Hiring: Director, People Team Business Partner Company: Palo Alto Networks Location: Santa Clara, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 07:40:30 Employment Type: Full-time About the job Experience: •15 years of progressive HR/People experience, preferably within a technology organization or multinational company. Required Skills: •Design people strategies and build programs that scale the organization, build high-performing teams, and develop best-in-class leaders. •Partner with a team of People Business Partners to execute people strategies and cross-functional initiatives effectively. •Leverage people analytics to anticipate organizational issues and deliver data-driven solutions that drive measurable business impact. •Protect our unique culture and ensure the company remains a premier destination for top industry talent. •Partner cross-functionally with functional HR leaders to design and deliver competitive compensation, benefits, and leadership development programs. •Lead people practices that foster innovation and collaboration within a highly advanced, mission-driven technology organization. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree or equivalent military experience required. •Minimum of 15 years of progressive HR/People experience, preferably within a technology organization or multinational company. •Proven experience supporting a Finance organization or similar complex business unit. •Demonstrated experience managing, mentoring, and developing a small team. •Demonstrated capacity to develop and execute people strategies by analyzing organizational needs and setting impactful goals. •Track record of coaching leaders and advising on sensitive employee relations, performance management, and organizational diagnostics. •Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data insights to drive people programs and solutions. •Exceptional ability to establish strong, trusted relationships at all levels and across functions within a fast-paced environment. •Highly effective listener and persuasive communicator with a proven ability to influence actions and outcomes. •Demonstrated commitment to fostering a 'one team' culture that values diversity, inclusion, and a positive work environment. Compensation: •Flexible work environment (work from home / hybrid options) •The offered compensation may also include restricted stock units and a bonus Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!