Exit Processes:

• Identify strategies to reduce turnover and improve employee retention.
• Oversee exit interviews and analyze data to understand reasons for employee departures and areas for improvement.

Communication and Branding: 

• Assist in drafting and executing communication plans related to HR projects and initiatives 
• Develop clear and engaging messaging that resonates with employees and fosters understanding and buy-in

Perform other duties as required to support the smooth operation of the department or organization, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in response to evolving needs and priorities.

The skills you will demonstrate

• Proven experience in corporate culture development, employee engagement, internal communications, or related areas, preferably in a tech or fast-paced corporate environment
• Strong understanding of organizational culture, employee engagement theories, and best practices, with a passion for creating positive employee experiences and driving organizational change
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills, with the ability to build relationships, inspire trust, and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders. 
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop innovative and impactful engagement initiatives that resonate with employees
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to collect, analyze, and interpret employee feedback and engagement data to inform decision-making and measure impact
• Project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment
• Act as a culture ambassador by embodying and promoting a positive attitude and fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Positivity is mandatory in all interactions and engagements with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders. 
• Must consistently be present in the office during designated working hours to facilitate collaboration and ensure efficient communication with team members. 
• Limited travel required; attendance at business-required events may be necessary, but travel is generally minimal and infrequent. 

Why you will love it here:

• Our culture and mission set us apart. We have a dynamic work culture that values respect and kindness – and embraces the right to fail (and get right back up again!). We believe that the best idea wins and everyone has a voice.

• We believe that great people make a great company. We value people skills as much as technical skills and strive to keep things friendly and laid-back while still being passionate leaders in our domains. Our 550+ SonarSourcers from 33 different nationalities can relate!

• We embrace work-life balance. It is important to maintain a healthy work-life balance. This is why we have a flexible work policy that includes remote and in-office hybrid work (minimum three days a week in the office - Monday/Tuesday/Thursday).

• We have a growth mindset. We love to learn and believe that continuous education is critical to our success. In an ever-changing industry, new skills are a must, and we're happy to help our team acquire them.

We prioritize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

At Sonar, we are a global workforce and recognize the value of different backgrounds, and global cultures.

We are committed to creating a diverse work environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

All offers of employment at Sonar are contingent upon the clear results of a comprehensive background check conducted prior to the start date.

Please note that applications submitted through agencies or third-party recruiters will not be considered.