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Headway

Leadership Partner, People Strategy

Headway, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Overview

Headway is building a new mental healthcare system that everyone can access. We’ve built technology to help people find great therapists with the first software-enabled national network of providers accepting insurance. Join Headway as a Leadership Partner, People Strategy to help shape the people strategy for our Engineering, Data, Product, Design, and Product Marketing teams. About The Role

As a Leadership Partner, People Strategy at Headway, you will play a critical role in shaping the people strategy for our Engineering, Data, Product, Design, and Product Marketing teams. You will partner closely with the CTO and VP of Product to provide strategic counsel on performance management, leadership coaching, talent development, employee relations, and org design. You will use data-driven insights to identify trends, influence decision-making, and drive scalable, high-impact people initiatives, upholding Headway’s values and performance culture. Responsibilities

Serve as a trusted advisor to Engineering, Data, Product, and Design leaders, providing strategic guidance on talent planning, leadership effectiveness, and org design. Lead key people processes, including performance calibrations, promotion reviews, compensation planning, and workforce planning, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Drive talent programs that enhance employee experience, manager capability, and leadership development. Leverage qualitative and quantitative data to identify trends, shape programs, and influence decision-making. Act as a culture amplifier, reinforcing Headway’s principles and fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment. Qualifications

10+ years of experience as a strategic HR Business Partner, with deep expertise in supporting Engineering, Product, and Design functions. Exceptional judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to advise senior executives and influence at all levels. Intellectually curious and solutions-oriented, able to translate challenges into high-impact talent strategies. Data-driven, using qualitative and quantitative insights to inform decision-making, root cause analysis, and program design. Experience owning and driving talent programs at scale, including performance cycles, compensation planning, leadership coaching, and org design. Ability to build trust with executives and individual contributors, adapting approach to diverse stakeholders. Agile, fearless, and thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments. Compensation And Benefits

The expected base pay range for this position is $146,200-$215,000, based on qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Equity Compensation Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage HSA / FSA 401K Work-from-Home Stipend Therapy Reimbursement 16-week parental leave for eligible employees Carrot Fertility annual reimbursement and membership 13 paid holidays each year plus a Holiday Break the week between December 25 and 31 Flexible PTO Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Training and professional development Inclusion and Accommodations

Headway is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If accommodations are needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please inform the recruiter when scheduling your interview. Location and Status

Headway employees work remotely across the US, with optional offices in New York City, San Francisco, and Seattle. Headway participates in E-Verify.

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