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WHO WE ARE
Zeta Global (NYSE: ZETA) is the Data-Powered Marketing Cloud that leverages advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and trillions of consumer signals to make it easier for marketers to acquire grow and retain customers more efficiently. Through the Zeta Marketing Platform (ZMP) our vision is to make sophisticated marketing simple by unifying identity intelligence and omnichannel activation into a single platform – powered by one of the industry’s largest proprietary databases and AI. Our enterprise customers across multiple verticals are empowered to personalize experiences with consumers at an individual level across every channel delivering better results for marketing programs. Zeta was founded in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley and is headquartered in New York City with offices around the world.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Zeta Global is seeking a strategic business-driven and growth-focused Senior Director People Partner to join our global People & Culture team. Reporting to the VP US People Partner this leader will play a critical role in shaping our people strategy partnering with senior leaders to drive organizational growth leadership development culture transformation and employee engagement.
This role requires a forward-thinking data-driven People leader with deep expertise in organizational design talent management employee relations leadership coaching and change management. The ideal candidate will be passionate about building a high-growth high-impact workforce and driving cross-functional collaboration to execute People programs that accelerate business success.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Business Partnership & Executive Coaching
- Serve as a strategic advisor and coach to senior leaders helping them scale their teams enhance leadership effectiveness and drive high performance.
- Partner with executives to shape organizational design and workforce planning strategies that support business objectives and long-term growth.
- Drive change management strategies equipping leaders with the tools to lead through transformation and navigate organizational shifts effectively.
Talent Strategy & Leadership Development
- Own and drive talent management strategies including succession planning leadership development and high-potential employee programs.
- Develop and implement initiatives that enhance leadership capabilities managerial effectiveness and career development pathways.
- Partner with the Learning & Development team to design scalable leadership and professional development programs that foster internal mobility and skill-building.
Culture Transformation & Employee Experience
- Lead culture-building initiatives that reinforce Zeta’s values of belonging innovation and collaboration ensuring a workplace where employees thrive.
- Champion culture efforts through embedding inclusive practices into hiring promotions and leadership development.
- Utilize employee engagement data and people analytics to craft impactful programs that drive retention motivation and business outcomes.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & HR Strategy Execution
- Collaborate with Talent Acquisition Total Rewards Talent Development and People Operations to ensure seamless execution of People programs across the organization.
- Partner with Legal and Compliance teams to proactively manage employee relations risk mitigation and employment law compliance in multiple geographies.
- Serve as a change agent aligning People strategies with business growth initiatives to drive innovation and efficiency.
Operational Excellence & HR Best Practices
- Ensure HR policies processes and programs align with industry best practices and support the scalability of a high-growth organization.
- Lead people analytics efforts to provide insights that drive strategic decision-making and workforce planning.
- Own and optimize compensation planning total rewards strategies and performance management frameworks in alignment with business goals.
Qualifications & Experience
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience with at least 5+ years as a strategic HR business partner supporting executive leaders in a high-growth fast-paced environment.
- Proven experience in executive coaching leadership development and influencing senior leaders to drive business outcomes.
- Strong background in organizational design change management and talent strategy to enable business transformation and scale.
- Ability to think strategically while executing tactically balancing long-term vision with hands-on leadership.
- Data-driven mindset with experience leveraging people analytics to influence decisions and improve employee experience.
- Deep expertise in employee relations performance management compensation planning and workforce planning.
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to partner effectively across HR Centers of Excellence and business units.
- Passion for culture transformation engagement with a track record of implementing programs that foster belonging and inclusion.
- Bachelor’s degree in HR Business Organizational Development or related field required Master’s degree a plus.
Additional Details
- Location: NYC office (hybrid)
COMPENSATION RANGE
The compensation range for this role is $160000 – $180000 depending on location and experience.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY EQUITY & INCLUSION
Zeta considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex race color religion age disability status as a veteran or national or ethnic origin; nor does Zeta discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
We’re committed to building a workplace culture of trust and belonging so everyone feels invited to bring their whole selves to work. We provide a forum for employees to celebrate support and advocate for one another. Learn more about our commitment to diversity equity and inclusion here: https://zetaglobal.com/blog/a-look-into-zetas-ergs/
BENEFITS & PERKS
- Unlimited PTO
- Excellent medical dental and vision coverage
- Employee Equity and Stock Purchase Plan
- Employee Discounts Virtual Wellness Classes and Pet Insurance and more!
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Skills Required
- 10+ years of progressive HR experience
- At least 5 years as a strategic HR business partner supporting executive leaders
- Proven experience in executive coaching and leadership development
- Strong background in organizational design change management and talent strategy
- Experience leveraging people analytics to inform decisions and improve employee experience
- Deep expertise in employee relations performance management compensation planning and workforce planning
- Bachelor's degree in HR Business Organizational Development or related field
- Master's degree (preferred)
What the Team is Saying
Zeta Global Compensation & Benefits Highlights
How does Zeta Global ensure its pay and bonus plans are competitive?
Zeta Global supports competitive compensation through a mix of base pay equity performance incentives financial benefits and employee feedback-informed rewards. The company’s total rewards approach connects compensation with ownership financial planning and benefits that support employees’ broader well-being.
- Competitive pay and incentives: Zeta lists competitive pay equity performance bonuses and an employee stock purchase plan as part of its compensation and total rewards offerings. Employees also describe compensation as a strength. A software engineer said Zeta offers “good compensation” “best appraisals and pay raise” and a “supportive work environment” while a director cited “compensation” as one of the strengths of the company.
- Equity and ownership: Zeta offers company equity and an employee stock purchase plan giving employees ways to participate in the company’s growth. Its broader financial benefits also include a 401(k) with company match monthly financial workshops commuter benefits and insurance coverage reinforcing compensation as part of a larger financial wellness package.
- Performance-oriented rewards: Employee reviews describe Zeta’s compensation as tied to performance and growth. One employee said “Zeta pays well” while another said compensation is “within industry range and revised every year.” A finance analyst cited “great incentives” and a director described Zeta as a place to “shape your career” with room to move up. (Comparably; Glassdoor reviews; Indeed reviews)
- Benefits that strengthen total rewards: Zeta’s rewards package extends beyond pay through health dental and vision insurance mental health benefits pet insurance flexible time off parental leave adoption assistance fertility and family-building support travel assistance for reproductive health procedures volunteer days and wellness resources. The company also says it uses wellness surveys and employee feedback to shape benefits updates including expanded parental leave and adoption assistance.
- External signals:
- Compensation sentiment: Employees on external review sites describe Zeta’s compensation as “good” “great” and competitive with reviews citing pay raises incentives benefits and performance-based earning potential. (Glassdoor reviews; Indeed reviews; Comparably)
- Benefits signals: External profile data lists company equity performance bonuses an employee stock purchase plan and a home-office stipend for remote employees.
- Financial wellness: Zeta’s benefits include 401(k) matching financial workshops insurance coverage and employee stock purchase participation.
Bottom line: Zeta Global’s compensation approach combines competitive pay performance incentives equity stock purchase access and broad benefits giving employees both near-term rewards and longer-term financial participation in the company’s growth.
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What We Do
Zeta Global (NYSE: ZETA) is the AI Marketing Cloud that leverages advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and trillions of consumer signals to make it easier for marketers to acquire grow and retain customers more efficiently. Through the Zeta Marketing Platform (ZMP) our vision is to make sophisticated marketing simple by unifying identity intelligence and omnichannel activation into a single platform – powered by one of the industry’s largest proprietary databases and AI. Our enterprise customers across multiple verticals are empowered to personalize experiences with consumers at an individual level across every channel delivering better results for marketing programs. Zeta was founded in 2007 by David A. Steinberg and John Sculley and is headquartered in New York City with offices around the world.
Why Work With Us
At Zeta people have the freedom to think creatively take initiative and grow. We value curiosity innovation and teamwork empowering everyone to use AI and technology in smarter ways to drive impact for clients consumers and each other while shaping the future together.
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