People Business Partner - Engineering, Product & Design

Why Harvey

Harvey is a secure AI platform for professionals in law, tax, and finance that augments productivity and automates complex workflows. Harvey uses algorithms with reasoning-adept LLMs that have been customized and developed by our expert team of lawyers, engineers and research scientists. We’ve found product market fit and are scaling our team very quickly. Some reasons to join Harvey are:

• Exceptional product market fit: We have partnered with the largest law firms and professional service providers in the world, including Paul Weiss, A&O Shearman, Ashurst, O'Melveny & Myers, PwC, KKR, and many others.
• Strategic investors: Raised over $200 million from strategic investors including Sequoia, Google Ventures, Kleiner Perkins, and the OpenAI Startup Fund.
• World-class team: Harvey is hiring the best talent from DeepMind, Google Brain, Stripe, FAIR, Tesla Autopilot, Glean, Superhuman, Figma, and more.
• Partnerships: Our engineers and researchers work directly with OpenAI to build the future of generative AI and redefine professional services.
• Performance: $0-30M ARR in the last 18 months.
• Competitive compensation.

Role  Overview

Our first People Business Partner (HRBP) dedicated to Engineering, Product, and Design (EPD) will play a critical role in driving HR initiatives that align with the fast-paced growth and scaling needs of our company. As a true thought partner to our Head of Product and Head of Engineering, you will work collaboratively to address the unique challenges of scaling a high-growth organization. This role requires a strong consultative approach, with proven experience supporting EPD teams in high-growth environments. Reporting directly to our Head of People, you’ll help establish the HRBP foundation for our EPD teams, enabling us to scale effectively.

What You'll Do

• Strategic HR Partnership
  • Partner with EPD leadership to understand business goals and provide tailored HR solutions that drive results in a high-growth, scaling environment.
  • Act as a trusted advisor and thought partner, bringing deep expertise in organizational design, workforce planning, and navigating challenges inherent in scaling technical and creative teams.
  • Provide insights and recommendations that enable leaders to make strategic decisions around talent, team dynamics, and organizational effectiveness.

  Collaborative Talent Management

  • Collaborate with the talent acquisition team to attract and retain world-class technical and product talent, ensuring we meet the demands of a rapidly growing organization.
  • Develop onboarding experiences that not only integrate new hires into their teams but also instill a growth-oriented mindset tailored to EPD roles.
  • Design and implement scalable talent management frameworks, including performance reviews, succession planning, and career pathing, aligned to the needs of technical and product teams in a high-growth company.

  Employee Relations and Performance Management

  • Serve as a key resource for EPD employees and leaders, addressing concerns, managing conflicts, and ensuring fair and transparent resolutions.
  • Partner with leaders to identify and proactively address performance issues, providing coaching, guidance, and support for improvement plans specific to EPD roles.
  • Equip managers with the tools and training necessary to handle employee relations and performance concerns effectively, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
  • Conduct thorough investigations as needed, ensuring consistent and compliant resolutions.

  Culture and Employee Experience

  • Work closely with EPD teams to build and sustain a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within technical and creative environments.
  • Conduct regular check-ins with employees to gather insights and create actionable plans for enhancing engagement and retention.
  • Lead initiatives to strengthen morale, foster team cohesion, and celebrate achievements across EPD teams.

  Data-Driven Decision Making

  • Leverage HR metrics and analytics to inform strategic decisions, measure the impact of HR programs, and provide actionable insights to leadership.
  • Monitor trends and provide regular reports that highlight opportunities to enhance organizational effectiveness and address specific challenges within EPD teams.

  Change Management Leadership

  • Lead change management initiatives that address the challenges of scaling technical and creative teams in a fast-paced environment.
  • Partner with EPD leaders to communicate changes effectively and ensure alignment across teams during periods of growth and transition.

  Compliance and Scalability

  • Ensure HR policies and practices not only comply with local labor laws but also scale effectively as the company grows.
  • Develop and refine policies that reinforce our core values and promote inclusivity across EPD teams.

What You Have 

• 7+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner, with a demonstrated track record of success supporting Engineering, Product, and Design teams in high-growth, scaling organizations.
• Proven ability to build strong, consultative relationships with senior leaders, serving as a true thought partner to technical and creative leaders.
• Deep knowledge of organizational dynamics, particularly during periods of rapid growth and scale, with specific expertise in EPD teams.
• Experience designing and implementing scalable HR strategies that address the unique needs of technical and creative roles.
• Strong project and program management skills, with a focus on delivering results in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
• Excellent analytical skills, with the ability to interpret data and translate it into actionable recommendations.
• A proactive, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving, conflict resolution, and addressing employee needs.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Harvey is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.

We are in the early innings of a generational company. Joining early at a hypergrowth startup has proven to lead to exponential growth in responsibility, access, and ability. Apply here today!