Role in brief
Cohere, an AI company, seeks an HR Business Partner to support various teams. This role focuses on organizational design, manager coaching, and employee engagement in a fast-paced, globally distributed environment. Candidates with prior HRBP experience in high-growth companies and strong communication skills should apply.
About the role
This HR Business Partner role at Cohere involves shaping organizational growth by focusing on team effectiveness and leadership development. The position requires driving initiatives related to performance management, talent discussions, and succession planning. A key part of the work will be enhancing employee engagement and retention within a dynamic AI company.
The successful candidate will contribute to the ongoing development of the People function. This includes working with various business functions such as Finance, Legal, and Go-to-Market teams. The role operates within a company that builds cutting-edge AI models and products, aiming to solve real-world business problems for enterprises.
Success in this role means effectively partnering with globally distributed teams and thriving in an async work environment. The company emphasizes a passion for craft and a commitment to increasing the capabilities of its AI models. The HRBP will support a diverse team of researchers, engineers, and designers, contributing to the widespread adoption of AI.
The salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $150,000 USD.
Who this role suits
- Someone with several years of HRBP or People Partner experience in a fast-paced setting.
- An individual who has previously supported globally distributed organizations.
- A professional with experience in startup, scale-up, or other high-growth company environments.
- A strong written communicator who excels in asynchronous work models and is eager to take on increasing ownership.
From the employer
YOU'LL HELP DRIVE:
- Organizational design and team effectiveness
- Manager coaching and leadership capability
- Performance, talent, and succession discussions
- Employee engagement and retention
- The continued evolution of our People function
WE'RE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO:
- Has several years of HRBP or People Partner experience in a fast-paced environment
- Has partnered with business functions such as Finance, Legal, People, Go-to-Market, or other corporate organizations
- Has experience in startup, scale-up, or other high-growth companies
- Has supported globally distributed organizations
- Is an exceptional written communicator who thrives in async environments
- Is excited to learn, grow, and take on increasing ownership over time
FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES AT COHERE ENJOY THESE PERKS:
- A weekly lunch stipend of $75/£75 or equivalent in your local currency for lunch.
- Full health and dental benefits, including a separate budget for mental health.
- RRSP matching, 401K, Pension Scheme.
- 100% Parental Leave top-up for up to 6 months, for either parent.
- Annual enrichment benefits:
- Arts & culture, fitness/wellness, quality time, and a workspace improvement credit.
- Education & learning stipend for conferences, courses, and coaching.
- 6 weeks of paid vacation (30 working days!)
- Budget for traveling to other offices if you are remote, plus an annual company offsite.
Questions about this role
What kind of experience is Cohere looking for in this role?
Cohere is seeking candidates with several years of HR Business Partner or People Partner experience, particularly in fast-paced, high-growth companies that have supported globally distributed organizations.
What are the key responsibilities of this HR Business Partner role?
Key responsibilities include driving organizational design, manager coaching, performance and talent discussions, employee engagement and retention, and the evolution of the People function.
How does Cohere support remote employees?
Cohere offers a weekly lunch stipend, comprehensive health and dental benefits, parental leave, annual enrichment benefits for arts, wellness, and learning, and a budget for traveling to other offices and an annual company offsite.