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Sr. Director, HR Business Partner

OpenGov· People
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US | Illinois | Chicago$200k - $246kFull-timePosted 4d ago

About the role

Strategic HR leader partnering with executives to translate business goals into people strategy, shaping employee engagement, performance, and talent planning in a fast-growing OpenGov environment.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a strategic partner to leaders, helping them achieve business results while strengthening team performance, culture, and retention
  • Develop and drive HR programs and initiatives across performance management, compensation, employee development, and succession planning
  • Coach leaders to build strong performance management capability, including delivering effective feedback and addressing issues directly
  • Lead organizational design, re-org, and change management efforts, including acquisition integration work
  • Champion an AI-native culture within the Pune HR team and across the business, redesigning how teams work
  • Analyze people trends and metrics to identify opportunities and shape people strategy, programs, and policy
  • Assist in building and deliver training and development content across the company, creating tailored paths for client groups
  • Partner with Legal and HR Centers of Excellence to ensure consistent, compliant HR practice across the organization
  • Act as a champion and advocate for OpenGov's culture and values at every level of the company

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field, or equivalent work experience
  • 12+ years of progressive HR experience, including significant experience advising senior and executive leadership
  • Strong knowledge of HR operational practice, including employee relations, compensation, leave management, and employment law
  • Exceptional judgment and communication skills, with the ability to navigate difficult conversations and push back when needed
  • Excellent priority setting and project/time management skills with the flexibility and adaptability to respond to shifting business needs
  • High professional standards and a strong customer experience mentality with an energetic, positive attitude can quickly build partnerships, relationships, and trust
  • Experience using AI-native tools to accelerate workflows and improve efficiency
  • Experience scaling HR functions in a high-growth environment preferred
  • Proficiency with HRIS, engagement survey tools, and performance management systems

Skills

Required:HR strategy with executive advisoryPerformance managementOrganizational design and change management

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare options for individuals and families
  • Flexible vacation policy and paid company holidays
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid parental leave, wellness stipends, and HSA contributions
  • Professional development and growth opportunities
  • A collaborative office environment with weekly catered lunches
Last updated Oct 22, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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