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full-timePeople Partner
Asana · San Francisco
Asana is a company focused on developing software that helps teams collaborate and manage their workflows. The People Partner role functions as a strategic business leader within the organization, tasked with aligning talent strategies with business outcomes at the functional leadership level. Day-to-day responsibilities involve consulting with senior leaders to navigate organizational change, managing complex people-related situations, and leveraging data to identify trends and inform decision-making. The role requires a candidate who can act as a trusted advisor, translating organizational needs into actionable talent transformation agendas. Successful applicants will likely have 6-8 years of experience in human resources or organizational consulting, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders and manage large-scale projects. This position is well-suited for an independent problem solver who is comfortable moving between high-level strategic planning and detailed data analysis. A strong candidate will demonstrate curiosity regarding emerging technologies and possess the ability to communicate effectively across different levels of the organization, including with executive leadership.
The People Team at Asana works to enable all Asanas to achieve our goals as a company in a way that is consistent with our values. We focus on recruiting, developing, and retaining exceptional talent from diverse backgrounds, ensuring that everyone can thrive, grow, and make a meaningful impact. Our work supports Asana’s broader mission: to help humanity thrive by enabling all teams to collaborate seamlessly and effectively. As a People Partner, you will operate as a true business leader, bringing organizational strategy, change leadership, and deep consulting acumen to shape talent transformation agendas at the functional leadership level. This role is based in our San Francisco office with an office-centric hybrid schedule. The standard in-office days are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. Most Asanas have the option to work from home on Wednesdays. Working from home on Fridays depends on the type of work you do and the teams with which you partner. If you're interviewing for this role, your recruiter will share more about the in-office requirements. What you’ll achieve Drive strategic thought partnership by building and implementing department-level talent strategy initiatives that align directly with business outcomes. Navigate ambiguity to identify root issues in complex situations, presenting findings and socializing change with clarity to senior stakeholders. Lead change management by partnering with senior leaders to develop scalable change strategies, proactively planning for contingencies and championing the vision through effective storytelling. Consult and advise functional leads as a trusted advisor, leading complex people situations and supporting leaders in building their own capability. Leverage data literacy to interpret complex people data to identify trends, translate findings into actionable decisions, and champion a data-driven culture. Influence at scale by actively participating in business headcount and strategic planning forums as the essential "people voice." About you Typically bring 6-8 years of HR experience with a demonstrated track record as a strategic HR Business Partner or Organizational Consultant. A recognized subject matter expert who has successfully navigated large-scale organizational change and influences effectively without authority. A versatile communicator who is equally comfortable diving into a complex spreadsheet as they are leading a "C-suite" conversation. Independent problem solver with a proven ability to manage large, complex projects across functional and regional boundaries with minimal direction. Collaborative partner who proactively seeks partnership with HR Centers of Excellence to ensure recommendations are holistic and data-backed. Analytic mindset with a commitment to identifying and mitigating potential biases in data and decision-making. Demonstrates curiosity about AI tools and emerging technologies, with a willingness to learn and leverage them to enhance productivity, collaboration, or decision-making. M&A experience is preferred but not required. At Asana, we're committed to building teams that include a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, as this is critical to helping us achieve our mission. If you're interested in this role and don't meet every listed requirement, we still encourage you to apply. What we’ll offer Our comprehensive compensation package plays a big part in how we recognize you for the impact you have on our path to achieving our mission. We believe that compensation should be reflective of the value you create relative to the market value of your role. To ensure pay is fair and not impacted by biases, we're committed to looking at market value which is why we check ourselves and conduct a yearly pay equity audit. For this role, the estimated base salary range is between $176,000 - $200,000. The actual base salary will vary based on various factors, including market and individual qualifications objectively assessed during the interview process. The listed range above is a guideline, and the base salary range for this role may be modified. In addition to base salary, your compensation package may include additional components such as equity, sales incentive pay (for most sales roles), and benefits. We strive to provide equitable and competitive benefits packages that support our employees worldwide and include: Mental health, wellness & fitness benefits Career coaching & support Inclusive family building benefits Long-term savings or retirement plans In-office culinary options to cater to your dietary preferences #LI-Hybrid About us Asana is a leading platform for human + AI collaboration. Millions of teams around the world rely on Asana to achieve their most important goals, faster. Asana has been named to Fortune's Best Workplaces for 7+ years and recognized by Fast Company, Forbes, and Gartner for excellence in workplace culture and innovation. We offer an exceptional office-centric culture while adopting the be
| Role | People Partner |
|---|---|
| Company | Asana |
| Location | San Francisco |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-23 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
Typical process for this type of role
A general guide — the exact steps for this specific listing may vary; check the original posting for details.
- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
Before you apply
0/4About Asana
Asana is an operating system designed for human-agent teams to manage critical workflows. Founded in 2008, the platform utilizes the Asana Work Graph, a system that connects tasks, projects, goals, and dependencies to provide a shared context for both human users and AI agents. The software enables teams to collaborate within a shared space, utilizing shared memory to improve workflows over time while maintaining enterprise-grade governance, including audit trails and scoped permissions. Asana serves a wide range of organizations, including 85% of Fortune 100 companies, by providing tools for project management, compliance, portfolio monitoring, and cross-functional alignment. The platform is designed to help teams coordinate work, reduce time spent on status updates, and integrate AI agents directly into existing business processes.
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