People Relations Operations Specialist

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of?

At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system.

To achieve our mission, we’re seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company’s hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, there’s no better place to be.

The People Relations Specialist plays a pivotal role in fostering a productive workplace through advising managers and employees on HR policies and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. The position focuses on supporting early to mid-level managers in applying performance management expectations and policies effectively. This role is crucial in maintaining a positive work environment and facilitating compliance with relevant laws and regulations.  The People Relations Specialist may be required to work in the Coinbase London office on a periodic basis to build stakeholder relationships and support in-person HR activities. 

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide support to employees and managers (M6 and below) in the application of Coinbase HR policies and procedures
• Advise employees and managers on HR policies and practices
• Perform intake and recommendations related to interpersonal conflicts and potential policy breaches, escalating issues to the appropriate DRI (HRBP, Legal) 
• Ensure managers are following Coinbase performance management procedures, including documentation, case management and corrective action plans
• Use level of judgment to determine and facilitate outcomes of performance improvement plans, including termination of employment
• Maintain People Relations playbooks and processes, working with key stakeholders for input and sign-off
• Improve manager and employee performance by identifying and clarifying problems; evaluating potential solutions; implementing selected solution; coaching and counseling managers and employees

What we look for in you: 

• Minimum 3 years of work experience in human resources
• Intermediate understanding of HR principles, HR-related laws and regulations
• Excellent problem solver
• Ability to build and maintain relationships within team
• Ability to develop clear and concise verbal and written communications (English required)

Job ID: P55651

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Pay Transparency Notice: The target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, and vision).

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Coinbase is committed to diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.  For US applicants, you may view the Know Your Rights notice here.  Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. 

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