Starbucks · 12 hours ago
partner relations consultant – Partner Relations
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
4+ years expStarbucks is a company focused on creating a unique partner experience and developing extraordinary leaders. The Partner Relations Consultant plays a crucial role in consulting on employee relations, supporting retail leaders in addressing partner questions and concerns, and ensuring fair application of company policies and performance management.
CoffeeFood and BeverageRestaurantsTea
Responsibilities
Provide consultation and support to retail leaders on performance management, employee relations issues and applicable company policies and employment laws, in accordance with Starbucks Mission and Values
Solicit and listen to partners’ ideas, questions and concerns. Take an active role in resolving roadblocks or investigating workplace concerns within the context of a growth mindset
Provide information and facilitate partners' ability to obtain information about Partner Resources programs
Close collaboration with peers, senior partner resources business partners and other Partner Resources COE specialists for guidance and to ensure consistent and equitable application of Starbucks policies, procedures, standards
Participates in team calibration discussions to ensure that consistent advice is provided
Manage assigned workload of cases; ensuring that cases are prioritized, responded to and handled according to Standard Operating Procedures
Prepare detailed case documentation and related communications; ensuring clarity, accuracy and the appropriate level of detail
Participate in projects to improve the partner experience and/or drive efficiency. May lead one or more work streams of a related project
Qualification
Required
B.A. or B.S. in Business, Psychology, Education, Communication, or related field. Closely-related human resources work experience or training may substitute for advanced education on a year-for-year basis
4 years of Human Resources generalist or related operations leadership experience with an emphasis on employee relations, including coaching/performance management, consultation and performance development
1 year of consulting with internal clients to identify business needs and recommend solutions
Knowledge of the principles and practices of human resources management
Knowledge of local, federal, and state employment laws and regulations
Ability to apply consultative skills in a business environment
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Ability to prioritize multiple demands effectively based on business needs
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment
Ability to adapt and operate as an optimistic change agent
Proven ability to quickly establish effective working relationships, including by phone or electronic communications rather than face-to-face contact
Ability to learn company operations, policies and procedures
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Paid parental leave
Family expansion reimbursement
Paid vacation from date of hire
Sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
Eight paid holidays
Two personal days per year
Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
Incentivized emergency savings
Financial well-being tools
100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
Student loan management resources
Access to other educational opportunities
Backup care
DACA reimbursement
Company
Starbucks
Starbucks is a restaurant chain that serves handcrafted ready-to-drink beverages, including coffee, tea, juices, and snack food items.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (208)
2024 (127)
2023 (130)
2022 (172)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$2.65BKey Investors
Elliott Management Corp.Pershing Square Capital Management
2025-05-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.75B
2024-07-19Post Ipo Equity
2018-10-10Post Ipo Equity· $900M
Leadership Team
Brian R. Niccol
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Cathy R. Smith
CFO
Recent News
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