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

Sephora is a company that celebrates diversity and inclusivity, empowering individuals to feel valued. They are seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to align HR strategies with business objectives in the retail sector, focusing on performance management, talent development, and employee relations.

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
• Travel & Store Visits: 25-40% 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