Sr. Talent & Culture Business Partner

Job description

Know where you belong! Match Group is a leading provider of dating products across the globe. Our portfolio includes Tinder, Hinge, Match, Meetic, PlentyOfFish, OkCupid, The League, HER, and others, each designed to spark meaningful connections for singles worldwide. Creating a sense of belonging doesn’t stop at our products - it’s the foundation of every team we hire. When it comes to dating, the connection starts online, but the real magic happens once you meet in real life (IRL). We think the same is true for creating the best platforms, so we work together IRL 3 days/week. What You’ll Do: Brand-Specific Learning & Leadership Development Lead the learning and development strategy for E&E and Match Group Central, identifying priority skills and building targeted solutions that support growth across functions. Partner with People Business Partners and leaders across functions and teams to co-create learning programs tailored to the brand’s needs. Design and deliver leadership development programs for people leaders Facilitate team effectiveness sessions (e.g., DiSC, design thinking) and leadership offsites that strengthen team dynamics and trust. Create scalable, self-serve learning toolkits that meet teams where they are - fast, flexible, and tied to business goals. Partner with People Business Partners and leaders to identify capability gaps and develop solutions to address them. Career Growth & Talent Development Revamp and evolve E&E and Match Group Central’s internal career pathways and job ladders, ensuring alignment with organizational structure, role expectations, and growth opportunities. Partner with HRBPs and leaders to embed career frameworks into development conversations and talent reviews. Provide manager training that increases transparency into career progression, pay practices, and market benchmarks. Values & Culture Building Embed E&E and Match Group Central’s values into talent programs, onboarding, leadership development, and recognition efforts. Partner ERG leaders to build inclusive experiences that reflect the team’s diverse community. Support cultural rituals like Monthly/Quarterly Huddles and offsites that foster connection, belonging, and shared purpose. Lead engagement survey action planning efforts in partnership with E&E and Match Group Central leadership and Match Group resources. Enterprise & Brand Collaboration Localize and deliver Match Group corporate talent programs (e.g., mid-level manager development, succession planning, mentorship) to meet the needs of E&E and Match Group Central’s culture and org structure. Identify E&E and Match Group Central-developed programs (e.g., onboarding, manager training) with the potential to scale across Match Group brands and facilitate knowledge sharing. Apply change management best practices to drive adoption of new talent programs across global and cross-functional teams. Organizational Development & Measurement Partner with People leaders to design and facilitate team development sessions and leadership offsites. Use feedback from engagement surveys, talent reviews, and pulse data to evolve programs and measure effectiveness. Track and report on program impact, using data to inform decisions and shape future strategy. What We’re Looking For: 8+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Organizational Development, or Talent Management. Strong track record of building and facilitating talent programs that engage people leaders and cross-functional teams. Experience working across corporate and brand or business unit structures. Ability to localize enterprise talent initiatives to fit the needs of a distinct brand culture and org model. Familiarity with performance management cycles and engagement survey design or follow-through. Cultural fluency and the ability to translate values into actionable programs. Exceptional communication, facilitation, and cross-functional collaboration skills. A builder’s mindset — comfortable iterating in ambiguity and scaling what works. Nice to Have: Experience in tech or high-growth environments. Familiarity with systems like Workday, Litmos or similar HRIS/LMS platforms. Certification in leadership or team development tools (e.g., DiSC, Enneagram). Proficiency with authoring tools like Articulate or similar for digital learning content creation. Our Values Take the Lead: We don't ghost our work or each other. Just as users don't leave their matches hanging, we don't let each other down. Move Fast: We have a bias for action and urgency. Something that could be done tomorrow would be better if done today. Better Together: We keep connection at the heart of dating and at the heart of how we work. Just as our users are better when they connect with others, so are we when we collaborate. Real Talk: We say the hard thing the human way. Just as we ask our users to behave with kindness and candor in our community, we expect all of us to do the same. Safety First: We act with integrity, transparency, and consistency so people feel safe—whether they're swiping, matching, or working alongside us. Spark Fun: We have fun to unlock creativity, fuel innovation, and help us build better experiences for daters. Why Match Group? Our mission is simple – to help people find love and happiness! We love our employees too and understand the importance of all life's milestones. Here are some of the benefits we are proud to offer: Mind & Body – Medical, mental health, and wellness benefits to support your overall health and well-being Financial Wellness – Competitive compensation, 100% employer match on 401k contributions up to 10% (cap at $10,000), as well as an employee stock purchase program to help you feel supported in your financial security Unplug – Generous PTO and 14 paid holidays so you can unplug Career – Annual training allowance for professional development and ERG membership opportunities and events so you feel connected and empowered in your work Family – Families come in all shapes and sizes so we offer 20 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, fertility, adoption, and child care resources, as well as pet insurance and discounts Company Gatherings – We host company events where our employees get to know each other and build a sense of connection and belonging! We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value the rich dynamics that diversity brings to our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), gender identity or expression, uniformed service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Period. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process — such as during pre-employment testing or interviews — please indicate this by selecting “Yes” in the accommodation request field. We’ll reach out to discuss your needs if you're selected for the interview stage. #MG Know where you belong!Match Group is a leading provider of dating products across the globe. Our portfolio includes Tinder, Hinge, Match, Meetic, PlentyOfFish, OkCupid, The League, HER, and others, each designed to spark meaningful connections for singles worldwide. Creating a sense of belonging doesn’t stop at our products - it’s the foundation of every team we hire. When it comes to dating, the connection starts online, but the real magic happens once you meet in real life (IRL). We think the same is true for creating the best platforms, so we work together IRL 3 days/week. We’re looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Sr. Talent & Culture Business Partner to lead talent development and culture initiatives specifically for Evergreen & Emerging brands (E&E) and Match Group Central, while operating as part of the Match Group corporate Talent & Culture team. In this unique role, you’ll work with the E&E and Match Group Central People Teams and leadership to design, deliver, and scale programs that develop leaders, foster belonging, and support career growth - while also aligning with Match Group’s enterprise-wide talent strategy. You’ll act as the connective tissue between corporate and brand-level efforts, bringing an understanding of the brands, culture, and people needs. This role blends strategic thinking with hands-on program design and delivery - ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves connecting dots across teams, and is passionate about building exceptional employee experiences. Know where you belong!Match Group is a leading provider of dating products across the globe. Our portfolio includes Tinder, Hinge, Match, Meetic, PlentyOfFish, OkCupid, The League, HER, and others, each designed to spark meaningful connections for singles worldwide. Creating a sense of belonging doesn’t stop at our products - it’s the foundation of every team we hire. When it comes to dating, the connection starts online, but the real magic happens once you meet in real life (IRL). We think the same is true for creating the best platforms, so we work together IRL 3 days/week. We’re looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking Sr. Talent & Culture Business Partner to lead talent development and culture initiatives specifically for Evergreen & Emerging brands (E&E) and Match Group Central, while operating as part of the Match Group corporate Talent & Culture team. In this unique role, you’ll work with the E&E and Match Group Central People Teams and leadership to design, deliver, and scale programs that develop leaders, foster belonging, and support career growth - while also aligning with Match Group’s enterprise-wide talent strategy. You’ll act as the connective tissue between corporate and brand-level efforts, bringing an understanding of the brands, culture, and people needs. This role blends strategic thinking with hands-on program design and delivery - ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves connecting dots across teams, and is passionate about building exceptional employee experiences. #LI- LH1Our Values Take the Lead: We don't ghost our work or each other. Just as users don't leave their matches hanging, we don't let each other down. Move Fast: We have a bias for action and urgency. Something that could be done tomorrow would be better if done today. Better Together: We keep connection at the heart of dating and at the heart of how we work. Just as our users are better when they connect with others, so are we when we collaborate. Real Talk: We say the hard thing the human way. Just as we ask our users to behave with kindness and candor in our community, we expect all of us to do the same. Safety First: We act with integrity, transparency, and consistency so people feel safe—whether they're swiping, matching, or working alongside us. Spark Fun: We have fun to unlock creativity, fuel innovation, and help us build better experiences for daters. Why Match Group? Our mission is simple – to help people find love and happiness! We love our employees too and understand the importance of all life's milestones. Here are some of the benefits we are proud to offer: Mind & Body – Medical, mental health, and wellness benefits to support your overall health and well-being Financial Wellness – Competitive compensation, 100% employer match on 401k contributions up to 10% (cap at $10,000), as well as an employee stock purchase program to help you feel supported in your financial security Unplug – Generous PTO and 14 paid holidays so you can unplug Career – Annual training allowance for professional development and ERG membership opportunities and events so you feel connected and empowered in your work Family – Families come in all shapes and sizes so we offer 20 weeks of 100% paid parental leave, fertility, adoption, and child care resources, as well as pet insurance and discounts Company Gatherings – We host company events where our employees get to know each other and build a sense of connection and belonging! We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we value the rich dynamics that diversity brings to our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, age, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), gender identity or expression, uniformed service or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Period. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process — such as during pre-employment testing or interviews — please indicate this by selecting “Yes” in the accommodation request field. We’ll reach out to discuss your needs if you're selected for the interview stage. #MG