HR Partner

Climate First Bank

6h•$57,000•Remote

About The Position

As the HR Partner, you’ll provide critical support to the People Operations function. You will act as a thought partner to the Director of All Things People and other People leaders, provide administrative support and execute department reporting, onboarding, payroll, performance review and compliance strategies as well as other critical People Ops functions. You will also consistently support department efforts for efficiency and technology automations.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience in an HR Support or Generalist role
Experience with fast-scaling and changing HR environments
Entrepreneurial Self-Starter Mentality - You take charge of your work product and take pride in delivering consistently great and measurable results. You solve problems efficiently, seek operational efficiencies and are a solution-oriented thinker with a strong bias for action, accuracy and collaborative decision making. You exercise excellent judgement on matters that need to be escalated and when to ask for help, while also using available resources self-sufficiently. You have the ability to balance big-picture contexts with detail level focus and consistently identify opportunities for process improvements and automations. A high-pace and high-expectation environment excites you and you can’t wait to push yourself to new professional heights in a company that rewards high performance.
Organization & Efficiency- You manage your time expertly and stay focused under pressure. You appreciate meticulous systems and follow established processes with high levels of diligence and attention but also adapt to changing routines. You’re a master note-taker and checklist fanatic and stay on top of things with ease and consistency.
Master Communicator - Whether it’s in-person, on camera, phone, or chat — you communicate with confidence, precision, and professionalism. You listen deeply and respond thoughtfully and are able to engage efficiently and tactfully with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. You have a strong personality, are not afraid to voice opinions tactfully and are able to hold yourself and others accountable to agreed upon deliverables. Additionally, you masterfully build relationships and leverage those relationships to protect and further business, employee and People Ops interests. You possess strong influencing and decision-making skills, while also exhibiting kindness, understanding and empathy as needed.
Banking & Fintech Acumen- You are willing to pursue in financial products and services, applicable regulations and laws. You also possess strong overall business acumen and the ability to interpret legal documents.
Tech-Forward and Analytical Thinking - You learn new tools quickly, are excited by innovation and leverage technology to optimize your work product. You have a strong bias for automation and conscious AI use. You are comfortable with the Microsoft 365 environment, have experience with ADP Workforce NOW and have ideally used Performance Management platforms.
Commitment to Being a Team Player - You lift others up, share ideas, and bring positive energy to everything you do. You know what it takes to operate as a part of a larger team and cherish opportunities to contribute to the big picture. You’re dependable, communicate clearly and always happy to lend a hand where needed. Integrity and confidentiality are integral components of how you show up in the workplace.
Every team member is expected to deliver high-quality results on time—whether independently or in collaboration with others.
You’ll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team where professionalism, excellence, and high-performance are key to our collective success.
You’ll also be expected to stay informed and compliant with all regulatory policies, including BSA, AML, CIP, and OFAC.
Sustained standing and sitting, frequent communication (speaking and listening) and use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor, occasional lifting up to 20 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Education in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field preferred
Experience with ADP Workforce NOW strongly preferred
Have ideally used Performance Management platforms.

Responsibilities

Support the semi-monthly payroll process with document preparation, timecard management, processing and liaison with internal and external partners.
Assist with the preparation of monthly and annual HR Reporting as well as ad-hoc reporting.
Provide tier 1 employee support for incoming requests and inquiries. Continuously grow and expand your knowledge of HR and Bank processes and procedures. Triage incoming requests efficiently.
Own the monthly staff meeting preparation process.
Provide project support as needed to include research, data management and analysis, reporting, presentation preparation and other tasks as assigned.
Support the annual performance review process through document management, follow-up and acting as a resource for managers and team members in close collaboration with People Ops Leadership.
Own the department filing systems and calendars and ensure that filing is complete, consistent and accurate at all times and all calendars are consistently updated. Prepare and execute regular filing audits in close collaboration with People Ops Leadership.
Own Employee on- and offboarding tasks, incl. onboarding paperwork management, first week administration, E-Verify, system on-and offboarding and all other related tasks and notification processes. Liaise with managers and other stakeholders to ensure smooth and consistent on- and offboarding processes.
Embody a commitment to environmental, social, economic, and racial justice.
Apply curiosity and interest in our core values and pursue education related to sustainability practices.
Be willing to pursue and demonstrate an understanding of established Bank policies, procedures, and regulations.
Recognize the importance of protecting the organization and our customers.
Question suspicious activity and stay in close collaboration with our Compliance department to ensure proper investigation and processing of potentially fraudulent activity.
Stay informed on legal context and regulatory requirements and prioritize completing all web-based compliance and IT training.

Benefits

In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for an annual bonus, incentives and equity.
100% employer-paid for employees; employer contribution for dependents by Us
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Free Telemedicine access via Teladoc
401(k) with 6% Employer Match — No Vesting Period.
Employee Stock Options
Exclusive Employee Banking Perks
0% Financing for Employee Solar Loans
Employee Only Mortgage Product with exclusive interest rates and terms.
0% Financing for Eligible Electric Vehicles (EVs)
Referral Incentives
2–4 Weeks of Vacation based on officer level plus additional tenure-based time.
64 Hours of Paid Sick Time for all full-time employees.
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Life, Accident & Critical Illness Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free counseling, legal, and financial services.