Executive Business Partner to SVP, Design & Innovation

hpiq

San Francisco, CA · San Francisco · United States

Posted May 4, 2026

Full-time
Design

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Job description

Who We Are

HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab. Combining startup agility with HP’s global scale, we’re building intelligent technologies that redefine how the world works, creates, and collaborates.

We’re assembling a diverse, world-class team—engineers, designers, researchers, and product minds—focused on creating an intelligent ecosystem across HP’s portfolio. Together, we’re developing intuitive, adaptive solutions that spark creativity, boost productivity, and make collaboration seamless.

We create breakthrough solutions that make complex tasks feel effortless, teamwork more natural, and ideas more impactful—always with a human-centric mindset.

By embedding AI advancements into every HP product and service, we’re expanding what’s possible for individuals, organisations, and the future of work.

Join us as we reinvent work, so people everywhere can do their best work.

About The Role

HP IQ is looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Executive Business Partner to support to our SVP, Design & Innovation while also providing operational support to the Design team. In this role, you will act as a strategic partner to SVP of Design & Innovation by managing priorities, anticipating needs, and executing with precision, while also keeping all operational processes for the Design Team running smoothly. This role collaborates closely with the Chief of Staff and builds strong relationships to communicate and work effectively across the organization.

Our ideal candidate is someone who is excited to make things happen, has a fastidious attention to detail, thrives in bringing structure to fast-paced environments, enjoys being part of a team and is genuinely motivated by this work.

What You Might Do

Manage complex calendars, scheduling, and prioritization for HP IQ’s SVP, Design & Innovation; independently prioritize and make decisions to resolve scheduling conflicts
Prepare expense reports, route vendor invoices and purchase orders for approval, book and manage travel
Anticipate needs to proactively resolve scheduling or logistical conflicts
Act as a liaison representing SVP across teams (Design, Engineering, Finance, HR, etc) internally at HP IQ and across the HP organization
Develop a strong partnership with Chief of Staff and collaborate on day-to-day operations and projects, build relationships with EA’s across HP for efficient scheduling
Collaborate with Senior Design Producers on a regular basis to support the daily operations of the Design team
Lead/Co-lead special projects or initiatives as assigned including team events and off-sites
Build efficiency and effective responsiveness into existing operations, and help define new operational strategies
Bring structure and clarity to ambiguous or fast-paced situations

Essential Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
5+ years in an administrative role or program management role
Experience with managing multiple calendars
Availability some nights and weekends, as needed

Preferred Skills

Experience working with and supporting creative teams
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in execution, even under pressure
Highly organized with excellent time-management skills
Clear written and spoken communicator, demonstrates emotional intelligence
Strong ability to anticipate needs and problem solve quickly and effectively
Experience providing project management support on high-priority projects
Excellent collaboration and customer service skills
Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment

Salary: $150,000- $190,000

Compensation & Benefits (Full-Time Employees)

The salary range for this role is listed above. Final salary offered is based upon multiple factors including individual job-related qualifications, education, experience, knowledge and skills.

At HP IQ, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long term/short term disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Life insurance
Generous time off policies, including;
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)

Why HP IQ?

HP IQ is HP’s new AI innovation lab, building the intelligence to empower humanity—reimagining how we work, create, and connect to shape the future of work.

Innovative Work
Help shape the future of intelligent computing and workplace transformation.
Autonomy and Agility
Work with the speed and focus of a startup, backed by HP’s scale.
Meaningful Impact
Build AI-powered solutions that help people and organisations thrive.
Flexible Work Environment
Freedom and flexibility to do your best work.
Forward-Thinking Culture
We learn fast, stay future-focused, and imagine what comes next—together.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement

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