People Consultant
Stripe · Chicago · 6515 People Consultants · listed May 4, 2026
The shape of it
Seniority
Mid level
Experience asked
3–8 years
Where
Not stated
Requirements listed
6
Length
705 words
In the posting’s own words
One of the key drivers to our success is a committed and rigorous emphasis on our people. We believe that our competitive advantage lies in our talent and that we can build a sustainable advantage by attracting, enabling, and cultivating the world's most exceptional people to do the very best work of their careers.
What it asks for · 6
- 4–8 years of HR experience, including at least 3 years in a client-facing HR role (e.g., HR Generalist, HR Business Partner, and Employee Relations partner), or equivalent experience in a business-facing role
- Direct Manager Support: Demonstrated experience independently advising and coaching managers at varying levels on performance management, employee relations, and team culture
- Legal Knowledge: Working knowledge of employment legislation and practices in the United States, including experience working with legal counsel on complex employee matters
- Analytical Skills: Strong ability to diagnose problems using data and develop viable solutions
- Continuous Improvement: Actively seek ways to improve processes and demonstrate initiative to gain support for and implement changes that deliver positive impact
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to communicate clearly and credibly with managers at all levels
Also a plus
- Fast-Paced Environment: Experience working in a rapidly growing technology company or large organization
- AI Fluency: Knowledge and application of AI tools
- Canadian Employment Practices: Knowledge of employment legislation and practices in Canada
- Project Management: Proven project management skills with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively and deliver outcomes on schedule
- Facilitation Skills: Experience facilitating team effectiveness workshops with management teams
What the job covers
- Manager Coaching: Provide targeted coaching and consulting to managers at various levels to support their growth and effectiveness across a wide range of people-related topics, including performance management, career development, conflict resolution, and navigating organizational change
- HR Policy Expertise: Act as a subject matter expert on a range of HR policies and processes to support managers and employees
- Legal and Compliance: Work with legal counsel and external consultants to address complex issues and ensure compliance with labor regulations
- People Programs: Support key talent management initiatives such as annual cyclical programs, performance management, workforce reviews, and employee listening to ensure smooth and timely execution
- Reorganization Support: Guide and advise on change management and communications for team restructuring efforts
- Data and Insights: Analyze people and process data and trends to identify gaps in processes, policies, employee experience, or team dynamics
- User Focus: Ensure excellent employee experiences through key life-cycle stages, including onboarding and departure processes
- Lead with Empathy: Foster a culture of humility, optimism, belonging, and inclusivity
Tools and skills named
Ways of working
- Mentorship4×
- Cross-functional
Operations & finance
- Project management2×
Go to market
- Partnerships
Words the posting leans on
- managers11×
- experience10×
- management9×
- people9×
- support8×
- change4×
- coaching4×
- consultant4×
- culture4×
- knowledge4×
- legal4×
- performance management4×
- processes4×
- requirements4×
- skills4×
- communication3×
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