Senior People Partner

As Senior People Partner at Roo, you will be a strategic partner to business leaders, driving organizational effectiveness through talent strategy, performance optimization, and leadership development. In this senior-level role, you'll own the employee relations function while leading enterprise-wide performance management initiatives. You'll work closely with executive leadership to understand business objectives and translate them into people-focused initiatives that enhance team performance and engagement.

Partner with business leaders to develop and execute people strategies aligned with business objectives

Provide strategic counsel to executives on organizational effectiveness and people-related decisions

Lead talent review processes and succession planning initiatives across the organization

Drive workforce planning initiatives and organizational design discussions

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on complex people matters

Own and lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of performance management frameworks that drive high performance across the organization

Develop and roll out leadership development programs and manager effectiveness initiatives

Lead calibration sessions and performance review cycles, ensuring consistency and fairness

Create and implement career pathing frameworks and growth opportunities within functions and org units

Design and facilitate performance coaching programs for managers and leaders

Analyze performance data and trends to identify opportunities for improvement and intervention

Own the employee relations function, serving as the primary point of escalation for complex and sensitive ER issues

Investigate and resolve workplace concerns, complaints, and conflicts with sound judgment and discretion

Develop and implement ER policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance and fairness

Partner with legal counsel on employment-related matters as needed

Lead engagement initiatives and action planning within business units

Drive DEI initiatives and foster an inclusive workplace culture

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Tier 1 Pay Range (examples: San Francisco, NYC)

$145,000 — $200,000 USD

Tier 2 Pay Range (examples: LA, Boston, Seattle, DC, San Diego, Chicago)

$130,000 — $180,000 USD

Tier 3 Pay Range (examples: Austin, Dallas, Portland, Denver, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Sacramento)

$125,000 — $170,000 USD

Tier 4 Pay Range (examples: Minneapolis, Miami, Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City)

$115,000 — $160,000 USD

Tier 5 Pay Range (examples: Madison, Birmingham, San Antonio, Spokane, Toronto)

$110,000 — $150,000 USD

Core Values

Our Core Values are what shape us as an organization and we're looking for people who exhibit the same values in their professional life; Bias to Urgency, Drive Measurable Impact, Seek Understanding, Solve Customer Problems and Have Fun!

What to expect from working at Roo!

Located in the US: For permanent, full time employees, we offer:

Accelerated growth & learning potential.

Stipends for home office setup, continuing education, and monthly wellness.

Comprehensive health benefits to fit your needs with base medical plan covered at 100% with optional premium buy up plans.

401K

Unlimited Paid Time Off.

Paid Maternity/Paternity and reproductive care leave.

Gifts on your birthday & anniversary.

Opportunity for domestic travel, including for regional team building events.

Located in Canada: For permanent, full time employees, we offer:

Comprehensive health benefits offered through Rippling EOR.

Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs) and Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) through Wealthsimple.

Overall, you would be part of a mission-driven company that will significantly empower the lives of all veterinary professionals and the health of the overall animal industry that seeks massive innovation.

We have diverse, passionate & driven team members from a variety of backgrounds, and Roo is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and candidates. We understand that your individual experience may not check every box but we still encourage you to apply even if you are not confident in every expectation listed.

Ready to join the Roo-volution?!