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UpsideUpsideWashington, DC

Senior HR Business Partner

Senior HR Business Partner supporting Engineering and Retail teams with performance management, employee relations, talent programs, and scaling people initiatives in a hybrid role.

127k – 160k/yr
Hybrid5+ YOEPeople Ops

About the role

What you’ll do

  • Partner with people managers across multiple client groups, such as Engineering and Retail Go-To-Market, to support day-to-day people needs and deliver consistent, high-quality HR support.
  • Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance management, employee development, engagement, and team efficiency.
  • Support and implement people programs and processes, including performance reviews, talent discussions, and employee development initiatives.
  • Analyze people data and trends to find opportunities and recommend practical, actionable solutions.
  • Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees, encouraging open communication and reinforcing Upside’s culture and core values.
  • Manage employee relations matters with fairness, discretion, and partnership with senior HR leaders as appropriate.
  • Support organizational change initiatives and evolving team needs in a scaling company.
  • Partner cross-functionally within the People & Workplace team to deploy programs, policies, and tools.
  • Escalate and collaborate with the Sr. Principal HRBP on complex or sensitive matters involving senior leaders or broader organizational impact.
  • Contribute to building and maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and safe work environment.

Competencies You'll Need

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 5+ years of experience in an HR Business Partner or comparable HR role in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
  • Working Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices, with the ability to apply them thoughtfully and consistently.
  • Experience supporting people managers and employees across a variety of teams or functions.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
  • Comfort operating in ambiguity and adapting as business needs evolve.
  • Ability to balance empathy with sound judgment and discretion.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization.
  • A hands-on mentality with a bias for action and continuous improvement.
  • Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.

Compensation

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $127,000 - $160,000 + equity + benefits.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on Day 1
  • Equity (ISOs)
  • 401(k) program
  • Family planning programs + paid parental leave
  • Physical fitness and wellness memberships
  • Emotional and mental health support programs
  • Unlimited PTO + 10 paid federal holidays + our annual, week-long Winter Break
  • Flexible work environment
  • Lunch reimbursement for in-office employees
  • Employee Resource Groups
  • Learning and Development stipend

Skills

Hr Business PartnerPerformance ManagementEmployee RelationsTalent ManagementEmployee DevelopmentPeople Data AnalysisEmployment LawOrganizational Change

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