Best HR software for HR managers at growing startups

Support fast hiring and onboarding as your startup grows
Foster belonging and engagement from the very first day
Build scalable HR foundations that grow with your business

1811 reviews on G2 | 4.5/5

1811 reviews on Capterra | 4.5/5

Modern, fast-growing, global businesses love Bob

What makes HR managers at growing startups choose HiBob?

Enable rapid hiring and make onboarding smooth for new hires

Automation helped Hipages cut new-hire processing time from several days to hours, improving accuracy and efficiency across hiring and onboarding workflows.

Build a culture of performance and belonging from day one

Zappi boosted engagement by 15 points in one year using Bob’s culture tools and recognition features to connect teams and celebrate achievements across the organization.

Build HR foundations that scale as the company grows

Xref automated HR reporting and payroll, creating fully streamlined operations and saving hours every month while improving accuracy and visibility across five regions.

HiBob is recognized as one of the best HR platforms

HiBob’s best features for HR managers

Integrated hiring and onboarding workflows

Post roles across multiple hiring platforms to reach the right candidates quickly
Automate onboarding steps for a seamless handoff from recruitment to HR
Track hiring progress and approvals in real time to prevent delays

Pulse surveys, recognition, and social feed

Use surveys to capture employee sentiment around well-being, engagement, and DEI
Recognize and celebrate great work with Kudos, Shoutouts, and milestone updates
Track results and feedback over time to strengthen engagement and culture

Automated workflows, approvals, and payroll

Automate onboarding, offboarding, and job change processes to reduce manual effort
Integrate payroll and time tracking with HR data for accuracy and reliability
Use automated approvals and notifications to stay compliant and on schedule

Why HR managers at growing startups love HiBob

$54K

Annual savings when using HR automation for time management

+18%

More productivity when employee engagement improves

+23%

Higher profitability when employees are more engaged with the company

How the Director of Talent Acquisition at Defined.ai improved HR operations globally

The Challenge

Defined.ai managed HR manually across the US, Portugal, and Asia, resulting in limited visibility. Onboarding was inconsistent, reviews lacked structure, and scattered data made scaling difficult and slowed decision-making.

The Solution

Defined.ai used Bob to centralize employee data, automate onboarding, and structure performance reviews. The HR team implemented self-assessments, tracked retention, and leveraged analytics to enhance DEI and engagement initiatives

The Results

With Bob, Defined.ai unified HR processes worldwide, replacing manual systems with automation and clear visibility. HR gained better insights, employees experienced smoother onboarding, and performance reviews became more consistent and meaningful.

In 2020, we doubled the size of our company. We couldn’t have hired as many people as we did without Bob. We can now automate all our processes, which saves us a lot of time and resources.

Brunno Ribeiro, Director of Talent Acquisition and Compensation, Defined.ai

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FAQs about HiBob for HR managers at growing startups

How can HiBob help HR managers hire and onboard faster?

HiBob streamlines the entire hiring journey by automating candidate tracking, approvals, and onboarding setup. HR managers can publish roles, follow progress, and coordinate handoffs seamlessly between recruitment and HR. Personalized workflows ensure each new hire has a consistent, engaging onboarding experience that saves time and reduces errors.

What’s the best way to build engagement in a fast-growing startup?

HiBob helps HR teams nurture engagement through continuous feedback, recognition, and real-time insights. Employees can celebrate achievements, give Kudos, and share feedback, fostering inclusion and motivation. HR leaders can analyze participation data to identify engagement trends, address challenges early, and strengthen collaboration across hybrid teams.

How does HiBob support startups as they scale?

HiBob grows alongside startups by offering scalable workflows, centralized records, and compliance-ready automation. As new teams or offices are added, HR can apply local regulations automatically and maintain consistent payroll and policy management. Real-time analytics keep leaders informed, enabling smart, data-driven decisions that support sustainable growth.