VP, People

For our client, we are seeking a VP, People to join the team of a leader in the Finance & Insurance space.

This leader will shape the people strategy for a growing, high-growth organization and build the infrastructure needed to support scale. The role will partner closely with executives across the business on organizational design, headcount planning, and manager effectiveness. This person will also drive compensation, benefits, recruiting, and compliance programs that support a strong employee experience and sustainable growth.

Location: New York, NY - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $250,000 – $280,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the People function, designing the team and systems for scalability
• Own the People budget and make tooling decisions
• Hire, develop, and lead the growing People team
• Partner with executives on organizational design and headcount planning
• Coach managers on hiring, performance, and difficult conversations
• Design and run performance review and promotion cycles
• Lead recruiting efforts and maintain high hiring standards
• Drive compensation, equity, and benefits strategy
• Shape company culture and employee engagement
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and build HR infrastructure

Qualifications

• 10+ years in People/HR roles, with leadership experience in high-growth startups
• Proven track record in designing compensation philosophy and pay bands
• Experience coaching managers on performance and organizational design
• Leadership in recruiting, managing teams, and building hiring processes
• Deep knowledge of employment law and HR compliance across multiple U.S. states
• Experience supporting multi-site workforces, including sales compensation design
• Strong analytical skills with HRIS and compensation data
• High ownership mindset with a proactive approach to building processes
• Experience in fintech, payments, or B2B SaaS preferred
• New York City based, with in-office presence 3-4 days per week

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible paid time off including vacation and personal well-being days
• Financial wellness tools, including webinars and a company-sponsored 401(k)
• Paid parental leave
• $400 accessories allowance for work-related tools
• Education stipend for professional development
• Free lunch every Friday

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.