Head of People (Fintech)

TL;DR

Head of People (Fintech): Leading the full people strategy and building a high-functioning HR organization for an AI-powered wealth management platform with an accent on organizational effectiveness and talent scalability. Focus on designing scalable people systems, partnering with executive leadership on org design, and establishing performance management standards.

Location: On-site in McLean, VA

Company

hirify.global is building an AI-powered wealth management platform that integrates investments, taxes, retirement, and estate planning into a single system.

What you will do

• Own and execute the comprehensive People strategy to support rapid business growth and business goals.
• Partner with the CEO and executive leadership on organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership development.
• Build and lead the internal HR team, setting clear ownership and operating rhythms.
• Design and operate performance management systems, including review cycles and calibration.
• Establish consistent practices for employee relations, investigations, and performance outcomes.
• Act as a culture steward to ensure company values and operating principles scale with the organization.

Requirements

• 12+ years of professional experience.
• Significant experience leading People/HR functions in high-growth environments.
• Proven track record of scaling fast-growing startups within the SaaS or Tech sectors.
• Deep expertise in performance management, employee relations, and organizational design.
• Strong judgment and ability to influence senior leaders and shape company culture.
• Must be able to work on-site in McLean, VA.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-covered medical insurance for employees, plus dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Comprehensive parental leave and dedicated paid time off.
• In-office meals twice a week and a monthly fitness stipend.
• Equity with early exercise eligibility and annual compensation reviews.
• Boomerang Program allowing employees to leave to start their own company and return within 6 months.