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The Voleon GroupThe Voleon GroupBerkeley, CA

Senior People Business Partner

Strategic HR partner to executives at AI-driven fintech firm, providing HR guidance, talent management, performance processes, and coaching to scale teams. Requires 5+ years HRBP experience, CA law knowledge, and independent judgment.

150k – 180k
On-site5+ YOEPeople Ops

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Partner with executives, managers, and employees to provide thoughtful, pragmatic HR guidance and resolve complex people-related issues
  • Independently lead day-to-day HRBP support for your business areas, using strong judgment to determine when to escalate, align, or seek input
  • Work closely with People team and business leaders to proactively identify and implement people initiatives that improve team effectiveness, engagement, and performance
  • Execute talent and performance management processes, including talent reviews and calibrations
  • Coach managers and leaders to strengthen their capabilities in delivering effective feedback, performance management, and team leadership
  • Identify and support organizational design and change efforts as teams grow and evolve
  • Serve as a key resource on employee relations, HR policies, and compliance issues, including California and New York employment laws
  • Mentor and support more junior HRBPs, contributing to team development and consistency in how we operate
  • Collaborate with the broader People team to ensure aligned and effective delivery of People programs

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner supporting senior leaders
  • Experience in both a scaling company and a more established organization
  • Strong command of core HRBP disciplines, including performance management, employee relations, and leadership coaching
  • Ability to operate independently and proactively while exercising strong judgment on when to align, escalate, or seek input
  • Demonstrated ability to mentor or support the development of more junior team members
  • Practical, solutions-oriented approach with strong influence and decision-making skills
  • Solid knowledge of California employment laws and regulations
  • Exposure to or experience supporting global teams and navigating HR practices across multiple regions
  • Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in tech or fintech is preferred

Skills

Performance ManagementTalent ManagementEmployee RelationsLeadership CoachingOrganizational DesignHr ComplianceCalifornia Employment LawTalent ReviewsChange ManagementMentoring

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