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We are looking for an experienced HR Program Manager reporting to work our Group Vice President (“GVP”) of Global Rewards, HR Operations, Systems, Analytics, Workforce Expansion & Sustainability. 

What You’ll Do:

Program management of enterprise-wide projects sponsored the Global Vice President as a direct report.

Strategic planning sessions organized and closely partner with the leadership team.

Annual budget process facilitated and coordinated in step with central planning process and key contacts.

Monthly prioritization review to ensure a consistent business operating rhythm and alignment with Chief Human Resources Officer.

Biweekly leadership meetings are managed inclusive of curating the agenda and developing follow-up action items.

Team engagement opportunities such as organizing staff lunch-and-learns, recognition spotlights, Team Norms action planning and other related broader team activities.

Quarterly business review are organized and facilitated, and

Special projects will be assigned.

You bring a combination of a strategic mindset, agility, strong organization skills balanced with creativity, and relationship building, autonomous execution, and the ability to thrive in ambiguity. You will play a pivotal role in the team’s journey to continuously improve and scale programs and offerings for all of Elastic’s diverse, global population.

This role is full time and will work with team members across all time zones. As this role will report into our U.S. based GVP, we would love to hear from candidates who are based in the same region.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field or have demonstrable experience, education, and training
• Minimum 8-10 years of required hands-on experience leading large-scale projects at all stages of the project lifecycle, including change management strategy (from initial prioritization through delivery) 
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification beneficial
• Experience with program delivery capacity planning and change management required
• Demonstrable knowledge of project management principles; validated experience developing and running project schedules, scope, budgets, resource plans, issues, risks, and change requests required.
• Enjoy presenting - strong verbal communication skills a must!
• Comfortable interacting, partnering, and influencing leaders
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable in a multifaceted and frequently ambiguous environment and flexing hours when needed
• Ability to build effective work relationships at all levels of the organization, influence behavior, lead change, and effectively delegate
• A sense of humor and willingness to roll with the punches definitely a plus

Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary.  This role does not have a variable compensation component.  

The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below.  In select locations (including Seattle WA, Los Angeles CA, the San Francisco Bay Area CA, and the New York City Metro Area), an alternate range may apply as specified below. 

These ranges represent the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the ranges may be modified in the future.  

An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic's stock program.  Our total rewards package also includes a company-matched 401k with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earnings, along with a range of other benefits offered with a holistic emphasis on employee well-being.

The typical starting salary range for this role is:$106,900—$169,050 USDThe typical starting salary range for this role in the select locations listed above is:$128,200—$202,745 USDAdditional Information - We Take Care of Our People

As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do.

We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do.

• Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary
• Health coverage for you and your family in many locations
• Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles
• Generous number of vacation days each year
• Double your charitable giving - We match up to $1500 (or local currency equivalent)
• Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love
• Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave

Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.

We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission.

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