People Success Business Partner
LOVB
Full-time
Remote
Worldwide
Professional Sports, Volleyball, Business Development
People Success Business Partner
About LOVB (League One Volleyball):
League One Volleyball (LOVB) is reimagining women's sports. Launched in 2019, our company is a mission-led sports performance, training and media enterprise that will change the game of volleyball in the USA and empower new generations of female athletes.
It is a groundbreaking time for volleyball in the US with our historic triple Olympic Gold medals in Women's Indoor, Beach and Sitting Volleyball. Volleyball is already the #1 most played girls' youth sport. There are 38M current and former players today. Of major sports, it's the only one that is women-first (~90% of players are female). But the volleyball market has been almost entirely missed by traditional sports investors, brands, and media.
LOVB is capturing this opportunity by creating a strong club business, and from that built-in audience and fandom, is creating the best Pro League in the world and a digital ecosystem that will connect all aspects of LOVB. This community-up approach will drive participation and fandom, while enabling greater empowerment for girls and young women living this amazing sport. In this role, you will
join a mission-driven, roll-up-your-sleeves team of innovators and builders who have come together to change the paradigm of professional volleyball and women’s sports.
Job Summary:
The People Success Business Partner for the Pro League, plays a critical role in aligning people strategies with the goals of the League One Volleyball Pro Division. This role serves as a trusted advisor to coaches, athletes, and support staff, with ownership over employee relations, onboarding design, compliance, and operational HR systems that impact the athlete and team experience.
As the primary HR point of contact within the Pro League team, the PSBP will collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive effective people practices, support organizational change, and ensure a consistent, values-driven experience across seasonal and full-time staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Partnership
● Serve as a strategic advisor to Pro League leadership, aligning people strategies with competitive, cultural, and operational goals.
● Lead employee relations efforts, including investigations, conflict resolution, and coaching, with a focus on discretion, professionalism, and compliance.
● Provide hands-on support to managers, helping them navigate complex performance issues and cultivate strong, athlete-centered leadership.
Athlete & Staff Onboarding and Integration
● Deliver onboarding programs that immerse athletes, coaches, and staff in LOVB’s mission, values, and performance expectations.
● Lead seasonal launch and re-integration planning, ensuring seamless transitions for returning and new players.
Culture Building & Change Management
● Foster a high-trust, high-performance culture across teams through proactive communication, coaching, and feedback loops.
● Implement change management practices to support evolving structures, new roles, and external stakeholders (e.g., team owners).
Talent and Performance Management
● Support league leaders and team coaches in assessing performance and building development plans that maximize staff potential.
● Facilitate performance conversations and ensure proper documentation and escalation pathways are followed.
People Operations & Compliance
● Own and evolve Pro League HR systems, tools, and documentation practices—including contracts, compliance training (e.g., SafeSport), and onboarding.
● Maintain vendor relationships (e.g., payroll, benefits, visa/legal) to ensure seamless operations and exceptional athlete support.
● Act as a key connector between Pro League, SharedCo (People Ops, Legal, Finance), and team owners to ensure aligned, high-impact people practices.
HR Risk Management, Immigration & Compliance Oversight
● Monitor evolving federal and state labor laws, immigration regulations, and league-specific compliance obligations (e.g., SafeSport requirements, international athlete visas, and work authorization).
● Serve as a liaison between athletes, legal counsel, and immigration advisors to ensure timely visa processing, documentation accuracy, and compliance with government regulations.
Required Skills/Abilities:
● Demonstrates extreme ownership and a proactive, self-motivated work ethic
● Strong communicator with a passion for advancing HR best practices and human capital strategies
● Proven success in mentoring, team building, and fostering a high-integrity, growth-oriented culture
● Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
● Adaptable, collaborative team player with a positive attitude and continuous improvement mindset
Education and Experience:
● Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or a related field.
● 5+ years in a strategic HRBP or similar role, ideally in a high-growth environment.
● Strong background in onboarding, change management, culture-building initiatives, and talent management.
● Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills with the ability to build relationships across athlete, coach, and staff populations.
● Proven ability to work with diverse, remote teams and senior stakeholders
Work Environment & Physical Requirements (Remote):
● Ability to operate a computer and use a keyboard, mouse, and video conferencing tools.
● Ability to clearly communicate via video, phone, and written channels.
● Travel for site visits, matches, and business-related needs.
Location: Based near a Pro team city preferred, with the ability to regularly attend practice sessions, matches, and key in-person events.