Head of HR (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of HR (Fintech): Leading the HR function and people operations for a scaling digital banking platform with an accent on HR frameworks, manager effectiveness, and scalable people processes. Focus on designing retention and promotion frameworks, performance management, and ensuring compliance across a distributed US and Canadian workforce.

Location: Remote (Must be based in the US or Canada)

Company

hirify.global is a Y Combinator and Bessemer Venture Partner backed FinTech startup revolutionizing banking tech infrastructure for community banks and credit unions.

What you will do

• Design and execute scalable HR strategies, including performance management and career progression frameworks.
• Develop data-driven retention and engagement programs to reduce turnover and strengthen talent development.
• Coach and enable managers on setting expectations, providing feedback, and managing underperformance.
• Oversee core HR operations, compensation, benefits, and compliance with U.S. and Canadian employment laws.
• Advise leadership on employee relations and foster a culture of accountability, transparency, and high performance.
• Partner with the recruiting team to align hiring frameworks and onboarding programs with organizational goals.

Requirements

• 10+ years of HR experience, including leadership roles.
• Experience building HR frameworks within scaling technology companies.
• Strong expertise in performance management and leadership coaching.
• Solid understanding of U.S. and Canadian employment laws.
• Experience supporting and managing distributed teams.
• Strong communication and executive advisory skills.

Nice to have

• Experience in fintech or SaaS industries.
• Experience scaling organizations from 50 to 150+ employees.
• Experience collaborating with dedicated recruiting teams.

Culture & Benefits

• Remote-first culture in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage (100% premiums for individuals in US / family in Canada).
• Retirement plan with 4% company matching.
• Generous leave policy: 3-5 weeks PTO, 5 health days, 15 holidays, and an end-of-year shutdown.
• Paid parental leave (8 weeks for birthing parents, 4 weeks for non-birthing).
• Competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and stock options.