Senior People Business Partner

The role:

As a Senior People Business Partner at SoFi, you will serve as a strategic advisor and advocate for both the business and our employees. In this pivotal role, you will partner with Financial Services and Borrow/Operations Engineering leadership to drive influence and solve complex organizational challenges with scalable, high-impact solutions.

What you’ll do:

• Partner with leaders to advise and influence the creation of measurable, actionable strategic plans.
• Act as an objective resource and champion for the Engineering team and broader employee population.
• Manage complex employee relations with discretion, providing executive coaching and facilitating constructive feedback loops.
• Leverage deep HR expertise to lead initiatives in org design, compensation, performance management, D&I, and employee development.
• Drive data-informed decision-making using people analytics and organizational health metrics.
• Execute strong judgment and discretion to ensure positive, professional outcomes.
• Champion the company culture by embodying and promoting "The SoFi Way."
• Cultivate robust, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders across the organization.
• Collaborate with People Team Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to execute strategic initiatives and support business goals.

What you’ll need:

• 6+ years as an HR Business Partner with specific HR knowledge in organizational design and development; compensation; performance management; employee engagement;  employment law; employee relations; diversity and inclusion; training & employee development; immigration; systems and tools
• BA/BS degree in HR, Business, or a related field; or equivalent practical experience.
• Demonstrated success influencing and leading at all levels of a corporate hierarchy.
• Expertise in building rapport and tailoring communication to diverse audiences while navigating sensitive situations.
• Sharp business acumen with the ability to identify risks and opportunities to drive successful results.
• Proficiency in utilizing AI tools to enhance productivity and HR deliverables.
• Proven experience as a leadership coach, driving accountability and aligning stakeholders with competing interests.
• Superior problem-solving skills with a focus on creating scalable organizational processes.
• Exceptional agility, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A high level of accountability and a consistent track record of delivering measurable results.

Nice to have:

• Prior experience in the technology or financial services sectors.
• Experience supporting Engineering or Product management organizations.
• PHR, SPHR, or SHRM certifications.
• Hands-on experience with Workday or similar HRIS platforms.