Share this job SVGs not supported by this browser. Description Principal People Business Partner As a Principal People Business Partner, you’ll serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, translating business strategy into people programs that drive growth, culture, and performance. You’ll play a key role in shaping organizational effectiveness, ensuring our people strategy is tightly aligned with Foley’s business objectives while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement. What you’ll do: Partner with senior leaders to align people strategy with business objectives, ensuring organizational design, workforce planning, and talent priorities support growth. Translate business strategy into scalable people programs that strengthen culture, drive engagement, and enhance performance. Advise leaders across all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including talent development, performance management, employee relations, and engagement. Champion AI-driven solutions to modernize people processes, enhance data visibility, and support better decision-making. Ensure compliance with employment laws and uphold Foley’s standards for fairness, transparency, and inclusion. Partner cross-functionally with People Operations, Talent Acquisition, and Learning & Development to deliver cohesive and effective employee experiences. Design, develop, and deliver strategic learning and development programs that build leadership capability, enhance employee engagement, and align with organizational goals Who you are: 8+ years of progressive people experience, including at least 3+ years as a People Business Partner or HRBP supporting senior leaders. Fluent in AI and use of Data and Technology to improve employee programs, the employee lifecycle and business outcomes. Skilled communicator and trusted advisor with experience in employee relations, performance management, workforce planning, and talent development. Strong knowledge of employment law and compliance best practices, with the ability to balance strategic priorities and hands-on execution. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity and alignment across functions. Location: This role may be based in our Boston office, following a hybrid model with 2 in-office days per week Occasional visits to our other offices may be required for collaboration, training, or company events. About us At Foley, we’re reimagining how safety-sensitive industries hire, stay compliant, and manage risk. We’ve evolved into a modern SaaS company with an all-in-one, AI-ready platform that helps transportation, construction, distribution, and utility businesses operate faster, smarter, and safer. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for curious, strategic thinkers who thrive in complexity, are motivated by making an impact, and want to join a team that’s passionate about building great products and supporting customers. Our core values — Teammateship, Grit, and Innovation — guide everything we do. Whether we’re collaborating internally or helping customers, we approach every challenge with optimism, humor, and a shared commitment to success. Benefits Foley offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off and holidays, wellness programs, and an employee assistance program. Equal Employment Opportunity Foley is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at careers@foley.io Employment Status Employment with Foley is on an at-will basis. Nothing in this job posting or in future communications should be construed as a contract of employment. Massachusetts Applicants : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Apply for this job