Sr. Business Partner

Overview

Archer is an aerospace company based in San Jose, California building an all-electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft with a mission to advance the benefits of sustainable air mobility. We are designing, manufacturing, and operating an all-electric aircraft that can carry four passengers while producing minimal noise. We are dedicated to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment that embraces differences and supports all team members.

• Management of all People (HR) activities and regular business operations to ensure consistent compliance with local/country laws and regulations; adjusting to changes when required.
• Provide visible People (HR) presence to leaders and assigned teams, enabling real-time engagement to critically think and provide appropriate solutions.
• Problem solve and navigate to a solution by thinking and acting quickly on your feet.
• Support employee population by managing employee relations, analyzing trends, and translating insights back to the business. Use data as signals to understand, share opportunities, and influence decisions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate and up-to-date HR-related documentation.
• Partner with People (HR) Centers of Excellence to provide input for the design of HR programs (e.g., recruiting, talent and performance management, total rewards) and support program delivery.
• Work closely with People Operations to execute background checks, onboarding, new hire paperwork (employment compliance and processes), promotions, employee relations, employment verifications, performance review tracking, internal transfers, and other employee changes.
• Perform routine HR program tasks including, but not limited to compensation, benefits, employee leaves, disciplinary matters; disputes and investigations and performance management cases.
• Manage employee benefits administration, including health insurance, leave requests, and payroll processing (if applicable).
• Provide support and guidance to internal staff on HR-related programs and matters (e.g., policies, procedures, employee relations, compensation, benefits, leave, talent management, training and development).
• Act with integrity and confidentiality of all human resource-related matters.
• Support other HR-related responsibilities as needed.

• 10+ years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• In-depth knowledge of Human Resource laws, strategies, policies, and practices within the state of California
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality, work independently, multi-task, and follow up on issues
• Passionate about Talent Management and working with internal and external stakeholders to deliver AMAZING employee experiences
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills to provide solid solutions
• Positive attitude and open mind to be flexible for the business
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines
• Proficient with Google Workspace along with various HR-related systems and software
• Hands-on experience with Workday HCM and other modules
• This is an in-office role supporting our growing organization

• Experience working in a startup environment
• Aerospace or Aviation industry experience

Please note that this job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and does not include an exhaustive list of responsibilities and qualifications.

Archer is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities, and those with sincerely held religious beliefs. Applicants who may require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should provide their name and contact information to Archer’s People Team at  Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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Archer is unable to provide work visa sponsorship for this position at the present time.

Archer is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Archer Aviation does not engage with external recruiting agencies/individual recruiters without a prior written agreement. If you are a recruiting agency or recruiter wishing to do business with Archer, please contact the Archer People Team at  All employment processes are managed by the Archer People Team.