Senior People Business Partner
Summary
Senior HR Business Partner role advising Financial Services and Engineering leadership on people strategy, org design, and employee relations at a next-gen fintech company.
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Who we are:
Shape a brighter financial future with us.
Together with our members, we’re changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance.
We’re a next-generation financial services company and national bank using innovative, mobile-first technology to help our millions of members reach their goals. The industry is going through an unprecedented transformation, and we’re at the forefront. We’re proud to come to work every day knowing that what we do has a direct impact on people’s lives, with our core values guiding us every step of the way. Join us to invest in yourself, your career, and the financial world.
The role:
As a Senior People Business Partner at SoFi, you will serve as a strategic advisor and advocate for both the business and our employees. In this pivotal role, you will partner with Financial Services and Borrow/Operations Engineering leadership to drive influence and solve complex organizational challenges with scalable, high-impact solutions.
What you’ll do:
- Partner with leaders to advise and influence the creation of measurable, actionable strategic plans.
- Act as an objective resource and champion for the Engineering team and broader employee population.
- Manage complex employee relations with discretion, providing executive coaching and facilitating constructive feedback loops.
- Leverage deep HR expertise to lead initiatives in org design, compensation, performance management, D&I, and employee development.
- Drive data-informed decision-making using people analytics and organizational health metrics.
- Execute strong judgment and discretion to ensure positive, professional outcomes.
- Champion the company culture by embodying and promoting "The SoFi Way."
- Cultivate robust, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
- Collaborate with People Team Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to execute strategic initiatives and support business goals.
What you’ll need:
- 6+ years as an HR Business Partner with specific HR knowledge in organizational design and development; compensation; performance management; employee engagement; employment law; employee relations; diversity and inclusion; training & employee development; immigration; systems and tools
- BA/BS degree in HR, Business, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
- Demonstrated success influencing and leading at all levels of a corporate hierarchy.
- Expertise in building rapport and tailoring communication to diverse audiences while navigating sensitive situations.
- Sharp business acumen with the ability to identify risks and opportunities to drive successful results.
- Proficiency in utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and HR deliverables.
- Proven experience as a leadership coach, driving accountability and aligning stakeholders with competing interests.
- Superior problem-solving skills with a focus on creating scalable organizational processes.
- Exceptional agility, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- A high level of accountability and a consistent track record of delivering measurable results.
Nice to have:
- Prior experience in the technology or financial services sectors.
- Experience supporting Engineering or Product management organizations.
- PHR, SPHR, or SHRM certifications.
- Hands-on experience with Workday or similar HRIS platforms.