People Business Partner

Join our dynamic team of People Business Partners (PBPs) where you’ll have the unique opportunity to work across diverse areas of the business without being tied to a single leader or function. In this agile role, you'll focus on delivering key people projects. This will cover a range of projects including organizational change, core cyclical people processes, and support global projects and targeted problem solving. The role will provide consultancy support to managers/directors and regional/US expertise to embed global people initiatives.

This PBP role is a rare opportunity for someone with 5 years experience as a Senior HR Generalist whose partnered with business leaders (Managers, Directors) or early in their PBP career. If you're ready to develop your career, are energized by quickly building trust and relationships, and navigating ambiguity by asking the right questions this role is for you.

Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week of in-office collaboration from our Atlanta office (Ponce City Market)

Minimum Qualifications - Is this you?

• 4 years of solid experience as senior HR generalist supporting people leaders (managers, directors) OR 1-2 years as a HR/People Business Partner.
• Your HR experience is within a large, private-sector organizations (technology, professional or financial services or other corporate environments)
• You've provided consultative advisory support to the manager or director level.
• Agility and influence: You thrive in grey zones, and have partnered with leaders, and are adapt to shifting priorities with ease.
• Project expertise: You have a track record of managing iniatives and projects, collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Relationship builder: You create trust quickly and maintain strong partnerships.
• Consultative mindset: You advise, guide and coach to achieve meaningful outcomes, knowing when to challenge and when to lean in.
• Problem-solving skills: You turn complex data into actionable insights and solutions that drive results.

Why Join Sage?

Sage empowers small to medium-sized businesses, the backbone of our economies, to succeed with AI-powered Accounting, Payroll and People software. Knowing that 6M of our global customers depend on our solutions, motivates us to keep innovating so they keep growing. Sage Copilot is a prime example.

As part of a global software company, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career, expand your international network, and collaborate with a diverse, global HR/People team. Guided by our mantra and core values—"Do the right thing": Human, Trust, Bold, and Simplify—we foster a supportive and inclusive environment where you can thrive professionally and personally. What sets Sage apart is our commitment to your development, offering flexibility through hybrid working and prioritizing your professional growth. Plus, Sage is passionate about making a difference, providing all employees 40 paid volunteer hours annually through the Sage Foundation to give back to communities and create a positive impact: https://www.sage.com/en-gb/company/sage-foundation/

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Director-level PBPs, Centers of Excellence (CoEs), and business leaders to deliver people-focused initiatives, including:

• Performance and talent management, workforce planning, organizational design, and resolving ad-hoc issues.
• Supporting global initiatives by promoting adoption and ensuring alignment with local and functional needs.
• Advising managers and directors on headcount management, engagement planning, and talent/succession planning.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with People Leadership and the broader People Team to ensure effective planning and delivery.

Benefits? We have plenty.

• Competitive annual bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement match (100% matching up to 4%)
• 32 days paid time off (22 personal days & 10 national holidays)
• 18 weeks of paid parental leave (offered 1 year after the start date)
• Work Away Program: Opportunity to work & play for 10 weeks from another country (Sage-approved list)
• Sage Foundation: 5 days paid yearly to volunteer
• $5,250 tuition reimbursement per calendar year starting 6 months after the hire date
• Sage Wellness Rewards Program ($600 wellness credit and $360 fitness reimbursement annually)