Senior Human Resources Business Partner

About Alation

Alation is at the forefront of the evolving data intelligence landscape, leveraging AI agents and reliable data to revolutionize self-service analytics, cloud transitions, data governance, and AI advancements. Serving over 650 customers including 40% of the Fortune 100, and backed by more than $340 million in funding with a valuation exceeding $1.7 billion, Alation empowers enterprises to make quicker, smarter decisions by seamlessly connecting people with data.

As data becomes increasingly integral to business success, Alation is pioneering solutions that enable organizations to harness their full capabilities by embedding intelligence, automation, and trust into every interaction, accelerating data-driven innovations confidently and rapidly.

Joining Alation means contributing to a dynamic team committed to shaping the future of AI-powered data intelligence, characterized by swift action, bold vision, and collaborative achievements.

Job Overview

The Senior Human Resources Business Partner will join Alation’s expanding People team in Chennai, reporting directly to the Director of Human Resources. The ideal candidate will be strategic, resourceful, and pivotal in fostering and scaling the company's culture amidst growth. This role primarily partners with diverse teams in the region, notably in R&D and Customer Solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the HR Director to advance Chennai-specific initiatives including performance review cycles, leadership development, and employee engagement programs.
• Partner with leaders and cross-functional teams to design and implement people-focused initiatives such as performance management, talent development, employee feedback, total rewards, internal communications, and promoting overall team well-being.
• Utilize data analytics and employee feedback to identify trends, address challenges, and enhance the employee experience and business performance.
• Provide coaching to employees and managers on career advancement, feedback exchange, collaboration, and managing organizational change.
• Identify opportunities to streamline and improve HR processes, with emphasis on automation and optimized use of tools like Workday.
• Balance strategic planning with daily operational HR support, ensuring effective delivery of both immediate and long-term objectives.

Qualifications and Desired Attributes

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources, preferably within technology, data, AI, or rapidly growing matrix organizational environments.
• Experience partnering with technical teams and engineering leadership is advantageous.
• Comprehensive knowledge of essential HR functions including coaching, performance management, employee engagement, and talent development.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills to collaborate across various functions, time zones, and personalities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage ambiguity and rapidly changing priorities while maintaining alignment with both regional and global goals.
• Versatility in handling both strategic initiatives and detailed administrative duties with sound judgment and strong execution.
• Proactive, well-organized, and intellectually curious, showing a strong sense of responsibility and initiative to drive improvements independently.
• Familiarity with India-specific compliance such as POSH, labor law documentation, and payroll is preferred; collaboration with global and local HR operations teams is expected.
• Experience with Workday or similar HRIS platforms is highly favored.
• Postgraduate degree or relevant HR certification (e.g., PGDHRM) is preferred; active involvement in professional HR networks is an advantage.
• Ability to employ AI-driven analytics and predictive modeling for identifying workforce risks like turnover, performance gaps, and skills shortages, and formulate corresponding interventions.
• Lead initiatives to integrate intelligent HR technologies and dashboards to facilitate quicker, data-driven business decisions.
• Champion ethical practices concerning AI in HR processes by ensuring fairness, transparency, and prioritizing human oversight.

Equal Opportunity and Compliance

Alation is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship, or other protected characteristics by law.

The company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations during the hiring process for applicants with disabilities upon request.