Human Resources Business Partner

Mission Lane is revolutionizing access to financial tools to pave a clear way forward for millions of Americans on the path to financial success. We strive to create solutions no one ever has before, to redefine the financial industry for the better. Sound like a mission you could get behind?

We’re seeking a Human Resources Business Partner to empower Mission Lane’s Technical (Engineering/ Data/ Product) leaders to run world-class, competitive organizations, as we enter into our exciting next phase of growth, innovation, and service. 

In this crucial role, you’ll work as a strategic partner with senior management and business leaders to foster a people-first culture that is prepared for the future of Mission Lane; serving as the vital link between the strategic initiatives of Mission Lane and the people responsible for achieving them.

Day-to-day, you will:

• Develop talent strategy that supports Mission Lane’s goals and long-term objectives
• Drive employee engagement and connection in a distributed environment
• Design and execute HR initiatives focused on making the organization more effective (e.g. performance management cycle, forward-thinking retention strategies, and employee development programs)
• Conduct regular meetings with senior management and business leaders, asking the right questions to uncover opportunities to better lead our business
• Proactively identify where and when transformation is required for business success and act as a change agent
• Handle tactical HR administrative duties as required
• Support and guide the business with organizational change and development required for success in the marketplace
• Serve as counselor and or advocate to employees and business leaders regarding company policies, employee performance, culture/work environment and other issues; resolve conflicts effectively while minimizing legal exposure

You’ll thrive in this role, if:

• You have a degree in a related field and 6+ years relevant experience.
• You have proven experience empowering Engineering, Data, and/or Product organization(s) to thrive as a team and win in a competitive marketplace.
• You have HR generalist experience and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and take care of the day-to-day details.
• You are a lifelong learner - self-motivated to pursue knowledge and experience that keeps you at the forefront of your field.
• You have an instinctive, insatiable drive to make things better.
• You are curious, use good judgment, and are quickly able to process a situation, find leverage, and develop creative solutions.
• You have strong business acumen and the ability to influence and develop deep working relationships with leaders. 
• You are data-driven and have experience leveraging robust data and metrics to provide insight and guidance to drive change.
• You work at a high level of autonomy and can manage multiple ongoing issues and complex employee matters with minimum supervision.
• You have deep knowledge of HR compliance regulations, employment laws, and industry best practices.

Compensation:

Target base salary:  $120,000 - $133,000 

Additional compensation in the form(s) of participation in our annual incentive program and equity are dependent on role.  Pay is based on factors such as work experience, education, certification(s), training, skills, and competencies related to the role. Mission Lane also offers a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes unlimited paid time off, 401(k) match, a monthly wellness stipend, health/ dental/ vision insurance options, disability coverage, paid parental leave, flexible spending account (for childcare and healthcare), life insurance, and a remote-friendly work environment.

About Mission Lane:

Founded in December 2018, Mission Lane is based in the U.S., with headquarters in Richmond, Virginia. 

It all started with a realization: nearly fifty percent of the adult population in the U.S. doesn’t have access to a clear line of credit.  And by “clear” we mean credit without crazy fees that only increase debt. Most traditional credit card companies either overlook or overcharge this group because they have less-than-prime credit scores or no score at all. We decided this just wouldn’t do.

We leverage advanced technology, data analytics, and machine learning to provide a dignified customer experience.  In the last five years, we’ve served over three million customers while becoming profitable and consistently earning industry-leading customer Net Promoter Scores and strong financial returns on capital.

We understand that everyone doesn’t have the same oppo