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Senior Human Resources Business Partner - Sales

Appian Corporation
Location
McLean, Virginia
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Human Resources
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field
  • 7+ years of progressive HR Business Partner experience supporting complex organizations
  • Demonstrated expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and change management within fast-paced environments
  • Proven ability to leverage data analysis and workforce analytics to inform talent decisions and business strategy
  • Deep experience developing and executing talent strategies including succession planning, leadership development, and performance management
  • Strong executive coaching and consulting skills with ability to influence senior leaders and drive organizational outcomes
Nice to have
  • MBA or advanced degree in Human Resources, Organizational Development, or Business Administration
  • Proven track record supporting Sales organizations in high-growth SaaS or enterprise technology companies
  • Experience with enterprise platforms such as Salesforce or ServiceNow
What the job really is

As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner at Appian, you will work closely with Sales executives to design organizational structures and workforce plans that support growth targets. Your role will involve leading talent strategy initiatives, executing change management programs, and driving data-driven insights to inform executive decision-making. You will also advise on compensation and build scalable HR frameworks to enhance performance across global sales teams.

Benefits
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Flexible time off
  • Paid parental leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
Things to weigh
  • Base salary range is quite broad ($100,000 - $200,000) and depends on various factors
  • Role involves significant responsibility in shaping talent strategy at the executive level, which may be challenging
  • Fast-paced environment may require adaptability and resilience
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