Employee Relations Business Partner

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 office, 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 escalate complex or sensitive matters as needed

What you bring

• 5+ 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