Human Resources Business Partner

Stoke Space • Kent, WA

23d • $100,275 - $195,720

About The Position

Stoke is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to drive people strategy and execution across the growing company, supporting the Nova team responsible for designing, building, and testing a rapidly reusable rocket. This hands-on role spans the employee lifecycle, including workforce planning, performance, coaching, employee relations, and organizational development. The HRBP combines business acumen, sound HR judgment, and a practical, solutions-oriented approach, working strategically while also executing tactical work in a fast-growing environment.

The HRBP partners with leaders and managers on people, talent, and organizational matters; develops an understanding of business priorities and translates them into people strategies; and provides guidance on leadership effectiveness, employee development, performance, and sensitive workplace issues. The role also supports organizational design, headcount planning, compensation and performance cycles, and scalable HR programs. The successful candidate is self-directed, adaptable, able to work at pace, and able to build trust while demonstrating sound judgment and reinforcing a culture of accountability, integrity, and high performance.

Requirements

• At least 6 years of progressive HR experience in fast-paced environments, plus a degree in HR, business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to use judgment when navigating ambiguous situations.
• Ability to move seamlessly between developing and implementing strategic initiatives and executing tactical activities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including strong listening skills.
• Strong systems experience, including MS Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), HR Information Systems, Applicant Tracking Systems, Slack, and Confluence.
• Positive, can-do attitude and desire to be part of a fun, dynamic team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting complex engineering, hardware, or manufacturing groups.
• Rippling and Greenhouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor and thought partner to leaders and managers on people, talent, and organizational matters, translating business priorities into people strategies and solutions.
• Guide leaders on leadership effectiveness, communication, employee development, performance management, and difficult employee situations.
• Manage complex employee relations matters and sensitive workplace issues with empathy, judgment, integrity, and discretion.
• Partner with leaders throughout the performance management cycle, including goal setting, reviews, talent development, promotions, and performance improvement.
• Collaborate with the HR team on leadership development, talent planning, and initiatives that strengthen organizational capability.
• Coach leaders on team dynamics and management style, and provide resilient partnership under pressure.
• Partner with leaders on organizational design, headcount planning, team effectiveness, and organizational changes.
• Identify organizational and people trends and translate insights into practical recommendations that support business objectives.
• Partner with leaders and the Total Rewards team on compensation decisions, promotions, and organizational changes; support annual compensation and performance cycles and consistent application of the company’s compensation and leveling philosophy.
• Use employee feedback, people data, and business insights to identify trends, anticipate challenges, and recommend improvements to organizational effectiveness and employee experience.
• Collaborate across HR, Recruiting, and other functions to develop, improve, and implement practical, scalable HR programs and processes.
• Support company-wide people initiatives and organizational change efforts.
• Build credibility and trust with employees and managers through responsive, thoughtful, solutions-oriented support, strong partnerships, and follow-through.
• Demonstrate Stoke values, exercise sound judgment, and reinforce a culture of accountability, integrity, and high performance.

Benefits

• Equity in the form of stock options for regular, full-time employees.
• Comprehensive benefits program including subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Four weeks of paid time off.
• 11 holidays, including an end-of-year closure.
• Paid family/parental leave.
• On-site gym or monthly wellness stipend, depending on location.
• Dog-friendly offices.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level