OpenSpace

Sr.HRBusinessPartner

$125–175k Austin, Texas, United States; San Francisco, California, United States Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Senior candidates.

The Brief

“Sr. HR Business Partner at OpenSpace. Skills: HR Business Partnering, Talent Management, Employee Relations, Compensation and Workforce Planning. Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, aligning people strategies with business objectives and embedding workforce considerations into planning cycles. Partner on organizational design, team effectiveness, and change management”

What You'll Achieve.

drives people strategies that align with business objectives; championing a high-performance culture; supporting employees through all stages of the employment lifecycle; translating organizational goals into actionable HR solutions; drive actionable insights that inform HR strategy; ensure compliance with employment laws, policies, and best practices; recommend risk mitigation strategies; ensure equitable, data-driven outcomes; address talent gaps; continuous improvement of HR processes and tools; ensure seamless employee experiences and data integrity

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Analyze HR data to surface trends and drive actionable insights; conflict resolution; navigate complex, sensitive ER matters

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

5–8+ years of progressive HR experience, at least 3 years in an HR Business Partner role, Experience with performance management, talent reviews, and compensation processes, Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations issues independently and with sound judgment, business acumen and the ability to connect HR strategies to business outcomes, written and verbal communication, active listening, and the ability to build relationships, challenge, coach, and influence leaders at all levels — including delivering hard messages with empathy and clarity, Working knowledge of federal and state employment law (multi-state experience a plus in a domestic U. S. context), Proven ability to navigate complex, sensitive ER matters with discretion, conduct thorough investigations, document defensibly, and balance employee advocacy with organizational risk, Compensation administration experience including pay structures, leveling, equity, pay equity principles, and market benchmarking sufficient to advise on offers, promotions, and annual planning, Ability to manage multiple priorities and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment, Proficiency with HRIS systems and HR reporting/analytics

Nice to Have

PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP certification preferred, Startup or high growth company experience strongly preferred

What You'll Do.

Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders

aligning people strategies with business objectives and embedding workforce considerations into planning cycles

Partner on organizational design

and change management

Analyze HR data to surface trends and drive actionable insights that inform HR strategy

Mentor junior team members and represent HR in cross-functional initiatives

Lead performance and talent processes (goal-setting

high-potential identification)

Coach managers on feedback

and performance management

Partner on learning and development programs aligned to business needs

Manage complex employee relations matters

including investigations

and separation ensuring compliance with employment laws

Maintain thorough documentation

and recommend risk mitigation strategies

Serve as a resource for employee concerns and oversee key external HR partnerships

Own and update the Employee Handbook

Advise on compensation decisions across offers

partnering with Finance on equity program administration

Support annual compensation planning to ensure equitable

Educate employees and managers on total rewards programs

Partner with recruiting on job leveling

and workforce planning to address talent gaps

Drive scalable HRBP practices and continuous improvement of HR processes and tools

Lead or support key initiatives (engagement surveys

Partner cross-functionally to ensure seamless employee experiences and data integrity

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

represent HR in cross-functional initiatives; Partner cross-functionally to ensure seamless employee experiences

Communication Scope

written and verbal communication; active listening; ability to build relationships; challenge leaders; coach leaders; influence leaders; delivering hard messages with empathy and clarity

Full Job Description

Brief summary of role: The Senior People Business Partner (Sr. HRBP) serves as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to business leaders across the organization. This role drives people strategies that align with business objectives, championing a high-performance culture while supporting employees through all stages of the employment lifecycle. As a key member of the People Team, this role blends strategic thinking and a hands-on approach, translating organizational goals into actionable HR solutions. What you will be doing: Strategic HR Partnership Serve as a trusted advisor to leaders, aligning people strategies with business objectives and embedding workforce considerations into planning cycles Partner on organizational design, team effectiveness, and change management Analyze HR data to surface trends and drive actionable insights that inform HR strategy Mentor junior team members and represent HR in cross-functional initiatives Talent Management & Development Lead performance and talent processes (goal-setting, reviews, calibrations, succession, high-potential identification) Coach managers on feedback, development, and performance management, including PIPs Partner on learning and development programs aligned to business needs Employee Relations & Compliance Manage complex employee relations matters, including investigations, conflict resolution, and separation ensuring compliance with employment laws, policies, and best practices Maintain thorough documentation, identify trends, and recommend risk mitigation strategies Serve as a resource for employee concerns and oversee key external HR partnerships Own and update the Employee Handbook Compensation & Workforce Planning Advise on compensation decisions across offers, promotions, and equity, partnering with Finance on equity program administration Support annual compensation planning to ensure equitable, data-driven outcomes Educate employees and managers on total rewards programs Partner with recruiting on

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