About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world.
Role Description:
Senior HR Business Partner is a strategic and dynamic role. Partnering with Senior Leaders to drive organisational effectiveness, fostering a high‑performing culture, and enabling business growth through tailored people initiatives.
Leadership/Team:
You will be responsible for partnering with the VP Product and their leadership team, acting as a proactive, high‑energy challenger who brings drive, a spark of new ideas and a strong pulse on what is happening in the organisation. The VP Product is leading a team of 100+ employees based in the Netherlands. In this role, you confidently challenge and influence senior stakeholders and collaborate closely with the Senior HR Manager Tech, as well as the HR Centers of Excellence. You will report directly to the Senior Director Business HR, Accommodations and you will be part of the Global ABU HR Leadership Team.
Key Job Responsibilities and Duties:
Strategic Partnership & Leadership CollaborationPartner with senior leaders to translate business goals into people‑centric strategies and actionable people initiatives.
Actively participate in business planning cycles and strategic discussions.
Co‑lead with Finance/Business Operations BU strategic workforce planning
Facilitate cross‑functional collaboration with stakeholders, CoE’s, and HR teams across the organisation.
Provide coaching and mobilise Leadership team/s development through focused collaboration of the LT Leader (VP) and leveraging L&D team’s available solutions/vendors relevant to particular LTs needs
Lead and drive organisational design initiatives and operating model evolution, optimising team effectiveness and productivity
Assess and monitor organisational health/engagement metrics, co‑drive initiatives for change, instill and embed org health as leadership’s decision making consideration
Implement change management strategies, cultural transformations to foster innovation and growth, while ensuring an inclusive and engaging work environment.
Design and implement comprehensive ELT+ talent strategies, focusing on critical/ high‑potential talent identification and mapping to critical roles ELT succession planning.
Coach and mentor leaders to enhance their effectiveness, facilitate leadership alignment, and drive leadership capability through innovative methods like clinic‑style sessions.
Assess organisational talent capabilities, manage the talent review and performance process, creating pipelines and retention strategies for critical ELT talent.
Drive and coordinate ELT onboarding and adoption of learning solutions
Build succession plans and pipeline for critical ELT roles with the BU and collaborate with peers to enhance cross‑BU succession pipelines
Drive cultural transformation initiatives, shaping and sustaining customer centric culture of high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Lead DEI initiatives and wellbeing programs, developing change management capability across the BU organisation and monitor cultural health metrics.
Qualifications & Skills:
Bachelor's degree; Master’s degree in HR, Business, or related field preferred; or equivalent work experience
10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a strategic business partner role
Proven experience in organisational design and change management
Strong business acumen, with the ability to translate strategy into impactful people plans
Excellence in stakeholder management and executive coaching capabilities
Proficient in data analytics to inform business decisions and strategies
Outstanding communication and influencing abilities
Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance:
Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include:
Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave
Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country)
Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit
Inclusion at Booking.com:
Inclusion has been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations.
Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.”
We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Application Process:
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This role does not come with relocation assistance
Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive.
Pre-Employment Screening
If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre‑employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre‑employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.
#J-18808-Ljbffr€80000 - €100000 monthly