Human Resources Business Partner

It’s an amazing time to join Pocket FM as we continue shaping the future of audio entertainment both in the United States and globally. We are a leading audio OTT platform with a vast collection of series, podcasts, and audiobooks across a wide variety of genres. With over 100k+ hours of content and 200k+ creators, Pocket FM has one of the largest libraries on the planet and we have grown a community of 100 million listeners, spending an average of over 150 minutes in-app every day. Total streaming of Pocket FM audio series now tops 4 billion minutes monthly. We are seeking a strategic and people-driven HR Business Partner to support our rapidly growing team. This role will act as a trusted advisor to business leaders and employees, offering hands-on support and guidance across all core HR areas. You will help shape and scale our people operations as we grow, ensuring we maintain a strong culture and high performance across our workforce in California and throughout the U.S. The HRBP will play a critical role in employee relations, organizational design, performance management, compliance, and workforce planning. This position requires a deep understanding of California labor laws and multi-state employment practices, as well as the ability to influence and coach at all levels of the organization. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary HR business partner for assigned business groups across the organization. Provide proactive support in performance management, coaching, employee relations, and organizational design. Advise on team structure, headcount planning, and change management during rapid growth and transformation. Act as a culture champion by driving engagement, morale, and retention strategies. Guide managers through employee lifecycle events including promotions, terminations, and corrective actions. Monitor and ensure compliance with California and federal labor laws, as well as multi- state employment regulations. Conduct stay interviews, exit interviews, and feedback loops to inform HR strategies. Analyze HR metrics and trends to advise leadership on workforce health, risks, and opportunities. Support and implement DEI initiatives, internal mobility efforts, and talent calibration reviews. Collaborate with internal stakeholders including Legal, Finance, and department heads on people-related initiatives and policy updates. Champion internal communication and support change management strategies across teams. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field. SHRM-CP, PHR, or similar HR certification. 5+ years of progressive HRBP experience, preferably in high-growth or startup environments. Strong knowledge of California employment law and experience supporting multi-state teams. Proven ability to balance strategic thinking with tactical execution. Experience with HRIS platforms such as BambooHR, Lattice, or similar tools. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills Term: Full-time Compensation: $125k-$165k Annually You can get more updates, insights and everything behind the scenes at Pocket FM here - #J-18808-Ljbffr