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Senior People Business Partner (m/w/d)

Become a Senior People Business Partner at Sunrun, supporting leaders in San Francisco, Los Angeles, or Lehi. Drive HR initiatives, enhance team performance, and foster a dynamic culture focused on employee development. Enjoy a competitive salary and the chance to make a significant impact in the renewable energy sector.
Sunrun
Sunrun
  Flexible   Full Time   USD 98k–131k yearly  UTC-08:00

Sunrun

Company Overview

Sunrun Inc.

San Francisco, CA, United States

2007

Approximately 11,000 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of €1.5 billion in FY 2023 (source: investors.sunrun.com).

What They Do

Sunrun is a leading provider of residential solar energy solutions, specializing in solar panel installations, battery storage systems, and energy management tools. The company pioneered the solar-as-a-service model, allowing homeowners to access clean energy with minimal upfront costs through power purchase agreements (PPAs) (source: matrixbcg.com). Their core technology includes high-efficiency solar panels and battery systems like Brightbox, complemented by smart energy management tools such as the mySunrun app, which enables users to monitor their energy usage effectively (source: sunrun.com). Sunrun's services encompass the entire process from system design using advanced satellite imaging software to installation and ongoing maintenance, ensuring customers benefit from optimized energy savings and reliable service (source: sunrun.com). The company primarily targets U.S. residential homeowners, utilizing direct-to-consumer channels to reach households seeking flexible payment options and minimal maintenance (source: investing.com).

Projects & Track Record

Sunrun has established a significant track record in the solar industry, having installed over 5 gigawatts (GW) of solar capacity for more than 700,000 customers across 22 states by mid-2022 (source: investors.sunrun.com). The company has generated billions of kilowatt-hours of clean energy, saving customers over $150 million on their energy bills by 2017 alone (source: investors.sunrun.com). While specific project names are not detailed, Sunrun emphasizes its nationwide residential deployments, focusing on key markets such as California, Hawaii, and New York (source: solarpowerauthority.com). The company continues to expand its reach, targeting broader U.S. residential markets and integrating with retail electric providers for solar buyback programs (source: sunrun.com).

Recent Developments

In June 2022, Sunrun celebrated its 15th anniversary, highlighting its growth to 700,000 customers and 5 GW of installed capacity, reinforcing its position as a leader in residential solar and storage (source: investors.sunrun.com). The acquisition of Vivint Solar in 2020 has proven pivotal, enhancing Sunrun's sales infrastructure and market presence (source: sunrun.com). While there have been no recent mergers or major contracts reported post-2022, the company continues to focus on expanding its services and partnerships within the residential solar market (source: investing.com).

Working There

Sunrun offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including engineering, product management, sales, marketing, operations, finance, and HR. The company primarily hires at its San Francisco headquarters, as well as nationwide for installation and field positions tied to its operations across 22 states (source: salestools.io). The company culture is centered around innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, providing employees with flexible workspaces, wellness rooms, and professional growth opportunities (source: salestools.io). While specific benefits such as health plans or PTO are not detailed, Sunrun emphasizes work-life balance and employee well-being, contributing to a supportive work environment (source: sunrun.com).

Contact


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Ever since we started in 2007, Sunrun has been at the forefront of connecting people to the cleanest energy on Earth. It's why we've become the #1 home solar and battery company in America. Today, we're on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we're building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. And we're doing it by designing a dynamic culture where employee development, well-being, and safety come first. We're unlike any other solar company. Our vertically integrated model gives us total control over every part of the energy lifecycle - from sale through installation and beyond - so you can find endless opportunities for growth. Come join a career you can grow in and a culture you can run with.

Job Description

The Senior HR Business Partner helps the business meet its goals by tackling organizational challenges with smart, people-focused solutions. You will project manage and lead multiple key initiatives for your business that help the function meet the overall objectives. We are looking for both a coach and a business partner to help our leaders to inspire and drive the best possible performance of the team. You are a self-directed individual and can work within an environment of frequent change to make a significant impact to a very dynamic team.

In this role, you will report to the VP, People Business Partners, Revenue. This role will initially support leaders in our sales channels and you will work side by side with our sales leaders and employees to partner and get things done in a variety of HR related areas. This requires someone comfortable operating at a level and who understands that each touch point is an opportunity to improve engagement and drive business results.

Responsibilities

  • Project manage and lead key initiatives to support your business function. Understand every aspect of the business - partner with leadership and know the numbers
  • Preferred not required: experience supporting field based sales organizations, especially door to door sales teams
  • A partner and connector who builds trusted relationships with senior leaders by providing deep insights and helping them see around corners and keep a strong pulse on our people
  • A business partner who deeply understands Sunrun's strategy and Talent strategy and able to apply the strategic lens to the specific functional needs and challenges
  • A strong eye on talent attraction, retention and growth and development strategies
  • Guide client group customers to identified objectives by developing, coaching, and empowering
  • Integrate various HR products, services, and processes into your assigned business units
  • A coach who loves building and developing high-impact teams
  • A strategist and scaler, who can connect the dots between where we're going and how we need to nudge the organization to get there
  • Manage large scale projects from inception to implementation and subsequent monitoring of success metrics across assigned business groups and the company
  • Collaborate, develop, and deliver Talent policies, practices, and procedures that guide the business while achieving compliance
  • Partner with People Programs, People Operations, Total Rewards, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Inclusion and Diversity and Education to develop programs that continually elevate the engagement and caliber of Sunrunner
  • Talent liaison for most of the following areas: succession planning, talent management, employee relations, compensation, benefits, EEO, and/or training and development

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Minimum of 6 years as an HR Business Partner with a mix of experience in fast-growing and more established organizations with experience including employment law, project management, compensation, training, and performance management
  • Previous HR or business experience supporting sales organizations and leaders
  • Strong understanding of business environment, strategy, and business unit needs
  • Ability to build credibility and strong working relationships across all levels of the organization, including remote areas balancing relationship success with driving business needs
  • Experience analyzing people data and trends to inform strategic decisions
  • Experience partnering and influencing senior leaders to help drive their people strategy and increase business results
  • Strong analytical and project management skills, proven ability to design clear processes, and a very detail-oriented
  • Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Proven ability to partner and influence across diverse groups and experience levels
  • Management consulting, change management experience

Recruiter: Amanda Frock ([email protected])

Please note that the compensation information is made in good faith for this position only. It assumes that the successful candidate will be located in markets within the United States that warrant the compensation. Please speak with your recruiter to learn more.

Starting salary/wage for this opportunity: $98,460.18 to $131,280.24

Compensation decisions will not be based on a candidate's salary history. You can learn more here.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities, some essential job functions, and qualifications for the role. It may not include all essential functions, tasks, or requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and you need reasonable accommodation during the hiring process or to perform this role, please contact us at [email protected].

Sunrun is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination or harassment of any kind. We believe that empowering people and valuing their differences are essential for our mission of connecting people to the cleanest energy on earth. Learn more here: EEO | Sunrun

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December 23, 2025

Full Time

Company

January 13, 2026

Flexible

USD 98k–131k yearly

Sunrun

sunrun.com

  •  San Francisco, California, United States
  •  Los Angeles, United States
  •  Lehi, Utah, United States

Minimum of 6 years as an HR Business Partner

UTC-08:00

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