People Business Partner, Tinder
$120-130k
2 days a week in office (Palo Alto, CA)
Swipe-based dating app
Be an early applicant
Swipe-based dating app
501-1000 employees
Be an early applicant
$120-130k
2 days a week in office (Palo Alto, CA)
501-1000 employees
Company mission
To power and inspire realconnectionsby making meeting easy and fun for every new generation of singles.
Role
Who you are
- This role requires a strong understanding of People best practices, the unique dynamics of engineering teams, and the ability to build effective partnerships with stakeholders across the organization
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 2-3 years of experience in HR, with at least 1 year in a business partner or generalist role
- Strong knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and employment regulations
- Proven experience in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization
- Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and maintain confidentiality
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with HRIS and other HR-related software is preferred
What the job involves
- The People Business Partner (People BP) will be a key member of the People team, providing strategic and operational People support to assigned departments, with a particular emphasis on supporting the engineering team
- The People BP works closely with engineering leaders to align People initiatives with business objectives, driving organizational effectiveness, talent management, and employee engagement
- Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with department leaders to understand their business goals and challenges, providing HR guidance and solutions that support the achievement of those objectives
- Talent Management: Partner with leaders to identify talent needs, facilitate succession planning, and support performance management processes to drive employee development and retention
- Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR-related matters, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and employee engagement
- Organizational Development: Assist in the design and implementation of organizational changes, including restructures, mergers, and other initiatives that impact people and culture
- Workforce Planning: Work with department leaders to assess workforce needs and develop strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent
- Change Management: Support change management initiatives by advising leaders on best practices for communication, employee involvement, and minimizing disruption during transitions
- Compliance and Policy Management: Ensure that HR policies and practices are consistently applied and comply with local, state, and federal regulations. Provide guidance on employee handbooks, contracts, and other legal documents
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Advocate for and implement DE&I initiatives within the department, ensuring that HR practices promote a diverse and inclusive workplace
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decisions, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement in HR practices
Our take
In today's society, online communication is rapidly replacing face-to-face interaction across various aspects of life, including professional, platonic, and even romantic relationships. Dating apps like Tinder, with their quick sing-ups and swipe-based interface, have revolutionized the way people connect.
Tinder's innovative approach has significantly reduced the social stigma associated with online dating. This, coupled with the global rise of smartphones, has created a strong tailwind for the app. However, Tinder faces new challenges from competitors like Hinge, Bumble, and Thursday, who all capitalize on similar "swipe-based" mechanics, potentially attracting users away from the platform.
To address this, Tinder is actively seeking ways to reinvent its core product. The company is exploring the development of "Tinderverse", a shared virtual reality experience. Additionally, it is testing "Tinder Coins", an in-app currency earned through positive user behavior, allowing access to premium features. These initiatives demonstrate Tinder's commitment to remaining at the forefront of the ever-evolving online dating landscape.
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Some candidates hear
back within 2 weeks
42% female employees
-8% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Mind & Body: Take care of yourself with benefits to keep you physically and mentally healthy.
- Company Perks: As winners of Comparably’s 2022 Best Company Perks and Benefits Award, we’re proud to say we provide perks that make a difference
- Life @ Tinder: We support each other— from informal check-ins to snacks + catered lunches at HQ to the flexibility to take time off when you need it
Company values
- We prioritize member safety: At Tinder, our top priority is to build an authentic, equitable, and respectful community
- We strive to build a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of our members: The best thing about Tinder is that it caters to lots of differnt people and many different types of interactions
- We encourage authenticity to nurture a trustworthy, collaborative environment: We're honest and open in all we do. Our humanity inspires us to be real with one another and to stay true to who we are, so we can feel confident interacting and collaborating with others
- We never stand still. We're inspired to build for what's next: We must constantly innovate, experiment, and learn. We strive to set a higher standard for our products, our teams, and ourselves. We eagerly seek, accept, and give feedback with cando and kindness so we can continue to grow personally and professionally
- We champion and rally behind big ideas: We empower people to think and act differently, and to be unafraid to have a strong point of view. We’re willing to risk being wrong so that we can figure out what’s right. If we aren’t creating things that make us a little bit uncomfortable, then we likely won’t make a dent in the universe
Company HQ
Sunset Strip, West Hollywood, CA
Articles
Leadership
Jonathan Badeen
(Co-Founder)Previously Director of Design at Casting Networks before starting Tinder in 2012. Served as the Chief Strategy Officer at Tinder from 2016 to 2022.
Sean Rad
(Co-Founder)Received an honorary degree from the University of Southern California Marshall School of Business. Founder of Rad Fund.
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