HR Business Partner

About us

At Auctane, we are united by a passion to help sellers - wherever they are, however they operate - fulfill the promises they make to consumers. The Auctane mission is to fuel commerce through exceptional delivery. We make it possible for businesses to meet the ever rising expectations of their customers, and we make the world smaller and more accessible to consumers everywhere. Auctane brands enable hundreds of thousands of merchants to annually deliver billions of products - over $200 billion worth - to customers around the globe. And Auctane is just getting started.

Auctane is a team of shipping and software experts with a passion for helping merchants move their ideas, dreams and innovations around the globe. The Auctane family includes ShipStation, Stamps.com, ShipEngine, Endicia, Metapack, GlobalPost, Packlink, and Return Rabbit. Our partners include Amazon, UPS, USPS, eBay, BigCommerce, Shopify, WooCommerce, and Walmart.

Our values

Win as One. Delight Customers. Deliver Great Outcomes.

About the role

The HR Business Partner (HRBPs) are responsible for strategically partnering with Auctane's senior leaders on a range of matters, acting as a single point of contact for the functions they partner with. We provide value-added service to our employees that reflects our business objectives to ensure our strategies around talent attraction, retention and development are timely and effective.

This position is hybrid (3 days per week in office) and is located in Austin, Texas.

About the team

The Global People Team at Auctane is dedicated to serving the needs of the business and the team members who keep it running. As a team, we work across employee relations, talent acquisition, HR operations, talent management, health and welfare benefits, HRIS, compensation, worker's compensation, performance management, learning and development, and project management. Though we're a fast-moving team with a lot of responsibilities, we work together to ensure that every aspect of an employee's experience is thoughtfully considered and weighed against the values of the organization. We support five offices located in Poland, Spain, UK, Australia, and the USA.

What will you be doing?

• Use your strong business acumen and talent management skills to work with, advise, and consult the functional leaders, providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Guide leadership through Talent Management programs, cycles, policies, and philosophy such as performance and pay planning
• Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, succession planning and M&A
• Manage and resolves complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.
• Provides day-to-day performance management guidance to line management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Provides HR policy guidance and interpretation.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What are we looking for?

• 5+ years of human resources experience in multinational companies (technology company preferred)
• 2+ years partnering with a business unit or functional area (software, sales or engineering strongly preferred)
• Strong track record of building credibility with executives & managers
• Strong background of working across multiple human resource disciplines, including: compensation, employee relations, talent development, performance management, and employment law in a variety of states &/or countries
• High agility by embracing innovative ideas, being comfortable with iterative ways of working, synthesizing a wide range of information, and possessing the ability to navigate multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to advise and influence executive leaders and their teams on sensitive topics
• Proficient in organizational design, team effectiveness, change management and communication planning
• Strong understanding of risk and risk management in a variety of employment matters
• Demonstrated collaboration skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

What will make you stand out?

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) or SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) preferred

The Tech

• G-suite
• Asana, Lattice
• Pave, Radford, ADP

What do we offer?

• We are a hybrid company. All team members at Auctane in Austin come into the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
• Take the reins of your time off with our Flex Time Off policy - because work-life balance should always be in your hands!
• We offer 12 paid holidays for all of our US employees!
• 401k employer matching program - because your future deserves a friendly boost!
• We conduct annual merit reviews to recognize and reward your hard work and achievements.
• Company events, we work hard, play hard! We do our best every day, even at our regular team-building events.
• Attractive office space in the heart of central Austin, Texas (free drinks, snacks...).
• Indulge in weekly catered lunches at our office - a delicious perk to fuel your work.
• Health and Wellness: The well-being of our team is super important to us. Choose from different options that include medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Fitness center in the office with Tonal Mirrors, Pelotons, free weights, etc.
• Employee Assistance Program. We offer up to 8 free mental health sessions.
• We offer gym discounts to help you stay fit and healthy!
• We offer education reimbursement to all employees, ensuring that you can pursue your educational goals while excelling in your career with us. Invest in your future and let us support your growth every step of the way.
• Employee Referral Program! We reward employees helping us find top talent!
• An inclusive, casual and upbeat work environment. The personality and opinions of each of our team members are important and valid; we aim to offer all employees a safe environment where they can be themselves and thrive.

Additional Position Duties: (The following is a list of what all employees, except those with medical accommodation, may be regularly required to do.)

• Sit for prolonged periods of time
• Utilize wrist and hands for a prolonged period of time
• Walk short distances
• Stand for short periods
• Speaking and conversing with others
• Lift up to 25lbs without assistance up to chest height

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