People Partner

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Varo is an entirely new kind of bank. All digital, mission-driven, FDIC insured and designed for the way our customers live their lives. A bank for all of us.

ABOUT THE PEOPLE PARTNER ROLE
The People Partner will work closely with key stakeholders across the organization to provide guidance, ensure execution of the people processes, and to deliver projects that  enable the organisation to develop a workforce which can deliver Varo’s strategic goals. 

In addition, as part of Varo’s People Leadership Team (PLT), you will be participating in discussions and making recommendations regarding people policy decisions and procedures, input into the people strategic plan, people operational plan, and roles and responsibilities for the People Team.

ABOUT THE PEOPLE TEAM
The People Team believes that talent is the engine behind the creation of value and is driven by our mission and values as a Company. As a values driven team we are about providing meaningful contribution to our business partners, company and to make that happen we are committed to working as a team to deliver those results.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Provide inspiring leadership, management and vision necessary to develop and ensure the People team achieves its strategic and operational plan
  • Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the People Team to develop solutions, programs and policies.
  • In addition to developing policy, provide HR policy guidance and interpretation.
  • Partner with business leaders to ensure a clear business and organization strategy established and plans are in place
  • Partner with business leaders and acts as an organizational architect to ensure design choices enable the strategies of the business
  • Lead the development of robust Talent Management and Development Systems in partnership with People teams, e.g., Talent, Learning and Development, HR Operations and Total Rewards. This includes providing guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.
  • Provide guidance and partnership on new hires and employee movement 
  • Partner with leaders to build high performing team capabilities
  • Drive operational excellence of all HR processes to ensure delivery of desired results
  • Envision, drive, and lead opportunities to have Varo be a employer of choice and making Varo a great place to work
  • Model and Champion Varo’s Mission, Vision, Guiding Principles & desired Culture
  • Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, and increase productivity and retention.
  • Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations
  • Develop a culture of positivity and above-and-beyond performance of the team 
  • Demonstrate leadership in creating a culture of being curious and having fun (build morale)
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partner with the legal department as needed/required.
  • Be curious and continue to find ways to learn and improve skill sets
  • Assume responsibility for other duties as required or assigned
  • Required skills, experiences, and traits

  • Minimum of 5 years experience as a People Partner (aka Human Resources Business Partner, HRBP)
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience resolving complex employee relations issues.
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration, human resources, organizational design, or related field or equivalent work experience
  • Working knowledge of multiple human resource disciplines, including compensation practices, organizational diagnosis, employee and union relations, diversity, performance management, and federal and state respective employment laws.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to successfully operate in an early-stage company, delivering at a rapid pace with limited resources
  • Ability to see around corners i.e., anticipate potential risks and opportunities and be able to respond effectively to those situations. 
  • Ability to effectively partner with seasoned and mission-driven team members
  • Effectively influencing and collaborating with others both inside and outside the organization through strong leadership and team skills.

  • THE 3 SKILLS THAT MATTER MOST 
    Nobody can be great at everything, but we’re looking for candidates who are extraordinary at: 
  • Strong strategic organizational design skills that can see both the big picture, but get into the details.
  • Intellectual curiosity and empathy
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong change management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • OTHER NICE TO HAVES

  • Ability to shift seamlessly from big picture strategic thinking to detailed operations and tactical execution
  • Nimble business mind with a focus on developing creative solutions
  • A growth mindset and natural curiosity that drives innovation
  • Extremely versatile, dedicated to efficient productivity
  • Able to work autonomously with a high degree of motivation to achieve goals
  • #MidSenior

    We recognize not everyone will have all of these requirements. If you meet most of the criteria above and you’re excited about the opportunity and willing to learn, we’d love to hear from you.

    About Varo
    Varo launched in 2017 with the vision to bring the best of fintech into the regulated banking system. We’re a new kind of bank – all digital, mission-driven, FDIC-insured, and designed around the modern American consumer. 

    As the first consumer fintech to be granted a national bank charter in 2020, we make financial inclusion and opportunity for all a reality by empowering everyone with the products, insights, and support they need to get ahead. Through our core product offerings and suite of customer-first features, we aim to address a broad range of consumer needs while profitably serving underserved communities that have been historically excluded from the traditional financial system.

    We are growing quickly in our hub locations of San Francisco, Salt Lake City, and Charlotte along with colleagues located across the country. We have been recognized among Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies, Forbes’ Fintech 50, and earned the No. 7 spot on Inc. 5000’s list of fastest-growing companies across the country.

    Varo. A bank for all of us.

    Our Core Values
    - Customers First
    - Take Ownership
    - Respect
    - Stay Curious
    - Make it Better


    Varo is an equal opportunity employer. Varo embraces diversity and we are committed to building teams that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

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