Grand Circle Corporation · 20 hours ago
People & Culture Business Partner- Tech & Marketing
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$120K/yr - $140K/yr
8+ years expGrand Circle Corporation is the leader in international travel, adventure, and discovery for Americans aged 50+. They are seeking a People & Culture (P&C) Business Partner to support their Technology and Marketing teams, collaborating with leaders to design and implement human capital strategies that enhance team performance and organizational culture.
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Responsibilities
Partner with Technology and Marketing leadership to develop and execute people strategies that advance business goals and drive functional excellence
Advise leaders on organizational design, workforce planning, talent deployment, onboarding, and team optimization
Align P&C initiatives with functional priorities, ensuring a cohesive people strategy across two diverse but interconnected teams
Collaborate with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to define talent needs and support recruitment for specialized and technical roles
Facilitate succession planning, capability assessments, and development strategies for technical, creative, and leadership roles
Partner with leaders to strengthen performance management processes, including goal-setting, career pathing, and coaching
Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations issues, ensuring fairness, consistency, and adherence to company policies
Support culture, engagement, and change‑management initiatives within Technology and Marketing
Coach managers on performance challenges, workplace dynamics, and communication approaches
Promote employee engagement across distributed, hybrid, and remote team environments
Implement and reinforce P&C programs, policies, and practices across Technology and Marketing departments
Ensure compliance with employment laws, company guidelines, and industry best practices
Provide guidance on compensation structures for technical and creative roles, working closely with P&C leadership
Use workforce data, KPIs, and analytics to identify trends, diagnose risks, and recommend solutions that improve performance, retention, and organizational health
Prepare regular reporting on P&C activities, insights, and business impact
Identify skills gaps, training needs, and professional development opportunities aligned with Technology and Marketing objectives
Partner with Learning & Development to design and deploy training programs that strengthen leadership capabilities, technical skills, and team collaboration
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, or related field
8–10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 4 years as an HR Business Partner supporting dynamic, technical, or creative functions
Experience partnering with remote and hybrid teams required
Candidates must be located in MA, NH, or RI to be able to be on-site in our Boston office 3 days per week
Strong relationship‑building and consultation skills across all levels
Excellent communication, influencing, and conflict‑resolution capabilities
Deep knowledge of employment laws, HR best practices, and organizational design principles
Comfort working in fast‑paced, evolving environments with technical and creative teams
Proficiency in HR technologies, analytics, and data‑driven decision‑making
Commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
Preferred
Master's degree or HR certification (SHRM‑SCP, SPHR, etc.)
Experience supporting Technology, Marketing, Digital, or related functional areas strongly preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive and heavily subsidized medical, dental, and vision plans, plus on-site gym access, holistic wellness sessions, and group fitness classes
Substantial Paid Time Off (PTO), and 11 paid holidays- including Juneteenth, Memorial Day, and Labor Day – and Summer Fridays. Plus- extensive parental leave, with up to 12-16 weeks paid leave at 100% base salary.
50% off our trips for you and a companion, 25% for additional immediate family members, and exclusive quarterly associate travel deals
401(k) with company match, life insurance, and disability coverage
Tuition assistance for both professional and personal development, opportunities for professional development through oversees travel, and direct access to Pinnacle Leadership & Team Development.
Commuter benefits, FSA options, pet insurance, home & auto discounts, and paid volunteer time off to give back to the community
Company
Grand Circle Corporation
Grand Circle Corporation is a travel agency specializing in small ship and river cruising trips.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brian FitzGerald
Chief Executive Officer
Anthony Bissanti
Senior Vice President Finance
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