[Hiring] HR Business Partner @sephora.com

Role Description

Ready for a career glow up? As a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP), you’ll support field leadership by aligning HR strategies with business objectives to drive performance, engagement, and a positive employee experience across your assigned retail region. Reporting to the HR Manager, you’ll act as a strategic advisor and coach to leaders, managing core HR functions including:

• Performance management
• Talent development
• Employee relations
• Compliance
• Culture initiatives

This is a remote market-based position requiring residency in the San Francisco Bay Area.

What You’ll Do

• Strategic HR Partnership:
  • Partner with Regional Directors, District Managers, and Store Managers to align HR strategies with business goals.
  • Advise leaders on talent decisions, team dynamics, and leadership development.
  • Lead change management efforts to support organizational effectiveness.
• Talent Management & Development:
  • Drive performance management and feedback processes.
  • Lead talent reviews, succession planning, promotions, and leadership coaching.
  • Facilitate training and development initiatives.
  • Manage annual HR cycles including performance reviews, talent calibration, and compensation planning.
• Culture, Engagement & HR Analytics:
  • Champion a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Lead employee engagement and retention strategies aligned with Sephora’s values.
  • Analyze HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, and absenteeism to identify trends.
  • Support culture-building programs that foster high performance and employee satisfaction.
• Employee Relations & Compliance:
  • Conduct and manage employee relations investigations.
  • Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
  • Manage leave of absence and accommodation processes.
  • Handle sensitive employee matters with confidentiality and integrity.
• Projects & Areas of Responsibility:
  • Assist with cyclical HR programs and cross-functional initiatives.
  • Coordinate training logistics and support overflow tasks.
  • Lead or contribute to ad hoc projects, process improvements, and special assignments.
  • Support execution of broader HR initiatives across the region and company.
• Travel & Store Visits: 25-40% within assigned region.

Qualifications

• Progressive HR Experience: Experience in HR Business Partner or generalist roles, preferably within retail or multi-unit environments.
• Leadership & Relationship Building: Proven ability to lead through change, influence decisions, and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
• HR Functional Expertise: Broad knowledge across performance management, succession planning, employee relations, employment law and compliance, and leave of absence and accommodation processes.
• Analytical & Technical Skills: Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret HR data, build presentations, tell a clear story with data, and make actionable recommendations.
• Self-Management & Accountability: Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously, take initiative, and consistently deliver high-quality work while maintaining ownership of outcomes.
• Education & Credentials: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field preferred; HR certifications such as PHR/SPHR or SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP preferred.

Benefits

• The annual base salary range for this position is $125,000.00 - $145,000.00.
• Individuals employed in this position may also be eligible to earn bonuses.
• Caring Community: Collaborate with teammates who are equally passionate about innovating and driving the industry forward.
• Fulfilling Path: Opportunities that will challenge, stretch, and develop your skills.
• Meaningful Work: Make an impact on beauty and see the positive change your individual voice is a part of.
• Health: Choose a healthcare plan with medical, dental, and vision coverage; Sephora fully covers employees’ disability and life insurance.
• Wealth: Competitive 401k with 4% match, FSA and HSA programs, and a Student Debt Retirement plan.
• Balance: Empowerment to find the perfect blend of work/life balance with PTO, flexibility, and protected leave.
• Growth: Access to training, development, and tuition reimbursement.
• Perks: 30% discount on all merchandise/services, opportunities for free product or “gratis,” and flash sale discounts on LVMH brand products.
• Support: Free mental health and financial coaching resources with 24/7 access to Modern Health and Financial Finesse.