Senior HRBP - $175k- $215k + bonus - 4 days in Stamford

This is a pivotal role responsible for building and scaling the company's people strategy while remaining deeply hands‑on across all HR functions. We are seeking a strategic yet hands‑on HR leader who understands the complexities of regulated financial services, banking culture, compliance expectations, and the fast pace of start-up environment.

$175k-$215k + bonus. 4 days onsite in Stamford, CT

Client Details

As the business grows across new markets and product lines, we are seeking a strategic yet hands‑on HR leader who understands the complexities of regulated financial services, banking culture, compliance expectations, and the fast pace of start-up environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in high‑growth settings, loves building HR infrastructure from scratch, and has the credibility to partner closely with senior executives.

$175k-$215k + bonus. 4 days onsite in Stamford, CT

Description

• Partner with the executive team as the company's primary HR voice, shaping people strategy during rapid scaling.
• Provide counsel on workforce planning, organizational structure, leadership development, and talent strategy.
• Build HR frameworks, policies, and programs that align with the fintech/banking regulatory environment.
• Drive culture initiatives that reinforce a high‑performance, mission‑driven, highly ethical environment.

• Design and implement core TM programs: performance management, succession planning, leadership development, and career frameworks.
• Create scalable onboarding, learning, and competency models tailored to a fintech environment.
• Partner with leaders to identify capability gaps and deploy development solutions that strengthen the organization.

• Serve as a trusted coach to leaders and employees, addressing issues proactively and thoughtfully.
• Manage employee relations with sound judgment, high discretion, and balanced risk‑management appropriate for a regulated industry.
• Guide leaders through compensation decisions, performance discussions, and employee engagement strategies.

• Own HR infrastructure: HRIS, policies, employee handbook, workflows, and reporting.
• Ensure full compliance with employment law, data security/privacy expectations, and financial services-specific risk considerations.
• Partner with Legal, Compliance, and Risk functions on audits, regulatory requirements, and internal controls.
• Lead compensation benchmarking and the annual merit/bonus process.

• Work closely with Talent Acquisition (internal or external partners) to build recruiting processes suited for fintech and regulated functions.
• Advise on hiring planning, organizational design, and candidate experience for both technical and corporate roles.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree required
• 8+ years of HR experience, including experience as an HRBP or Head of HR in fast‑paced environments.
• Required: Experience in financial services, fintech, or banking (deep understanding of regulated environments).
• Proven success in a high‑growth or start-up setting where you built or scaled HR programs.
• Broad generalist skillset across talent, org development, employee relations, comp, and HR ops.
• Strong business acumen, especially in risk‑sensitive or compliance‑heavy environments.
• Ability to influence senior leaders, build credibility quickly, and navigate ambiguity with confidence.
• Exceptional communication, problem‑solving, and relationship‑building skills.
• Comfortable functioning as both strategic advisor and hands‑on operator.

Job Offer

• $175,000 - $215,000 base + bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 4 days a week onsite in Stamford, CT
• Opportunities for professional growth within the financial services industry.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.