Business Partner

WHO WE ARE 

At Basis Technologies, we empower agencies and brands with cutting-edge software that automates digital media operations. Our all-in-one platform supports seamless planning, reporting, and financial reconciliation across direct, programmatic, search, and social media.

We’re not just building advanced technology; we’re also building a culture where passionate, motivated individuals come together to drive meaningful change. Our commitment to inclusivity and growth ensures our employees thrive both professionally and personally.

With our headquarters in Chicago, we offer flexible work options across the U.S. and Canada, including remote, hybrid, or on-site at headquarters.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Basis Technologies' Talent and Development (T&D) team works to make our organization an engaging, inclusive home for Beeps to develop their careers and create positive change in the ad tech industry. T&D is made up of four collaborative teams: Talent Acquisition (recruits’ top talent for Basis), Talent Operations (provides benefits, payroll, perks, and a system support for Basis), Education and Development (leads training and education for Basis employees), and Talent Strategy (heads up professional development, management resources, and employee relations). Collectively, T&D is determined to bring the Basis Manifesto and guiding principles to life through our culture and practices. This team cultivates Raving Fans by constantly ideating on how to ensure every current and prospective employee receives the best experience possible.

This role reports to and works closely with the Manager, Business Partners, and specific business groups to create the best employee experience possible for Basis employees.

• Advising managers through complex employee and performance situations, offering balanced recommendations that consider what is best for the employee and Basis, with a focus on building a strong culture, increasing employee engagement, and enhancing accountability.
• Acting as a consultant to the business on how to best align talent to achieve short- and long-term strategic business goals as part of our annual merit cycle.
• Consulting with business leaders on workforce planning and how best to align human capital and resources in order to achieve both short and long-term business goals.
• Guiding managers in the decision-making process of talent movement and following up to help them drive their action plans forward following those decisions. Managing talent movement for your business units and communicate accordingly to your Manager and the Talent Coordinator assigned to those businesses.
• Facilitating the performance and merit processes for your business units. This includes job profile audit support, PAD testing and data validation, coaching on philosophies and processes, as well as guiding the business to make compensation decisions that align with our compensation philosophies and allow Basis to retain top talent.
• Providing a venue for employees to provide feedback and express concerns to help build an open communication environment.
• Proactively working on retention plans with the business, meeting with Beeps as needed for stay interviews or to gauge engagement and create an action plan to retain.
• Assisting with and delivering new manager orientation to build a strong foundation for new managers at Basis.
• Assisting and leading special projects, including but not limited to: performance management, employee/manager training, employee survey initiatives, communications projects, turnover analysis.

• 2+ years experience supporting agency or in-house paid media teams in an HR capacity
• Confidence and a positive, calm demeanor
• Ability to influence decision-making.
• Confidence to challenge conventional thinking.
• Curious and pensive. You ask great questions.
• Observant and a strong listener. You’re able to gauge both spoken and unspoken conversations.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information, strong ethics, and integrity.
• Ability to manage time between reactive and proactive priorities as they arise.
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and credibility with leaders and managers.
• Experience and demonstrated proficiency in applying HR-related legal and compliance knowledge to various business scenarios.
• Ability to work autonomously and at a fast pace; initiative and results focused.
• Communication is #1 in this role. Communication with the business, and communication with our internal T&D team.

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; associate degree in business, Human Resource Management, a related field or equivalent education required.
• Professional in Human Resources (PHR) or SHRM certification preferred.
• Experience with HRIS and benefits administration processes.

ANYTHING ELSE? 

Don’t have every skill listed? No problem! We know experience can be built in many ways. If you have relevant skills that aren't reflected in your resume, we encourage you to share them in an optional cover letter.  

LIFE WITH BASIS TECHNOLOGIES

We’re committed to our people’s growth and well-being because our success is tied to theirs. That’s why we’ve earned recognition as a top workplace, including: Ad Age, #1 Best Places to Work 2025, WorkLife's #1 Most Committed to Work Life Balance, and the Chicago Tribune's Top Workplaces in Chicago.

We offer competitive perks, including a flexible work week, 401k/RRSP matching, mental health support, paid sabbaticals, generous parental leave, flexible work options, and more.

Basis is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate all team members regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race or cultural background, religion, disability, age, and beyond.

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