Associate HR Business Partner

Block is one company built from many blocks, all united by the same purpose of economic empowerment. The blocks that form our foundational teams - People, Finance, Counsel, Hardware, Information Security, Platform Infrastructure Engineering, and more - provide support and guidance at the corporate level. They work across business groups and around the globe, spanning time zones and disciplines to develop inclusive People policies, forecast finances, give legal counsel, safeguard systems, nurture new initiatives, and more. Every challenge creates possibilities, and we need different perspectives to see them all. Bring yours to Block.
The Role
We're looking for Associate HR Business Partners (AHRBPs) to join our global HRBP team. Aligned centrally under our HRBP Enablement team, AHRBPs are embedded within global functions and work alongside HRBPs to operationalize and deliver impactful people programs. Whether it's managing performance processes, supporting rollout and analysis of employee experience surveys, or supporting compensation planning, you'll be essential in scaling and elevating the HRBP function at Block.
You'll gain exposure to high-impact work across the globe, develop technical and strategic skills, and grow through hands-on experience with the support of HRBP mentors and the broader Enablement team. This is a client-facing role where you'll partner directly with employees and managers to provide coaching and guidance, answer questions, facilitate training, and drive day-to-day HR execution within your client group.
The ideal candidate is curious, proactive, and energized by building. You take ownership of your work, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to learn how HR can influence business outcomes. You're organized, detail-oriented, and capable of juggling multiple priorities. You're also someone who sees ambiguity and challenges as opportunities-excited to grow your skills and take on increasingly strategic work over time.
This is a great role for someone who wants to build the fundamental competencies and experiences to eventually develop into a future HRBP. We're hiring multiple Associate HRBPs to support different parts of the business, all centrally aligned under our HRBP Enablement team for consistency, growth, and impact.
While we are a remote first company, preference will be given to candidates who are based in the PST time zone.
You're the kind of person who:
Collaborates with humility: You're a true team player who prioritizes collective success over individual recognition. You assume positive intent, show respect to all, and believe that the best ideas come from working together.
Takes initiative and solves problems: You have a bias toward action. You don't just surface problems-you bring ideas and options to the table, take ownership, and work toward resolution.
Stays optimistic, even in ambiguity: You approach challenges with curiosity and a "glass half full" mindset. When faced with complexity or change, you bring steadiness, enthusiasm, and a solutions-first attitude.
Embodies a growth mindset: You ask thoughtful questions, seek feedback, and reflect quickly. You challenge the status quo when needed and treat mistakes as opportunities to grow and improve.
You Will

• Provide guidance and support directly to employees and managers, coaching them on people-related matters and influencing effective decision-making to drive team performance, engagement, and alignment with HR best practices.
• Escalate complex or sensitive issues appropriately, ensuring timely resolution and alignment with internal processes and partners.
• Collaborate closely with HRBPs and COEs to deliver key people programs and projects, including org design, talent reviews, team effectiveness, and policy design.
• Drive end-to-end performance management, in close partnership with your client group(s) in all markets, supporting Block People's mission to foster and sustain a high-performance culture.
• Drive or support execution of cyclical programs such as compensation planning, promotion processes and audits, talent reviews, performance evaluations, and employee experience surveys (Pulse).
• Analyze people data and trends to support reporting, insights, and strategic decision-making within your client group.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships across the People team-including with People Operations, Compensation, Talent, People Analytics, and other COEs-to coordinate and deliver seamless experiences.
• Proactively identify opportunities to improve HR processes and tools, in partnership with HR Enablement, contributing to a more scalable and efficient operating model.
• Maintain compliance and data accuracy through regular audits and other administrative responsibilities.
• Apply a global perspective when partnering with client groups and cross-functional stakeholders across international markets-ensuring alignment with local employment laws, cultural norms, market-specific practices, and coordination with the appropriate local stakeholders and COE partners.

You Have

• 3-5 years experience in an HR generalist, people operations, or business partner support role
• Familiarity with administering cyclical or ongoing people programs, such as performance management, compensation planning, or engagement survey program
• Excellent communication skills-written, verbal, and interpersonal-with the ability to influence and build trust across varying levels of seniority and partners
• Experience in client-facing HRBP work and coaching mid-senior leaders through complex people challenges
• Experience working with HR systems and tools (e.g. Workday, Visier, Glint, Looker)
• Proficiency in data tools such as Google Sheets/Excel (including pivot tables, formulas, and dashboards)
• Strong judgment and discretion when working with sensitive issues; able to identify when to escalate appropriately
• Analytical mindset with a proven ability to interpret data, identify trends, and support decision-making through actionable insights
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• A proactive, principled, and solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving, grounded in pragmatism and adaptability
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and navigate ambiguity with curiosity, resilience, and optimism
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical handling of sensitive information

Lastly, If You Join Us on this Journey, We Commit to Your Growth:
If you join us on this journey, here's what you can expect in return:

• Clear development and growth. You'll have a structured development path designed to build capabilities and confidence, including regular milestone check-ins and intentional opportunities to flex new skills.
• Consistent support. You'll be part of a centralized AHRBP team with shared expectations, mentorship opportunities, and access to a broader Enablement team that is invested in your success.
• Real exposure to strategic work. You'll sit in on org design conversations, talent reviews, change management discussions, and more-because we believe that growth comes from proximity to the work.
• A team that lives our values. We collaborate with humility, lead with optimism, and take a "figure it out" approach to problem-solving. You'll be supported by people who want you to succeed and grow, and who know we're better together.

This role is designed to build lasting capability-not just for the next role, but for a long-term career in strategic HR. We're excited to invest in your growth and walk with you as you build toward what's next.
We're working to build a more inclusive economy where our customers have equal access to opportunity, and we strive to live by these same values in building our workplace. Block is an equal opportunity employer evaluating all employees and job applicants without regard to identity or any legally protected class. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and "fair chance" ordinances.
We believe in being fair, and are committed to an inclusive interview experience, including providing reasonable accommodations to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process. We encourage applicants to share any needed accommodations with their recruiter, who will treat these requests as confidentially as possible. Want to learn more about what we're doing to build a workplace that is fair and square? Check out our I+D page .
Block takes a market-based approach to pay, and pay may vary depending on your location. U.S. locations are categorized into one of four zones based on a cost of labor index for that geographic area. The successful candidate's starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.
To find a location's zone designation, please refer to this resource . If a location of interest is not listed, please speak with a recruiter for additional information.
Zone A:
$92,300 - $138,500 USD
Zone B:
$85,800 - $128,800 USD
Zone C:
$78,500 - $117,700 USD
Zone D:
$69,300 - $103,900 USD
Use of AI in Our Hiring Process
We may use automated AI tools to evaluate job applications for efficiency and consistency. These tools comply with local regulations, including bias audits, and we handle all personal data in accordance with state and local privacy laws.
Contact us at [email protected] with hiring practice or data usage questions.
Every benefit we offer is designed with one goal: empowering you to do the best work of your career while building the life you want. Remote work, medical insurance, flexible time off, retirement savings plans, and modern family planning are just some of our offering. Check out our other benefits at Block.
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