WHY DEPT®?

We are a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, we create what is next by pioneering ideas, acting fast, and moving further because standing still just is not in our DNA.

We are drawn to people who stay curious, move with intent, and never stop inventing. Our culture runs on three values: better together, relentlessly curious, and get sh*t done. It is how we work, how we grow, and how we make things that matter.

At DEPT®, you will find the freedom to explore, the space to collaborate, and the trust to make a real impact for our clients, for each other, and for the world we are helping to build.

THE ROLE:

As a Manager, People Business Partner, you will be responsible for executing P&C policy, programming, and initiatives, with a strong focus on diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging; performance management; talent strategy; employee experience; and HR compliance. You will partner with the broader US P&C team to identify areas of opportunity and proactively address future needs to support the organization’s continued growth and business goals.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

• Serve as main P&C contact for employees and managers with timely/high empathy support for employee questions and concerns.
• Along with the Director of People & Culture, execute a consistent process for identifying key talent to ensure that we motivate, grow, and retain the best talent.
• Execute global or regional P&C initiatives and programming, including communications and change management support.
• Ensure compliance with existing HR policies and procedures.
• Execute all aspects of the performance management process, including coaching managers to enable them to have candid conversations with employees about their performance, their development, and how they are measured.
• Manage internal mobility discussions with employees and other teams within DEPT®.
• Partner with managers and employees to promote learning & development programs in support of key business and people goals.
• Handle employee relations issues as they arise

WHAT YOU BRING:

• 2 - 4 years of experience in People & Culture/Human Resources
• 2+ years in a digital agency required; start-up experience preferred 
• Strong experience with employee management and handling employee relations with the utmost care and discretion
• Strong experience with employee relations, LOAs, performance management, internal communications, and other day to day responsibilities 
• Solid understanding and knowledge of employment law, both state and federal, including but not limited to: ADAAA, FMLA, EEO, FLSA
• Strong coaching skills
• Critical thinker, customer-focused, collaborative, analytical
• Exceptional communication skills, polished presentation skills
• Experience driving and implementing change, and an innovative, solution-oriented mindset
• Ability to travel, as required

TAKE INTO ACCOUNT:

• You will have to communicate with your team members abroad, therefore fluency in English and excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) are a must for this role.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package:

• We enjoy spending time together, working closely with other local colleagues, and getting to know one another. Our Buenos Aires offices (Villa Crespo or Mar del Plata) are fully equipped with refreshments and great common spaces
• Premium healthcare through OSDE for the employee and their immediate family members
• Prepaid card with a monthly allowance for grocery purchases
• Monthly reimbursements for Wi-Fi/electricity expenses
• Monthly reimbursements for training/English classes
• 100% covered "Plan Total" membership at Sportclub
• A flexible vacation policy

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a Growth Invention company built to help the world’s most ambitious brands grow faster. Operating at the intersection of technology and marketing, our 4,000+ specialists deliver growth invention across Brand & Media, Experience, Commerce, CRM, and Technology & Data. We’re 50|50 tech and marketing, partner-led, and first to move. Clients include Google, Lufthansa, Coach, eBay, and OpenAI.

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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