HR Business Partner, Retail, Northwest Region, SF Bay Area

Sephora is a company that values beauty and inclusivity, and they are seeking an HR Business Partner to support field leadership in aligning HR strategies with business objectives. This role involves managing core HR functions, driving performance and engagement, and ensuring a positive employee experience across the retail region.

Responsibilities:

• 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; and lead change management efforts to support organizational effectiveness
• Drive performance management and feedback processes; lead talent reviews, succession planning, promotions, and leadership coaching; facilitate training and development initiatives; and manage annual HR cycles including performance reviews, talent calibration, and compensation planning
• 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 and support data‑driven decision making; and support culture‑building programs that foster high performance and employee satisfaction
• Conduct and manage employee relations investigations; ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies; manage leave of absence and accommodation processes; and handle sensitive employee matters with confidentiality and integrity
• 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; and support execution of broader HR initiatives across the region and company
• 25-40% travel within assigned region

Requirements:

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