HR Business Partner

Job Description

HR Business Partner

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Prolific

Prolific is not just another player in the AI space – we are the architects of the human data infrastructure that's reshaping the landscape of AI development. In a world where foundational AI technologies are increasingly commoditized, it's the quality and diversity of human-generated data that truly differentiates products and models.

We've built a unique platform that connects researchers and companies with a global pool of participants, enabling the collection of high-quality, ethically-sourced human behavioural data and feedback. This data is the cornerstone of developing more accurate, nuanced, and aligned AI systems.

Our mission is to bridge the gap between AI potential and human insight. We believe that the next leap in AI capabilities won't come solely from scaling existing models, but from integrating diverse human perspectives and behaviours into AI development. By providing this crucial human data infrastructure, Prolific is positioning itself at the forefront of the next wave of AI innovation – one that reflects the breath and the best of humanity.

The Role

As a HR Business Partner, you’ll support Prolific’s growing teams by providing hands-on, day-to-day HR support, partnering closely with managers and employees. You will serve as a key point of contact for departments, helping implement HR programs and initiatives that support the business’s strategy and create a positive, high-performance culture.

Reporting to the Head of HR, you will partner with team leaders to support all HR-related issues. You’ll work closely with the wider HR team to ensure consistent and fair application of HR advice while identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and employee engagement.

What you'll be doing

• Business Partnering: You’ll serve as the main HR point of contact for dedicated departments/teams, providing advice and support on all HR-related issues, from hiring to performance management.
• Champion of our Culture: You will role-model value-driven business partnerships. Supporting the continuous improvement of Prolific’s culture, promoting adaptability and growth at every level.
• Talent Management: Support managers in identifying high-potential employees, recognising contributions, and driving career development initiatives across teams.
• Employee Relations: Handle employee relations issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary matters, and performance improvement plans.
• HR Policy Implementation: Help implement HR policies and procedures across Prolific, ensuring compliance with legal requirements and promoting best practices.
• Engagement & Retention: Work on initiatives aimed at improving employee engagement and satisfaction, such as wellness programs and feedback mechanisms.
• HR Metrics & Reporting: Monitor and report on HR metrics, identifying trends in turnover, engagement, and performance, and recommending areas for improvement.
• Talent Advocate: You will elevate our talent selection process and be a rigorous bar raiser, ensuring we only attract and hire the most exceptional talent. By closely collaborating with leaders and teams, you will challenge existing hiring practices, implementing innovative approaches and assessments that identify not just technical skills, but also cultural fit and potential for future growth.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI): You will lead and support DEI initiatives to ensure a diverse and inclusive work environment. Develop and implement programs that support diversity in hiring, leadership development, and employee retention, ensuring that Prolific continues to be a workplace where all voices are heard and valued.

What you’ll bring

• CIPD qualification with strong HR generalist experience, ideally in a scaling tech company
• Proven experience in business partnering, with the ability to support and influence managers and teams
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law (US or international experience is a plus)
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage employee relations issues with discretion and fairness
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across the business
• Resilience and adaptability in supporting teams through periods of growth, change, or uncertainty, with a proactive approach to solving challenges and ensuring business continuity
• Demonstrated experience with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, ensuring HR policies and practices create an inclusive and fair workplace culture
• Resilience and adaptability in leading leaders and teams through periods of growth, change, or uncertainty, with a proactive approach to solving challenges and ensuring business continuity
• Experience in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with the ability to balance both strategic and operational responsibilities
• Demonstrated experience with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, ensuring HR policies and practices create an inclusive and fair workplace culture

Why Prolific is a great place to work

• Be at the forefront of AI innovation, working on projects that will shape the future of the field
• Access to Prolific's unique human data platform, providing unparalleled opportunities for AI research and development
• Collaborate with a diverse team of experts in AI, psychology, and behavioral science
• Contribute to the development of ethical, human-centered AI solutions that have the potential to make a real-world impact
• Opportunity to collaborate with both foundational model creators and the open-source community, bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and practical applications
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, mission-driven culture

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