Partner Relations Consultant

Partner Relations Consultant (Seattle, WA or Remote)

Job Number: 230059955

Location

US-WA-Seattle-Starbucks Support Center

Is this role eligible for remote or hybrid work? Yes-Remote

Starbucks – Human Resources

Pay Range $105,300 – $186,200/annually

Bonus Eligible Yes

Now Brewing Partner Relations Consultant! #tobeapartner

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition but also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.

Partner Relations is a Center of Excellence committed to supporting our partners and leaders with questions and concerns about their work environment.

This partner relations consultant is responsible for supporting partners and leaders in our Non-Retail/Support functions across U.S. and Canada with partner relations concerns, accommodations, performance management, and escalated partner issues. In this capacity, the PRC upholds, interprets, and provides coaching on Starbucks policies, procedures, and programs.

As a partner relations consultant, you will:

• Consult with Retail Support (Non-Retail) leaders on partner (employee) relations-related questions and concerns that involve a high degree of complexity or risk to the business.
• Lead complex investigations of partner relations issues and concerns involving allegations where there is a high degree of complexity or risk to the business. Lead resolution of issues in accordance with Starbucks standards.
• Provide performance management consultation to ensure accurate interpretation of employment laws and regulations and consistent development and delivery of corrective action.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with multiple Partner Resources teams and leadership teams in the Retail Support (Non-Retail) organization.
• Identify, lead, and/or participate in project work to ensure consistency across the organization and build leader capability in partner relations.
• Interpret and drive the evolution of Starbucks’ HR policies, procedures, standards, and practices.
• Analyze metrics and share insights. Share recommendations for building leadership capabilities.

We’d love to hear from people with:

• 6+ years of increasingly responsible human resources generalist or related experience with an emphasis on employee relations, including coaching/performance management, consultation, and performance development.
• 4+ years of consulting with internal clients to identify business needs and recommend solutions
• Experience influencing senior leaders
• Experience navigating non-retail and/or corporate environments
• Knowledge of local, federal, and state employment laws and regulations
• 3+ years of experience managing others, preferred
• BA or BS in Business, Psychology, Education, Communication, or a related field. Closely related human resources work experience or training may substitute for advanced education on a year-for-year basis.

Join us and be part of something bigger. Apply today!

The pay range for this position may be narrower than that displayed, depending on where the work is performed.

From free coffee to competitive pay, Starbucks is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time partners. Benefits include 100% tuition coverage through our Starbucks College Achievement Plan, health coverage with a variety of plans to choose from, and stock & savings programs like our equity reward program, Bean Stock. What’s more, Starbucks offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for paid time off. Visit starbucksbenefits.com for details.

If you live in greater Seattle, WA, we offer a flexible workplace that allows for hybrid work. Partners can work remotely up to two days per week.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We are committed to creating a diverse and welcoming workplace that includes partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving customers throughout our global communities. People of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal state and local ordinances. Starbucks Corporation is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at 206-318-0660 or via email at applicantaccommodation@starbucks.com.