People Business Partner

Company at a Glance

OpenX is focused on unleashing the full economic potential of digital media companies. We do this by making digital advertising markets and technologies that are designed to deliver optimal value to publishers and advertisers on every ad served across all screens.

At OpenX, we have built a team that is uniquely experienced in designing and operating high-scale ad marketplaces, and we are constantly on the lookout for thoughtful, creative executors who are as fascinated as we are about finding new ways to apply a blend of market design, technical innovation, operational excellence, and empathetic partner service to the frontiers of digital advertising.

OpenX is a dynamic, global organization dedicated to fostering business growth by empowering employees with the skills, knowledge, and tools needed to thrive. We champion a growth mindset, prioritize the Voice of the Employee, and cultivate a culture of belonging through inclusive leadership and human-centered practices. Our mission is to design and deliver impactful talent experiences that build leadership pipelines, promote workplace equity, and enable personal and professional growth for all OpenX employees.

The People Business Partner drives employee engagement and professional growth through strategic and innovative talent initiatives with a strong emphasis on fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where every individual feels a sense of belonging. This role requires a deep passion for development, a proven ability to manage complex projects, and a balance of strategic foresight with hands-on execution. Reporting to the Director, People Business Partner, this role collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to implement talent programs that align with organizational objectives while advancing DEIB across all aspects of the employee lifecycle.

This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of OpenX’s workforce by empowering employees through transformative experiences and cultivating a culture of belonging where all individuals can thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Partnership: Serve as a key People Partner supporting various teams across multiple global locations to develop an understanding of business operations and objectives, ensuring people priorities and activities are strategically aligned with organizational needs and DEIB goals.
• Organizational Development: Partner with stakeholders to address employee and business needs, focusing on organizational design, change leadership, talent management and equitable access to opportunities. Support the design and delivery of targeted solutions emphasizing scale and growth, including strategic planning, talent assessment, change management, and team building.
• Workforce Planning: Provide strategic workforce planning by optimizing organizational design to increase productivity, foster inclusion and improve business performance.
• Coaching: Act as an executive coach for key clients and leaders, holding them accountable to inclusive leadership behaviors and fostering equitable team dynamics.
• Cultural Leadership: Lead with empathy and embody OpenX’s traits of being humble, driven, and smart. Actively promote a culture of belonging through human-centered practices, ensuring every interaction and decision reflects our commitment to workplace equity and the personal and professional growth for all employees. 
• Employee Development: Proactively assess team, manager, and organizational development needs, implementing solutions that support equitable career progression, inclusive leadership and a culture of belonging. Consult with managers and employees regarding career development, leadership, retention, and engagement to drive continuous improvement and growth.
• Employee Relations: Manage and resolve employee relations issues by conducting thorough and objective investigations and producing effective solutions. Provide counsel and guidance on complex employee matters.
• HR Expertise: Provide expertise in compensation, feedback, performance management, employee relations, development and coaching, and organizational development while upholding equitable and inclusive practices. Collaborate with the Talent Acquisition team on job offers and hiring needs, ensuring pay equity within supported areas.
• Process Improvement: Recommend, develop, and implement new HR processes as required to support business growth. Facilitate performance management and talent processes, including consulting with managers, data management and reporting, and technical support.
• Compliance: Review, interpret, and apply applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies in partnership with the People Operations and internal/external Legal teams.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, Organizational Effectiveness, or related fields. An equivalent combination of education and experience demonstrating the ability to perform the role may be considered. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in an HR/People Business Partner role, including experience with strategic consultation, change management, coaching, employee relations, compensation, performance management, talent planning, and learning and development. Experience advancing inclusive and equitable workplace practices and initiatives within an organization is highly valued.
• Strategic Mindset: Demonstrated ability to connect talent initiatives to broader business goals.
• Consulting Experience: Experience consulting in a complex, matrixed organization supporting multi-site operations. Demonstrated solid judgment and experience assessing risk relative to the business.
• HR Expertise: Solid experience with core HR domains, including performance management, organizational design, talent management, compensation, and employee relations with a DEIB focus.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong ethical standards, customer service orientation, and collaborative work style.
• Coaching and Facilitation: Effective coaching and facilitation skills with the ability to influence colleagues at all organizational levels to embrace inclusive practices and create belonging.
• Global Experience: Experience helping global and/or highly matrixed organizations scale while addressing the unique needs of diverse teams.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal, written, and visual communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into actionable talent solutions.
• Analytical Skills: Experience analyzing survey or program data and turning insights into actionable improvements. 
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with HRIS and talent management systems; proficiency in data analysis is a plus.
• Travel: Ability to travel up to 10% globally based on client needs.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills:

• Industry Experience: Experience in a technology organization or start-up, adtech experience is a deep advantage!

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, New York Fair Chance Act, and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the applicable regulation. 

OpenX is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. For applicants in New York, New Jersey, California, and Colorado, the base salary range is $125,000 - $145,000 per year + bonus + equity + benefits. A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. The salary range may differ in other states.

A summary of our benefits, which include medical, dental, vision, 401k, equity and more, can be viewed here: https://www.openx.com/company/careers/ A candidate’s salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, and certifications. 

OpenX VALUES

Our five company values form a solid bedrock serving to define us as a group and guide the company. Our values remind us that how we do things often matters as much as what we do.

WE ARE ONE

We are one team. There are no exceptions. We are a group of strong and diverse individuals unified by a shared mission. We embrace challenges and win together as a team. We respect and care about our colleagues and cultivate an inclusive culture

WE ARE CUSTOMER CENTRIC

We innovate on behalf of our customers. We understand, respect, and listen carefully to our customers. We build great products to solve our customers’ problems. We manage our customers’ expectations clearly and honestly. We are a trusted partner to all of our customers - we act with integrity at all times. We care.

OPENX IS OURS

We are all owners of OpenX

We all have a voice to improve OpenX

We stake our personal and professional reputations on the excellence of our work

We are not interested in just "doing our jobs"; we take ownership to drive results

WE ARE AN OPEN BOOK

We understand and respect what each of us does. We are eager to teach and share what we know with others, both internally and externally. We are eager to learn from others and we ask questions internally and externally. 

WE EVOLVE FAST

We take responsible risks and own and learn from our mistakes. We recognize and repeat success. We actively seek out and provide constructive feedback. We adapt quickly and embrace change. We tackle growth and learning with real urgency. We are endlessly curious.

OpenX TRAITS

Our three traits capture what makes a great team member at OpenX.

HUMBLE

Ideal team players are humble and demonstrate integrity. They put the team's success above their own, share credit generously, and value collective achievements. They are self-assured, open to coaching, and committed to continuous learning.

DRIVEN

Ideal team players are results-driven and motivated. They are curious, always seeking more to do, learn, and take on. As proactive problem-solvers, they take initiative without needing external motivation. They continuously think about the next steps and opportunities for improvement.

SMART

Ideal team players are smart and possess the intellectual acumen to understand the complexities of our organization and industry. They are interpersonally intelligent, good communicators, and exemplify sound judgment in their interactions across the company to foster a collaborative environment.

OpenX is committed to equal employment opportunities.

It is a fundamental principle at OpenX not to discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: age, race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, military or veteran status, marital status, gender identity/transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, and other protected characteristic as established by law.

OpenX Applicant Privacy Policy

Applicants can review our Applicant Privacy Policy at any time by visiting the following link: https://www.openx.com/privacy-center/applicant-privacy-policy/.

Effective Date: November 21, 2024