Employee Relations Business Partner

Robinhood; Westlake (TX); Hybrid; USD 146,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (100% employee)

Equity

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Mental health benefits

Fertility benefits

Life & disability insurance

Catered meals

Job summary

Robinhood is seeking an Employee Relations Business Partner to support day-to-day ER operations and maintain a fair, compliant workplace. This is an early-career friendly role to learn ER foundations while impacting multiple HR areas.

The role requires in-person presence at Chicago, IL and Westlake, TX offices at least 3 days a week, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, data analysis, and training support.

Qualifications

• 10 years of HR experience with at least 3 years in ER/HRBP roles in high-growth settings.
• Ability to partner across levels and departments to drive ER strategies.
• Strong knowledge of state and federal employment laws and HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Align ER policies with legal requirements and company values.
• Track feedback, conduct research, and coordinate updates with stakeholders.
• Support cross-functional partners by preparing resources and scheduling meetings.
• Assist ER investigations and observe interviews under senior guidance.
• Support ER-related training with Learning & Development and Legal.
• Maintain ER case records in HR Acuity and produce routine reports.
• Assist in severance agreements and accommodation logistics.
• Monitor ER inbox and escalate complex or sensitive matters.

Skills

Employee relations

HR data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Investigations

Policy & compliance

Communication

HR Acuity

Case management

Performance management

Decision support

Tools

HR Acuity

Job description

Join us in building the future of finance.

Our mission is to democratize finance for all. An estimated $124 trillion of assets will be inherited by younger generations in the next two decades. The largest transfer of wealth in human history. If you’re ready to be at the epicenter of this historic cultural and financial shift, keep reading.

About the team + role

We are building an elite team, applying frontier technologies to the world’s biggest financial problems. We’re looking for bold thinkers. Sharp problem-solvers. Builders who are wired to make an impact. Robinhood isn’t a place for complacency, it’s where ambitious people do the best work of their careers. We’re a high-performing, fast-moving team with ethics at the center of everything we do. Expectations are high, and so are the rewards.

As an Employee Relations Business Partner, you will play a critical supporting role on the Employee Relations team. You’ll assist with the day-to-day employee relations operations, ensuring we maintain a fair, compliant, and supportive workplace. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their HR career to learn the foundations of employee relations and contribute substantially across multiple areas.

This role is based in our Chicago, IL and Westlake, TX offices, with in-person attendance expected at least 3 days per week.

At Robinhood, we believe in the power of in-person work to accelerate progress, spark innovation, and strengthen community. Our office experience is intentional, energizing, and designed to fully support high-performing teams.

What You’ll Do

• Align employee relations (ER) policies with legal requirements and company values
• Assist with tracking feedback, conducting research, compiling data, and coordinating updates with internal stakeholders.
• Support cross-functional partners by preparing resources, scheduling meetings, and tracking follow-ups
• Assist in ER investigations and observe interviews under the guidance of senior ER team members
• Collaborate with Learning & Development and Legal to support ER-related training initiatives. Assist in preparing materials and managing logistics for sessions on topics such as investigations, policy adherence, and performance management
• Maintain accurate case records in HR Acuity, ensure documentation meets compliance standards, and produce routine reports
• Assist in managing severance agreements and accommodation logistics, including documentation and vendor communication
• Monitor the ER team inbox, respond to standard inquiries, and elevate complex or sensitive matters as needed

What You Bring

• 10 years of HR experience, including a minimum of 3 years in employee relations or HR business partner roles in dynamic, high-growth environments
• Ability to collaborate across levels and departments to support ER strategies and outcomes
• Knowledge of core HR practices and employment laws at both the state and federal level
• Familiarity with ER areas, such as performance management, corrective action, and conflict resolution; you are able to navigate complex conversations and provide objective input
• Ability to analyze people data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with attention to detail
• Experience with HR tools, including case management systems (e.g., HR Acuity)

What We Offer

• Challenging, high-impact work to grow your career
• Performance driven compensation with multipliers for outsized impact, bonus programs, equity ownership, and 401(k) matching
• Best in class benefits to fuel your work, including 100% paid health insurance for employees with 90% coverage for dependents
• Lifestyle wallet - a highly flexible benefits spending account for wellness, learning, and more
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance, fertility benefits, and mental health benefits
• Time off to recharge including company holidays, paid time off, sick time, parental leave, and more!
• Exceptional office experience with catered meals, events, and comfortable workspaces

In addition to the base pay range listed below, this role is also eligible for bonus opportunities + equity + benefits.

Base pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. The expected base pay range for this role is based on the location where the work will be performed and is aligned to one of 3 compensation zones. For other locations not listed, compensation can be discussed with your recruiter during the interview process.

Base Pay Range

• Zone 1 (Menlo Park, CA; New York, NY; Bellevue, WA; Washington, DC): $166,000—$195,000 USD
• Zone 2 (Denver, CO; Westlake, TX; Chicago, IL): $146,000—$172,000 USD
• Zone 3 (Lake Mary, FL; Clearwater, FL; Gainesville, FL): $129,000—$152,000 USD

Robinhood provides equal opportunity for all applicants, offers reasonable accommodations upon request, and complies with applicable equal employment and privacy laws. Inclusion is built into how we hire and work—welcoming different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences so everyone can do their best. Please review the Privacy Policy for your country of application.