Talent Success Business Partner – 8‑Month Contract

About the role

DigitalOcean is expanding its People team in Hyderabad and seeks a Talent Success Business Partner on an 8‑month contract (maternity backfill) with potential conversion. Reporting to the PBP Director, you will support HR processes, employee relations, performance management, and engagement for the India workforce.

Key responsibilities

• Support end‑to‑end employee life‑cycle processes, including onboarding, performance reviews, compensation/benefits, engagement surveys, action planning, employee relations and off‑boarding.
• Build trusted relationships with managers and senior managers, providing guidance and escalating issues to lead PBPs when needed.
• Interpret and apply people‑related policies, offering advice on standards and compliance.
• Develop, recommend and implement policy, procedure and process improvements.
• Own the onboarding experience for India, covering Hyderabad office and remote hires.
• Manage ongoing operational needs of managers across the APAC region.
• Coordinate local payroll in partnership with the payroll provider.
• Partner with the PBP team on local communications, community events, benefits, compliance and holidays.
• Collaborate with local leads and the People team to resolve employee issues.

Required profile

• Experience as a People generalist with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Hands‑on experience with HRIS systems, particularly Workday.
• Background in fast‑paced, startup or ambiguous environments.
• Entrepreneurial spirit, proactive problem‑solving and ability to seek guidance when needed.
• Process‑driven mindset with capability to define and improve regional HR processes.
• Collaborative attitude and desire to work across departments and expertise areas.
• High professional integrity, confidentiality and accountability.
• Ability to work effectively with senior managers, organized, flexible and comfortable supporting an entire site.
• Strong interpersonal skills, detail‑orientation and ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Effective time‑management with proven ability to meet deadlines.