HR Business Partner

Coinbase; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 176,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cryptocurrency company in Pierre, South Dakota, is seeking an HR Business Partner to collaborate with leaders and enhance company culture. The ideal candidate has significant HR experience and is skilled in stakeholder management and data-driven decision-making. This role supports employee development, org health, and performance management within a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience as an HR professional, chief of staff, or consultant.
• Ability to create, improve, and execute on people processes and programs.
• Proven stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead people programs enhancing company culture.
• Partner with leaders on org design and planning.
• Provide coaching on professional development.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Integrity and confidentiality

Job description

Overview

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of? At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system. We’re seeking a very specific candidate who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. The HR Business Partner will support one or more functional teams, translating business strategy into people & org strategy, and collaborating with leaders on engagement, org health, performance management, employee development, diversity, policy, and more. In-person participation is required throughout the year, with team and company-wide offsites to foster collaboration and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.

The HR Business Partner is a key member of our People team, working to improve and impact every employee’s experience at Coinbase, using data and sound judgment to influence growth and scale of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Work with relevant stakeholders to spearhead people programs and strategies that enhance our culture, including performance management, compensation, talent development & feedback, employee engagement & retention, and internal communications.
• Partner with functional leaders on org design, planning, and relevant people strategies at scale.
• Provide coaching on skill & professional development, career pathing and leveling, change management, and sensitive people situations.
• Identify and advise leaders on the development needs of their teams and functions.
• Approach people matters with an eye toward compliance and reducing risks; help build and apply HR policies and manage global employee relations issues.
• Analyze trends and use data to develop people insights and influence change.
• Build strong working relationships across the business and with the People Team COEs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience as an HR professional, chief of staff, or consultant.
• Ability to create, improve, and execute on people processes and programs with efficient execution.
• Proven stakeholder management skills with poise and good judgment in nuanced situations.
• Data-driven decision making experience or demonstrated analytical thinking.
• Clear communication and escalation skills.
• Comfort with giving and receiving feedback across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Motivation to solve problems in ambiguous environments.
• Strong integrity, confidentiality, work ethic, and ownership & accountability.

Compensation and Notice

Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full-time offers include target bonus, target equity, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).

Pay Range: $176,035—$207,100 USD

Additional Information

Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to evaluate how your skills align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

Equal Opportunity and Privacy

Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected characteristics. Coinbase will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. For US applicants, you may view the Employee Rights and Know Your Rights notices, and Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program where required. Coinbase is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities; please contact accommodations at Coinbase.

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AI Disclosure: For select roles, Coinbase is piloting AI tools for initial screening and interview transcription. A human recruiter will review responses, and applicants will be informed of the use of such tools. These pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment. To request accommodations due to disability, contact accommodations.