Senior HR Business Partner

Upside•Washington, DC

1d•$127,000 - $160,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior HR Business Partner at Upside, you will support multiple client groups and partner closely with people managers to drive strong employee experiences and business outcomes. You will focus on manager-level and team-level partnership while contributing to broader People & Workplace initiatives that help Upside scale. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being hands-on, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and wants to grow their impact as a strategic people partner.

Requirements

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 role in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Experience supporting Engineering and/or Sales teams as an HRBP.
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.

Nice To Haves

Willingness to travel occasionally, as needed.

Responsibilities

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.