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Roku is hiring a People Business Partner to serve as a trusted advisor supporting the Content and Legal organizations. In this role, you will partner with leaders, front-line managers, and employees to deliver guidance across all functional areas of Human Resources, with particular emphasis on performance management, employee relations, and organizational development. You will play a critical part in aligning people strategies with business objectives, helping teams navigate the unique dynamics of content, creative, and legal environments. Given the nature of these client groups, the role calls for a high degree of discretion, sound judgment, and strong partnership on matters of confidentiality and compliance. You will use data and HR metrics to identify trends, address issues proactively, and support informed decision-making. The ideal candidate anticipates rather than reacts, bringing curiosity, resourcefulness, and a collaborative spirit to a fast-paced and evolving organization.

For California Only - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $144,000 and 162,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off. 

At Roku, we don't just use AI, we work with it. AI agents and smart tools help power drafts, analysis, and repetitive workflows, while our people bring direction, judgment, and accountability.

We value curious, adaptable builders, who can show how they've used AI, agents, or automation to move faster, improve quality, and scale their impact. Strong candidates know how to frame problems, guide AI-assisted work, check the output, and learn quickly. Above all, they bring curiosity, adaptability, and sound judgment.

• Partner with Content and Legal leadership and managers to understand talent needs and support effective people strategies that advance business goals
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, statutory obligations, and regulations in close partnership with the Legal team on employment-law-sensitive matters
• Handle confidential and sensitive employee information with the heightened discretion and care these client groups require
• Support the unique dynamics of content and creative teams, including project-based work and contingent or freelance workforce considerations where relevant
• Advise and coach managers on performance management, employee relations, and conflict resolution, promoting a culture of continuous feedback and development
• Support initiatives related to employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, learning and development, and organizational culture
• Analyze HR metrics and data to identify trends, address issues proactively, and support informed decision-making
• Serve as a trusted resource to employees, providing guidance on career development, professional growth, and work-life balance
• Support organizational change management initiatives, including restructuring and process improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on HR projects and initiatives, contributing to the overall success of the People function
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in Human Resources, bringing fresh ideas and solutions to the organization

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration, communications, or a related field
• 4-7 years of experience in Human Resources roles with a focus on business partnership
• Experience supporting content, entertainment, legal, or professional services teams is a plus
• A track record of building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills, with sound judgment in handling confidential and sensitive matters
• Experience with HR systems (Workday preferred) and confidential employee data, with strong project management skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to interpret data and make recommendations
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively