Director, People Business Partner (Global Operations)

SoFi; Cottonwood Heights (UT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

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Job summary

SoFi is seeking a strategic People Business Partner leader to guide the Operations team. You will manage a team of PBP partners, shape people strategies, and partner with the Head of Global Operations to drive organizational effectiveness.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, strong HR expertise, and a commitment to inclusive culture with collaboration across the People Team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading People Business Partner teams.
• Strategic and hands-on HR background in dynamic environments.
• Experience coaching and supporting senior leaders (VP+).
• Proficiency in using HR data to guide decisions and actions.
• Strong knowledge of compensation, performance, engagement, ER, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing People Business Partner team.
• Partner with Operations leaders to shape and implement people strategies.
• Identify root causes and implement data-driven solutions.
• Coach and influence leaders to drive accountability and growth.
• Use data to uncover trends and improve organizational health.
• Champion inclusion and SoFi values across the Operations team.
• Ensure compliance and alignment with legal requirements.

Skills

People management

Strategic thinking

Leadership coaching

Data-driven decisions

HR expertise

Relationship building

Inclusion & diversity

Tools

Workday

Job description

Who we are:

Shape a brighter financial future with us.

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Who we are:

Shape a brighter financial future with us.

Together with our members, we’re changing the way people think about and interact with personal finance.

We’re a next-generation financial services company and national bank using innovative, mobile-first technology to help our millions of members reach their goals. The industry is going through an unprecedented transformation, and we’re at the forefront. We’re proud to come to work every day knowing that what we do has a direct impact on people’s lives, with our core values guiding us every step of the way. Join us to invest in yourself, your career, and the financial world.

The role:

At SoFi, our People Business Partners are trusted advisors who help our employees and leaders thrive. In this role, you’ll lead and implement the people strategy for our Operations team, working directly with SoFi’s Head of Global Operations and their leadership team. You'll also manage a team of People Business Partners who support the organization including member service delivery, fraud prevention, and collections. Your work will empower the business to make smart, data-driven decisions while fostering an inclusive and equitable culture.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and Develop a High-Performing and Engaged Team: Manage and mentor People Business Partners, ensuring their growth, continuous development, and success.
• Be a Strategic Partner: Work with Operations leaders to shape and implement people strategies that align with business goals, including performance management, compensation, benefits, and development programs.
• Implement Impactful People Solutions: Identify root causes, develop creative solutions, and implement strategies that address complex organizational challenges.
• Coach and Influence: Leverage your strong understanding of the business and talent to coach leaders and influence strong decision‑making, fostering long‑term organizational growth and resilience
• Leverage Data: Use insights to guide decisions, uncover trends, and improve organizational health.
• Champion Culture and Inclusion: Champion SoFi’s values while driving initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the Operations team.
• Ensure Compliance and Support: Align employee and business needs while maintaining up‑to‑date knowledge of legal requirements to foster a fair, compliant, and supportive workplace.
• Collaborate across the People Team: Partner with People Team COEs and People Business Partners to create and drive people initiatives that impact the business.

What you’ll need:

• People Management Experience: Demonstrated experience directly managing and developing People Business Partner teams that deliver with excellence.
• Strategic and Hands‑On Expertise: Proven ability to balance big‑picture thinking with hands‑on execution, including progressive HR experience in dynamic environments.
• Leadership Support: experience supporting and coaching leaders at all levels, including Vice President and above‑level leaders, to drive accountability and alignment.
• Data-Driven Decision‑Making: Proficiency in using data to uncover trends, guide decisions, and implement impactful changes.
• HR Knowledge and Expertise: Strong understanding of key HR domains such as compensation, performance management, employee engagement, employee relations, and diversity and inclusion.
• Relationship‑Building Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport, adapt to diverse audiences, and influence effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Commitment to Inclusion and Growth: Passion for fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace while inspiring growth and excellence within teams.

Nice to have:

• Experience in a banking or tech company
• Workday experience

Compensation And Benefits

The base pay range for this role is listed below. Final base pay offer will be determined based on individual factors such as the candidate’s experience, skills, and location.

To view all of our comprehensive and competitive benefits, visit our Benefits at SoFi page!

SoFi provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, breastfeeding, and conditions related to breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age (40 or over), physical or medical disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military and/or veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by applicable state or federal law.

The Company hires the best qualified candidate for the job, without regard to protected characteristics.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

New York applicants: Notice of Employee Rights

SoFi is committed to an inclusive culture. As part of this commitment, SoFi offers reasonable accommodations to candidates with physical or mental disabilities. If you need accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email [e-mail].

Due to insurance coverage issues, we are unable to accommodate remote work from Hawaii or Alaska at this time.

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