People Business Partner Lead

Who we are:

Tinuiti is the largest independent full-funnel marketing agency in the U.S. across the media that matters most, with $4 billion in digital media under management and more than 1,200 employees. Built for marketers who demand growth and accountability, Tinuiti unites media and measurement under one roof to eliminate waste—the biggest growth killer of all—and scale what works. Its proprietary technology, Bliss Point by Tinuiti, reveals the truth around growth and waste, and how to capitalize on it. With expert teams across Commerce, Search, Social, TV & Audio, and more, Tinuiti delivers measurable results with brutal simplicity: Love Growth. Hate Waste.

We support 100% remote work for this role!

We’d love to hear from you if:

Research shows that while men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalized folks tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you qualify, but don't necessarily meet every single point on the job description, please still get in touch.

As a People Business Partner Lead you will operate as a strategic consultant and trusted advisor to business leaders, translating business objectives into people strategies that drive organizational performance and transformation. You sit at the frontline of talent strategy, bridging the gap between HR expertise and business needs while solving complex workforce challenges through data-driven insights, consultative problem-solving, and change leadership. This is a senior level individual contributor role with significant influence but no direct reports. 

Employee-Centric

• Champion a culture of excellence by driving initiatives that elevate performance, engagement, and retention across the organization

• Provide expert guidance on change management strategies that ensure smooth transitions, employee engagement, and sustained performance during periods of significant change

• Advise and coach managers on leadership best practices, team performance optimization, and people management strategies to improve leadership effectiveness

• Oversee the most complex and sensitive employee relations issues, including large-scale reorganizations, while maintaining fairness and organizational integrity

• Identify training needs and collaborate with Learning & Development to design and deliver programs that enhance employee capabilities and address skill gaps

Data & Technology Led

• Continuously assess the effectiveness of HR programs and make data-driven recommendations for improvements that drive business outcomes

• Leverage custom dashboards to analyze HR metrics and workforce data including turnover rates, diversity metrics, engagement scores, and performance trends to identify risks and opportunities

• Provide actionable insights and data-driven recommendations that support business planning and strategic HR decision-making

• Interpret workforce and performance data to inform HR initiatives and ensure alignment with business outcomes

Tinuiti Way (Functional Excellence) 

• Serve as a senior advisor to cross-functional leaders, ensuring the alignment of HR strategies with business objectives and leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects that drive organizational transformation

• Contribute to the design, and own implementation and continuous improvement of HR systems and programs that scale with the organization, such as compensation plans, performance management frameworks, and benefits programs in partnership with COE leads

• Collaborate with legal counsel to navigate complex compliance issues, mitigate risks, and protect the organization's interests while maintaining expert-level knowledge of employment law

• Partner with business leaders to translate business objectives into HR strategies and initiatives that enhance organizational performance

• Support and lead organizational change initiatives as a change agent, ensuring smooth transitions, managing resistance, and securing employee buy-in

Owner Mindset 

• Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to executive leadership, shaping human capital strategies that drive long-term business goals

• Maintain an expert-level understanding of the business units you support, including their strategic objectives, operational challenges, and competitive landscape; utilize this knowledge to anticipate needs, influence decision-making, and drive HR strategies that support business growth and innovation

• Proactively identify emerging trends and challenges, and develop innovative, scalable solutions that position the organization for future success

Professional & Technical Qualifications

• 7-10 years of experience within an HR function, with 5+ years as a Business Partner

• Experience in high-growth, fast-paced environments (agency, consulting, tech, or professional services preferred)

• Demonstrated ability to align HR initiatives with long-term business goals and drive impactful, enterprise-wide outcomes.

• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels, including C-suite executives.

• Highly collaborative and adept at working in a matrixed environment, with a strong ability to drive consensus and align diverse teams toward common goals.

• Action-oriented and proactive problem solver with a high degree of initiative, resourcefulness, and creativity in addressing challenges

• Analytical mindset with a strong ability to leverage data and insights to inform decisions and strategic recommendations.

• Culture leader who embodies the company’s values and serves as a role model for others, driving a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The hiring salary range for this role is $115,000 - $135,000 plus a discretionary performance bonus. Hiring salaries are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, parity with other team members, and alignment with market data. We will provide more information on our benefits, incentive pay,  and equity upon request. Disclosure as required by the Colorado Equal Pay for > Equal Work Act, C.R.S. § 8-5-101 et seq. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Benefits:

Unlimited PTO: At Tinuiti, we believe you deserve time to rest, recharge, and enjoy life unplugged. When you prioritize time for yourself, you're able to bring your best self to work. That’s why we offer unlimited paid time off, a fully remote environment, and flexibility to take the time you need, when you need it. On top of that, we provide 20 paid holidays, including multiple long weekends, to ensure you have dedicated time to step away and disconnect. We're proud to offer above-industry standard work-life balance, consistently rated as one of the most loved benefits by Tinuitians year after year.

Healthcare: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, Flex Spending Accounts

Retirement: Match up to 4% of your contributions at 100%

Perks and Wellness: Fringe, Forma, Unlimited Telemedicine and Teletherapy available at no cost, Thankful giving, Equity

Parental Leave: Birthing parents receive 16 weeks of leave with 100% pay (partners 12 weeks) after the birth or adoption of a child.

Learning and Development: On-demand learning, mentorship program, leadership and management development programs and resources

Disclaimer: This description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this position. The actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. Tinuiti is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.