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Lots of tech companies disrupt. But many fail when they try to scale. Were different. CockroachDB makes it easier for companies to build and scale apps. This is how and why were helping some of the most innovative companies on the planet. We tackle problems head-on and focus on solutions that create lasting impact.

Because when our customers win we all win.

The Role

We are looking for an Associate HR Business Partner to join our People team at Cockroach Labs. This role is based in our Austin office and will support our Marketing Revenue and Talent Programs teams. As an Associate HRBP you will serve as a collaborative partner to leaders and employees helping to drive engagement operational excellence and development across our GTM functions. You will also help support Talent Programs at the company-wide level.

This role will require someone who is willing to be flexible and tactical someone who is energized by rolling up their sleeves solving problems and building foundational programs in partnership with others across the People team.

You Will

• Partner closely with managers and leaders across Marketing and Revenue to support performance talent programs and employee development.
• Facilitate core HR programs and processes (e.g. check-ups annual reviews engagement surveys) offering guidance and ensuring alignment with company goals.
• Serve as a generalist across a range of HR responsibilities including onboarding employee experience internal communications and people operations.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with the broader People team to deliver high-quality consistent programs and policies including support for Talent Programs.
• Act as a trusted resource for employees helping them navigate their experience at Cockroach Labs and connect to the right support systems.
• Support data hygiene systems updates and administrative activities as needed to keep our people processes running smoothly.
• Champion an inclusive and engaging culture contributing to efforts that increase belonging communication and collaboration.
• Act as the primary liaison for Marketing HR needs aligning with Principal HRBP for broader GTM strategies.
• Work closely with the Principal GTM HRBP (the manager for this role) for alignment of GTM global HR and business initiatives.

The Expectations

In your first 30 days you will get to know our HR tools processes and team structure. Youll meet with stakeholders across GTM (primarily Marketing) functions and begin to understand team needs.

In your first 60 days youll start to own specific HR responsibilities supporting managers through core programs and surfacing opportunities for process improvement.

By 90 days youll be fully embedded in our People team rhythms. Youll be the go-to partner for key teams and a critical connector between our HR programs and the day-to-day needs of employees.

You Have

• 35 years of relevant HR experience ideally in a fast-paced or high-growth company.
• Experience supporting client groups in an HRBP or generalist capacity.
• Comfort with ambiguity and a willingness to take on a range of responsibilities from administrative to strategic.
• A collaborative working style and strong relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
• An understanding of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices and a desire to learn additional geographies.
• High level of discernment discretion and ability to apply an impartial but thoughtful lens to complex business and personnel situations.

The Team

Reporting to: Bethany Andries Principal HR Business Partner GTM
As Cockroach Labs Global GTM HRBP Bethany elevates our GotoMarket People experience with strategic rigor and industryleading best practices. She joined in November2023 and has supported the GTM team through rapid growth and strategic business and organizational realignment.
Located in Cockroachs Sales Center of Excellence in Austin Texas Bethany seeks true partnerships with business leaders aiming to align and bridge business and people strategy. Her HR journey spans SaaS and financial services rooted in nearly a decade in NewYork where she refined her approach to HR strategy policy and alignment.

Whether shes building transformative people programs energizing GTM teams or channeling her competitive spirit on the pickleball courts Bethany brings practical collaboration and an unwavering commitment to excellence and accountability ensuring every Roacher feels empowered to build scale and thrive.

Cockroach Labs is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you need additional accommodations to feel comfortable during your interview process please email us at .

Cockroach Labs has a hybrid work model with Roachers that are local to one of our offices coming in on Mondays Tuesdays and Thursdays and working flexibly the rest of the week. While weve learned valuable lessons working remotely nothing can replace the connection creativity and fun that occurs when Roachers get together and we are committed to fostering a workplace that encourages collaboration and allows us all to do our best work.

Benefits

• Stock Options
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Professional Development Funds
• Flexible Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Benefits
• Mental Wellbeing Benefits
• And more!