Senior HR Business Partner

Impinj is a leading RAIN RFID provider and Internet of Things pioneer. We’re inventing ways to connect every thing to the Internet — including retail apparel, retail general merchandise, healthcare items, automobile parts, airline baggage, food and much more. With more than 100 billion items connected to date, and multiple Fortune 500 enterprises around the world using our platform, we solve for a better understanding of our world. If it’s a thing, we’re working to connect it. Join Impinj and help us realize our vision of a boundless IoT— connecting trillions of everyday items to the Internet. 

Overview:

Our HR team is committed to delivering valuable programs to management and employees that reflect the strategic objectives of the organization. We are looking for an experienced Sr. HR Business Partner to implement our philosophy of what it means to be a true partner to our people and teams. This role requires outstanding communication and strong people skills at all levels throughout the organization, as well as outstanding critical thinking skills. Reporting to the SVP of Human Resources, our HR business partners, work with teams on a variety of topics. The ideal candidate resides in Seattle to be able to partner face-to-face with team members out of our Company headquarters. We are a hybrid team who works out of our Seattle offices a minimum of two days each week. 

What you will do:

• Meet frequently with respective partner teams; serve as a coach and consultant by providing HR guidance through all aspects of the employee life cycle (e.g., coaching, performance enablement, rewards and recognition, career development, disciplinary actions).
• Develop and implement various HR programs to support the HR team’s annual objectives.
• Understand business challenges and offer ideas to our HR strategy with a keen awareness of interdisciplinary impacts; make suggestions to progress and refine initiatives.
• Partner to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues with thorough, effective and objective investigations; keeping key stakeholders informed; make recommendations to SVP, HR and management for resolution.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring compliance. Partners with internal/external counsel as needed or required.
• Serve as a resource to other HR & Recruiting team members on keys subjects critical to the HR & Recruiting team’s success.
• Serve as a guide and coach to other HR team members to develop and launch programs that drive cultural change, improve employee engagement, and drive operational effectiveness.
• Participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success.
• Communicates HR and employment law policies and interprets guidance for employees and managers.

What you will bring:

• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in Human Resources with at least 5 years’ prior experience managing employee engagement issues & opportunities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and partnership skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply guidelines, regulations, laws, policies, and collective bargaining agreements for a global workforce.
• Ability to acquire and articulate a strong understanding of the organization’s jobs, compensation practices, and workforce practices as a business partner to managers and leaders up to senior leadership.
• Excellent time management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines as well as hold key stakeholders accountable to critical deliverables and deadlines.
• SHRM-CP or PHR certification preferred.
• Global HR experience preferred.

Compensation & Benefits:

The benefits listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Impinj and the country where you work.

The typical base pay range for this role across the US is $99,000 - $151,000. Individual base pay depends on various factors such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties, requirements, and relevant experience and skills. Both market wage data and the mid-point of the pay range is reviewed and used as the starting point for all new hire offers. Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.

At Impinj certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, annual bonus and stock. These awards are allocated based on individual performance. In addition, certain roles also have the opportunity to earn sales incentives based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee’s role. US based employees have access to healthcare benefits; a 401(k) plan and company match among others.

For a more comprehensive list of US employment benefits, click here. 

US Export Controls:

This position has access to technologies or data subject to U.S. export control regulations. Under these laws, the release or transfer of export-controlled items or information to individuals who are not classified as "U.S. persons" (as defined by Immigration & Nationality Act) may require prior authorization from the U.S. government. We may require additional documentation related to national identity to determine whether an export compliance license is required for any export-controlled items. This information is requested solely for the purpose of complying with U.S. export control laws and will not be used for other purposes. Learn more about export compliance here.

Why work at Impinj:

Know you’re making a difference. Competitive benefits. Support for remote work or a desk with a view. Weekly Q&A sessions with our executive team. Impinj provides an environment that fosters openness and innovation and is developing technology that delivers a positive impact on the world. Collaboration and teamwork are highly valued, and accomplishments are duly celebrated. We have an open paid time-off policy paired with a respect for work/life balance. Our headquarters is located in Seattle with spectacular views of the Olympics, Lake Union, and Mt Baker, which can be enjoyed from our rooftop deck. Our Brazilian site is in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul state, at “Tecnopuc,” a technology park that offers a very nice workplace for the development of groundbreaking technologies. Impinj is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.