Senior HR Business Partner (Sales HR Team)

Semrush is a brand visibility platform, empowering marketers to command their online presence and create measurable impact. We unify SEO authority and AI visibility, so brands are found, cited, and chosen everywhere search happens. That’s how Semrush gained the trust of over 28 million users—from scaling startups to Fortune 500 companies.

Here, you own the way you work, but we move as one unbeatable team.

We don’t just lead the market, we’re busy creating the world where Semrush is an unfair advantage for every marketer.

We move fast in ways to help you grow. Here, you have room to experiment, keep what works, and learn quickly from what doesn’t.

Ready to share our ambition and make an impact? Then, this role may be for you.

As the Senior HR Business Partner for Sales, you aren't just "support"- you’re a co-pilot. You don't just follow policies; you build the engine. One day you’re a strategic architect, redesigning the team structure to scale; the next, you’re a coach, helping leaders turn "high potential" into "high performance."

You own the full cycle, from succession planning to engagement, and you bridge the gap between business needs and HR strategy. You don't just run processes; you initiate the ones that actually move the needle.

• Partner with your assigned Unit or team leaders to develop and provide effective people management strategies.
• Advise and represent the business to encourage and support business goals through HR instruments.
• HRBP's role towards the Unit/Function is an adviser and equal partner and to the CoE is business representative and stakeholder. Its main goal is to encourage and support business goals through HR instruments.
• HRBP is responsible for the initiation and maintenance of effective processes such as organizational development, employee relations, talent management, performance management, employee engagement, and succession planning activities, and setting metrics of success for these processes.
• Partnering with the recruitment team to ensure timely opening and closing of roles, with continuous support throughout the hiring process
• Use data and analytics to help influence business decisions within your leadership teams and across your assigned Unit.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues through effective investigation and objective business recommendations.
• Participate and/or lead cross-functional projects and special initiatives within the HR teams and across the company.
• Participates in the development and facilitation of employee and managerial-focused training programs.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Identify and deploy impactful people strategies and policies that enable the organization to perform effectively and scale efficiently as it grows.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
• Work closely with mid to senior-level managers to coach them on good organizational design and people management practices, enable leaders to improve working relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention of their team members.
• Provide HR policy guidance and interpretation.

Move together. Raise the bar. Learn fast—grow faster. That’s the default. And here’s what else is needed to succeed in this role: 

• Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of business experience and 4+ years in HR across multiple disciplines, including talent management, employee relations, and performance management.
• 3+ years of experience in supporting Sales organizations is a must, SaaS industry experience is preferred
• Experience working with multicultural teams (U.S., Canada, Europe, Asia) is a must
• Results-oriented individual who operates with the business outcomes in mind while ensuring the best employee experience.
• Demonstrated experience coaching business leaders and facilitating organizational change.
• Comfortable working side by side with international and cross-functional teams when needed.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration and influence.
• Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated professional proficiency in English, both verbal and written
• Ability to travel occasionally to offices in other countries

There may be no perfect candidates — but it could be you if:

• You think globally and beyond existing processes.
• You’re strategic, analytical, and forward-thinking.
• You have project management and product development experience.
• You take ownership and understand business.
• You’re empathetic, emotionally intelligent, and mature under pressure.

• Unlimited PTO
• Hobby & team building budget allowance
• Employee Support Program
• Loss of family member financial aid
• Employee Resource Groups

Semrush is the leading brand visibility platform, empowering marketers to command their online presence and create measurable impact.

Built on the industry’s most expansive proprietary dataset, Semrush delivers AI-driven insights across GEO, SEO, Agentic Search Optimization, content marketing, paid media, and social strategy. The company was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Boston, MA with a global presence across North America, Europe and Asia.

We’ve built something people are proud to be part of. And the awards agree: Great Place to Work, DEI Workplace, Diversity Champion Award, International Inclusion Award, Most Women Friendly Employers, Best Place for Working Parents. All thanks to 1700+ employees who build the company every day. 

Semrush is an equal opportunity employer. Building a better future for marketers around the world unites people from all backgrounds. Even if you feel that you don’t 100% match all requirements, don’t be discouraged to apply! We are committed to ensure that everyone feels a sense of belonging in the workplace.

We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, or medical condition including medical characteristics, genetic identity, marital status, military service, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. 

Ready to be a part of this mission? Join us!