Act as a trusted advisor to executives across R&D.
Anticipate organizational needs, connect people strategy to business outcomes, and challenge assumptions through evidence and insight.
Lead performance management and talent review processes with rigor and fairness.
Coach leaders to recognize and reward top performance, address underperformance, and build high-performing, inclusive teams.
Partner with leaders to design scalable org structures, strengthen alignment, and enable growth.
Use workforce analytics and org design principles to optimize spans, layers, and team health.
Build trusted relationships with executives and managers, providing candid, actionable feedback.
Leverage people data to identify trends, diagnose root causes, and drive measurable improvements.
Lead complex, cross-functional people initiatives end-to-end from scoping to execution.

You are based in New York or San Francisco
You have 10+ years of progressive HRBP experience, including supporting executives in high-growth or scaling environments.
You are a strategic operator who can anticipate organizational needs, shape people strategies, and influence through credibility and insight.
You are data-driven, using qualitative and quantitative insights to inform decision-making, program design, and measurement of impact.
You are a trusted coach and advisor, capable of balancing candor and empathy while influencing at all levels.
You have deep expertise in org design, performance management, and leadership development.
You thrive in fast-paced, high-growth settings where agility, sound judgment, and ownership are essential.
You model Headway’s cultural principles and uphold our Olympic-level performance standard, driving clarity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Equity Compensation
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
HSA / FSA
401K
Work-from-Home Stipend
Therapy Reimbursement
16-week parental leave for eligible employees
Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement and membership
13 paid holidays each year as well as a Holiday Break during the week between December 25th and December 31st
Flexible PTO
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Training and professional development

Senior HR Business Partner – R&D

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