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Director of People and Talent

New York City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Feb 2025

💰 $200,000/yr($150,000/yr – $200,000/yr)

About the role

Join us as a HR Business Partner in New York As we continue to expand our presence in the US, we are looking for a HR Business Partner to execute an ambitious people strategy to drive growth in a fast paced environment.
As a HR Business Partner, you will play a critical role in shaping the people strategy for a key market or functional area as well as driving global initiatives that have impact across the entire organisation, aligned to our people strategy. You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, driving initiatives across compensation and benefits, talent management, organizational design, and performance management.
Your Impact
Strategic HR Partnership and Stakeholder Management

Act as a strategic advisor to senior leaders, helping shape decisions around organizational effectiveness, leadership development, workforce planning and talent management
Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment between business needs and people strategies
Lead change management initiatives, influencing and guiding leaders through organizational transformation
Leverage data analytics to identify trends and provide actionable insights to business leaders on employee performance, engagement, turnover, and other key HR metrics

Talent Management, Development and Engagement

Partner with business leaders to assess organizational needs and identify skills of the future alongside current skill gaps; and implement solutions that enhance productivity and workforce capability
Drive talent development programs that enhance employee growth and retention
Use data-driven insights to influence key talent decisions and build leadership capability
Partner with business leaders to build succession strength in their teams
Develop and implement programs that enhance employee engagement and foster a diverse and inclusive culture

Performance Management and Rewards

Foster a high-performance culture by designing and supporting performance management processes that drive accountability, growth, and talent retention
Integrate rewards strategy with the performance management process, linking compensation and recognition with individual and team achievements
Partner with external consultants or internal teams to build scalable total rewards programs and develop competitive compensation structures that attract and retain the best talent

Employee Relations & Compliance:

Provide guidance on employee relations issues, resolving conflicts and maintaining a positive work environment.
Ensure Ascenda’s people practices comply with local and international labor laws, especially as the company scales globally

Who You Are

Proven experience working with senior leadership in a fast-paced, innovative, and global organization
Deep understanding of HR processes, talent management, rewards philosophy, employee relations, and organizational development
Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with stakeholders at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using data to drive decisions and improvements
Ability to navigate organizational dynamics and manage sensitive employee relations matters
Deep understanding of employment laws and regulations across multiple countries/regions, especially the US
Agile and adaptable to rapid changes in a high growth organisation
Prior experience in consulting or large technology organisations is preferred
You enjoy staying updated on HR best practices, emerging trends, and new technologies to continuously improve HR processes and contribute to the company’s innovation

Why Join Ascenda?Ascenda offers the unique opportunity to lead in the fintech innovation space, shaping the future of how customers engage with financial products. You'll be part of an environment that prizes groundbreaking ideas and their rapid execution. We provide unparalleled career growth opportunities in a supportive and dynamic environment, complemented by a competitive compensation package that recognizes your impact.Ascenda is dedicated to diversity and inclusion, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds. Join us on our mission to make loyalty simple and rewarding for everyone, everywhere.
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