HR / People & Culture Manager at Strivo Labs

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced HR / People & Culture Manager with a strong background in financial services to lead our human resources strategy, foster a positive workplace culture, and ensure alignment between people initiatives and business objectives.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, strategic, and people-focused, with the ability to balance organizational needs with employee engagement and development.

Key Responsibilities

HR Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals
• Provide leadership and guidance to management and staff on HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Drive initiatives to strengthen company culture, employee engagement, and talent retention

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Manage employee relations, conflict resolution, and grievance procedures
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and industry regulations
• Maintain and update HR policies, employee handbooks, and procedures

Performance Management & Compensation

• Lead performance review cycles and provide insights for continuous improvement
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and reward programs that attract and retain top talent
• Monitor HR metrics and prepare reports for leadership

Key Performance Indicators

• Employee engagement and retention rates
• Time-to-hire and quality-of-hire metrics
• Compliance with HR policies and labor laws
• Effectiveness of training and development programs
• Alignment of HR strategy with business outcomes

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of HR management experience, preferably in financial services or fintech
• Demonstrated success in leading HR initiatives in fast-paced, high-growth organizations
• Professional HR certification (CIPM, SHRM, CIPD, or equivalent) is an advantage

Key Skills and Competencies

• Strategic HR planning and execution
• Employee relations and conflict resolution
• Performance management and talent development
• Compensation and benefits administration
• Labor law and compliance knowledge
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Data analysis and HR metrics reporting
• Change management capabilities