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Lead HR Business Partner
Natera INC · 🇺🇸 Austin, TX
Sponsorship verdict
Sponsorship possible
One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 48 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 12 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Natera INC paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Senior Director, Business Development” (Sales Managers) in CA: $246k–$246k, median $246k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($140,000 — $190,000 USD) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Natera INC
The US Department of Labor certified 48 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 12 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Lead HR Business Partner Location: Austin, TX or San Carlos, CA Reports to: Sr. Director of Human Resources About the Role Natera is looking for a Lead HR Business Partner with deep Employee Relations expertise to serve as both a strategic advisor and a hands-on partner to our business. You will spend more than half your time on employee relations: advising leaders, conducting investigations, and resolving complex issues, while also shaping people programs that support a high-performing, inclusive, and accountable culture. You will support a mix of lab-based and office-based teams, so you’ll need to be comfortable working on-site with employees in a fast-paced, regulated lab environment. What You’ll Do Employee Relations (50%+ of role) • Serve as the primary ER resource for managers and employees, providing advice, coaching, and resolution on complex workplace issues • Lead thorough, compliant investigations in partnership with internal legal counsel, and manage associated risk • Analyze ER trends and metrics to identify root causes and recommend solutions • Partner with HR leadership to reinforce a culture of respect, inclusion, and accountability HR Business Partnership • Advise leaders on compensation, benefits, performance management, and team development • Lead and support HR programs including engagement, onboarding, offboarding, talent development, and training • Contribute to workforce planning, succession planning, and retention strategies • Partner with recruiting and hiring managers to attract top talent, and participate in interviews as appropriate • Assess development needs and coach managers and employees with actionable feedback • Stay close to the employee experience through regular on-site presence, monitoring engagement and acting on what you learn • Identify and drive HR process improvements that raise functional excellence What You’ll Bring Required • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Education, or equivalent experience • 8+ years as an HR Business Partner in a biotech, life sciences, or high-tech environment • Demonstrated experience independently leading workplace investigations from intake through resolution • Strong working knowledge of California and federal employment law • Experience supporting both exempt and non-exempt populations • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint • Ability to travel approximately 15% Preferred • Experience supporting lab, manufacturing, or shift-based workforces • Experience with an HRIS or ATS (Workday, Greenhouse, or similar) • PHR/SPHR/SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP or investigation-specific certification Skills and Attributes • Proven ability to coach and influence leaders at all levels • Strong analytical skills, with the ability to turn data into action plans • Sound judgment and composure in sensitive, high-stakes situations • Ability to manage multiple overlapping projects independently in a fast-paced environment • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills • Business acumen and a creative, solutions-oriented approach to HR Compensation & Total Rewards This range reflects a good-faith estimate of the base pay we reasonably expect to offer at the time of hire. Final compensation will vary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. This position is also eligible for additional compensation and benefits through Natera’s robust Total Rewards program, including: • Annual performance incentive bonus • Long-term equity awards • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) • 401(k) with company match • Generous paid time off and company holidays • Additional wellness and work-life benefits Compensation Range $140,000 — $190,000 USD OUR OPPORTUNITY Natera™ is a