HR Business Partner, Operations & Marketing

Company Description
Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods. We build, power, and evolve the tools and technologies that connect millions of entrepreneurs with millions of buyers around the world. As an Etsy Inc. employee, whether a team member of Etsy or Depop, you will tackle unique, meaningful, and large-scale problems alongside passionate coworkers, all the while making a rewarding impact and Keeping Commerce Human.

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What’s the role?
As an HR Business Partner primarily supporting our Operations and Marketing teams, you’ll play a key role in partnering with leaders to drive people strategies that enable business success. You’ll work closely with managers and leaders, providing thoughtful guidance on a wide range of people topics while helping to build engaged, high-performing teams.
 

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing hands-on execution with growing strategic exposure, and who takes pride in strong follow-through and delivering high-quality work.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Principal HR Business Partner. In addition to salary, you will also be eligible for an equity package, an annual performance bonus, and our competitive benefits that support you and your family as part of your total rewards package at Etsy. 
 

This role requires your presence in Etsy’s Brooklyn Office once or twice per week depending on your proximity to the office. Candidates living within commutable distance of Etsy’s Brooklyn Office Hub may be the first to be considered. Learn more details about our  work modes and workplace safety policies here.

What’s this team like at Etsy?

• We operate as thought partners, working side-by-side with leaders to understand business context and solve real challenges.

• The team values ownership and follow-through which means we trust each other to take the lead and deliver high-impact work. You’ll learn from experienced Senior HRBPs and leaders, with opportunities to take on increasingly complex and strategic work as you grow.

• We share knowledge openly, give direct and constructive feedback, and actively support each other’s development. There’s a strong sense of collaboration and flexibility and we step in where needed and navigate ambiguity together.

• We’re continuously evolving how we work, iterating on HRBP processes, programs, and ways of working to improve impact. 
   

What does the day-to-day look like?

In this role, you’ll work closely with leaders to execute these strategies in practice. This involves:

• Building trusted relationships with leaders, providing guidance on people topics while balancing business needs with employee experience

• Managing employee relations matters, handling standard issues independently and partnering with Senior HRBPs and Employee Relations on more complex cases

• Supporting and coaching managers through performance management, development conversations, and team effectiveness

• Leading talent processes such as performance cycles, talent planning, and succession discussions

• Partnering with Recruiting and cross-functional stakeholders to support workforce planning and headcount management

• Leading and executing team-level organizational changes, ensuring thoughtful planning, clear communication, and alignment with broader organizational goals

• Using data and insights to identify trends and inform recommendations, with support as needed

• Contributing to projects and initiatives that enhance the impact and scalability of the HRBP function

• Of course, this is just a sample of the kinds of work this role will require! You should assume that your role will encompass other tasks, too, and that your job duties and responsibilities may change from time to time at Etsy's discretion, or otherwise applicable with local law.
   

Qualities that will help you thrive in this role are:

• 3–6+ years of experience in HR, with experience in HR Business Partnering or similar roles

• A strong relationship builder who influences through trust, clear communication, and sound judgment

• A thoughtful problem solver who connects business priorities, people strategies, and data to drive effective outcomes

• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and change, with the ability to prioritize and execute across multiple initiatives

• Skilled at managing sensitive situations with discretion, confidence, and empathy

• Experience coaching managers and supporting teams in dynamic, fast-paced environments

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What's Next
If you're interested in joining the team at Etsy, please share your resume with us and feel free to include a cover letter if you'd like. As we hope you've seen already, Etsy is a place that values individuality and variety. We don't want you to be like everyone else -- we want you to be like you! So tell us what you're all about.
 
Our Promise
At Etsy, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace furthers relevance, resilience, and longevity. We encourage people from all backgrounds, ages, abilities, and experiences to apply. Etsy is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know. While Etsy supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills.