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Director of Training & People Development
Varo BankUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jan 2023
About the role
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.
The Training and People Development team was formed one year ago to tap into the value of bringing together professionals in training, instructional design, leadership development, and career development. You will lead these teams helping them unlock efficiencies and new insights by working together to solve problems. You’ll have the opportunity to build leaders, run our LMS, oversee new hire training, advance the careers of employees (your own team and the company as a whole), upskill our workforce and ensure we meet regulatory requirements.
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 VaroVaro 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
Learn more about Varo by following us:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/varomoneyInstagram - www.instagram.com/varobankLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/varobankTwitter - https://twitter.com/varobankEngineering Blog - https://medium.com/engineering-varoSoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/varobank
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.
Beware of fraudulent job postings!Varo will never ask for payment to process documents, refer you to a third party to process applications or visas, or ask you to pay costs. Never send money to anyone suggesting they can provide work with Varo. If you suspect you have received a phony offer, please e-mail careers@varomoney.com with the pertinent information
The Training and People Development team was formed one year ago to tap into the value of bringing together professionals in training, instructional design, leadership development, and career development. You will lead these teams helping them unlock efficiencies and new insights by working together to solve problems. You’ll have the opportunity to build leaders, run our LMS, oversee new hire training, advance the careers of employees (your own team and the company as a whole), upskill our workforce and ensure we meet regulatory requirements.
What you'll be doing
- Oversee creation and deployment of leadership development and career advancement tools, resources, and curricula
- Manage the new hire experience and training of new Digital Banking Representatives (our front-line contact center employees). This includes the development and delivery of training materials
- Coordinate company-wide training through policy management and execution and regularly prepare reporting to be used by senior executives, the board of directors, and/or regulators
- Manage our LMS, including taking over the implementation of a recently selected new LMS in Q2-Q3 2023
- As a start-up, we often wear multiple hats. Other duties will arise which could include People Partner responsibilities and special projects
- Consult with the Chief People Officer and peers as a member of the People Leadership team in running the People Team
You’ll bring the following required skills and experiences
- Deep experience in successfully developing and leading learning and development initiatives for all levels
- Experience overseeing an LMS. LMS implementation is a helpful bonus
- Experience working in a regulated industry. Experience working directly with auditors or regulators preferred.
- Experience managing a team in a virtual environment
- Experience in a fast-paced high-growth environment
- A bachelor’s degree in business, finance, human resources, or related field. Master’s degree preferred.
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 VaroVaro 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
Learn more about Varo by following us:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/varomoneyInstagram - www.instagram.com/varobankLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/varobankTwitter - https://twitter.com/varobankEngineering Blog - https://medium.com/engineering-varoSoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/varobank
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.
Beware of fraudulent job postings!Varo will never ask for payment to process documents, refer you to a third party to process applications or visas, or ask you to pay costs. Never send money to anyone suggesting they can provide work with Varo. If you suspect you have received a phony offer, please e-mail careers@varomoney.com with the pertinent information
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