pro (HR) business partner senior - Finance

Now Brewing – senior, pro-business partner Driving Talent Strategy for Finance #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 that 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.

A senior pro-business partner contributes to Starbucks’ success by leading talent and organizational strategy that enables business performance, builds leadership capability and drives partner engagement. In this role, you will serve as a strategic advisor to senior leaders across the Finance organization, shaping talent plans, strengthening team effectiveness and leading organizational priorities aligned to business goals. You will operate as both a business partner and trusted thought partner —using data, insights and deep HR expertise to diagnose challenges, influence decisions and deliver measurable outcomes. As Starbucks continues its transformation, this role plays a critical part in advancing the Back to Starbucks strategy by ensuring teams are aligned, capable and positioned to drive the business. We take pride in all our partners modeling and acting in accordance with the Starbucks mission and values, and as a senior pro-business partner, you will be a leader in this space.

As a senior, pro-business partner you will…

Professional Expertise

• Shapes team performance strategy by diagnosing team dynamics and translating business priorities into capability-building actions.
• Coach’s leaders using growth mindset principles; drives timely, high-quality performance actions and leader capability.
• Leads delivery of enterprise talent practices (e.g., performance and development rhythms) in a way that improves execution quality and partner experience.
• Creates a tight feedback loop with COEs to improve practices based on what’s happening in the client group (culture, org health, partner engagement).

Business Acumen & Problem Solving

• Uses data and listeni