Sr. HR Generalist - DoubleVerify, Inc

Who we are

DoubleVerify is a leading software platform for digital media measurement, data and analytics. DV’s mission is to be the definitive source of transparency and data-driven insights into the quality and effectiveness of digital advertising for the world’s largest brands, publishers, and digital ad platforms. DV’s technology platform provides advertisers with consistent and unbiased data and analytics that can be used to optimize the quality and return on their digital ad investments. Since 2008, DV has helped hundreds of Fortune 500 companies gain the most from their media spend by delivering best in class solutions across the digital advertising ecosystem, helping to build a better industry. Learn more at www.doubleverify.com.

What you’ll do

We're seeking a Sr. HR Generalist to support our organization and HR Business Partner team in the Americas region. The Sr. HR Generalist will act as an advisor to our employees and front line managers on all HR related topics and contribute to both tactical and strategic support to our HRBP team. This includes onboarding/offboarding, performance management, employee relations, employee lifecycle processes (leave of absences, accommodation requests, PTO processing in LATAM, promotions, internal mobility, relocations, etc), assisting in developing and implementing policies that ensure local compliance with labor regulations, support HRBPs on workplace investigations, and partner on annual programs owned by other teams (annual performance review cycle, compensation, engagement survey, open enrollment, etc.).

What you’ll do

• Support the HRBP Americas team in many aspects of people matters and gain a deep understanding of the business to support the organizational changes that will help us reach our goals together.
• Coach managers on employee related matters and escalate more complex matters where necessary. 
• Partner with managers on effective performance management and assist the HRBP team on investigations, mediations, and terminations.
• Lead the voluntary exit process, exit interviews for specific levels in the organization, and tactical offboarding for involuntary terminations. 
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, procedures, benefits, and direct managers and employees to appropriate guidance channels.
• Provide guidance, coaching, and support to address and resolve employee issues with managers and HR Business Partners.
• Manage the reasonable accommodation process for employees and gather details for the HRBP team to evaluate the requests.
• Responsible for all employment transactions within the Americas region, including: escalated pre-employment hires, terminations, pay changes, reporting structure changes, promotions, relocations, and other HR administration responsibilities.
• Support the HR Business Partner team in executing HR’s strategy and overarching goals on talent, resourcing, engagement, DEIB, and culture in alignment with the business priorities to drive results.
• Manage compliance related activities, including background checks, I-9 verifications, employee handbooks, and audits related to all statutory and legal requirements for the US.
• Support the Vice President of HR Business Partners in the Americas region as needs arise.
• Create and maintain other HR processes as needed.
• Participate or lead any ad hoc projects.

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent work experience is required. 
• 3+ years of relevant progressive experience and a proven track record of success in roles focused on HR Generalist/HR Manager/HR Operations work, preferably at a high-growth or software company. 
• Experience in technology, media, advertising, and marketing sectors is a plus.
• General understanding of HR best practices and basic knowledge of labor laws, including CA and NY.HR experience in Brazil, Mexico, and/or Canada is a plus.
• Must have experience with performance management and exposure to aspects of employee relations.
• Experience with Workday and Google Workspace is preferred. 
• Demonstrated ability to operate in a fast paced and dynamic environment with ambiguity and change, adapting to and being a champion for positive change.
• Skilled at building credibility and effective relationships and is a strong collaborator.
• Experience supporting product, engineering, and commercial is a plus.
• Analytical reasoning and solution-focused problem solver who thinks critically and provides recommendations to HRBP leadership to drive action.
• Stays current on emerging regulations and requirements and assesses the impact on company policies, procedures, and employees.
• Excellent problem-solving, influencing, and effective communication skills in conflict management.
• Innovative in approaching situations and is an advocate for change.
• Ability to comfortably interact with employees of all levels of experience and seniority across the organization.

The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on a number of non-discriminating factors, including qualifications for the role, level, skills, experience, location, and balancing internal equity relative to peers at DV. The estimated salary range for this role based on the qualifications set forth in the job description is between $68,000 - $129,000. This role will also be eligible for bonus/commission (as applicable), equity, and benefits.
The range above is for the expectations as laid out in the job description; however, we are often open to a wide variety of profiles, and recognize that the person we hire may be more or less experienced than this job description as posted.

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