HR Business Partner

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 employee, you will tackle unique, meaningful, and large-scale problems alongside passionate coworkers, all the while making a rewarding impact and Keeping Commerce Human.

We believe exceptional companies are built by exceptional teams, and we're intentional about it. That means hiring great people, setting them up for success from day one, and giving them real reasons to grow their careers here. We invest in development that goes beyond promotions, and we foster the trust and relationships that help people do their best work together.

What’s the role?
As an HR Business Partner primarily supporting our Product and Engineering 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 Director, HR Business Partners for Product and Engineering.

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

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to salary, you'll be eligible for an equity package, an annual performance bonus, and our competitive benefits that support you and your family. Base salary is determined by your location, skills, and experience.

Etsy uses two geographic pay zones to reflect the labor markets where we compete for talent: one called Geo-1, covering the New York City metropolitan area, San Francisco Bay Area, and Seattle metropolitan area, and one called Geo-2, covering all other U.S. locations. Salary ranges for this role vary by zone and are listed below.

Location

We prioritize candidates based within commutable distance of Etsy’s Brooklyn Office. Depending on proximity, we ask team members to come in once or twice per week. Remote candidates outside commutable distance may be considered on a case-by-case basis, with the expectation of occasional travel to the office. Learn more details about our work modes and workplace safety policies here.

Salary Range:

• Geo-1: 120,000.00 - 162,000.00 USD Annual
• Geo-2: 108,000.00 - 146,000.00 USD Annual



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 and is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion or creed, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship or immigration status, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status**, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law**. If, due to a disability, you need an accommodation during any part of the interview or hiring process, please let your recruiter know and we will work with you to meet your needs. While Etsy supports visa sponsorship, sponsorship opportunities may be limited to certain roles and skills.