Job description

About Elect Capital

Elect Capital supports ambitious companies across the UK, Canada, Australia, and the US by providing quick and transparent business financing solutions ranging from 1 to 9 months with daily or weekly repayments. A vast majority of applications receive funding offers within just 4 hours, offering a straightforward and efficient funding process for clients and brokers alike. Their mission is to back ambition by disrupting traditional finance and providing capital that keeps pace with business growth. The company values Challenge, Opportunity, Resilience, and Edge, emphasizing bold thinking and execution.

Role Overview

This leadership opportunity is ideal for a seasoned HR professional ready to establish and expand a global people function rapidly. Reporting directly to the Group CFO, the successful candidate will craft and implement Elect's comprehensive people strategy, encompassing organizational design, performance culture, learning and development, employee engagement, and HR operations across multiple international locations. They will collaborate closely with senior leaders to develop high-performing teams, mentor managers, standardize people practices globally, and support the opening of new offices during international expansion.

The position is based in London, requiring at least four days a week in the office and international travel approximately twice yearly to each operational region, including Georgia, Cyprus, Australia, Canada, and the UAE.

Key Responsibilities

Design and execute Elect's global people strategy aligned with business growth plans
Collaborate with senior management on organizational structure, workforce planning, and team dynamics
Foster a high-performance culture through clear goal setting, ongoing feedback, and consistent performance reviews
Coach leaders and enhance leadership capabilities across the company
Create and implement learning and development initiatives that promote career growth and organizational skills
Lead and manage the global people function covering talent acquisition, onboarding, and employee experience
Develop and enforce HR policies, procedures, and standards across diverse international legal jurisdictions
Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR best practices in all markets, consulting local experts as needed
Optimize HR systems, data accuracy, and operational efficiency
Drive employee engagement projects and leverage insights to enhance workplace satisfaction
Support organizational change management as the business scales internationally
Build and maintain strong relationships throughout the group involving frequent international travel

Candidate Profile

At least seven years of experience in HR, People, or Talent leadership roles
Demonstrable success in creating and guiding People teams in high-growth environments
Deep understanding of performance management, organizational design, and leadership development
Experience managing People functions across multiple countries and legal frameworks
Thorough knowledge of UK employment laws; familiarity with international employment legislation is a strong plus
Ability to balance strategic initiatives with daily operational responsibilities
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with senior leadership influence
Commercially minded, linking people strategies with organizational goals
Track record of enhancing HR processes, systems, and operational efficiencies
Readiness to undertake frequent international travel
CIPD qualification is an advantage but not mandatory

What Elect Capital Offers

A chance to shape and scale the people function of a fast-growing international fintech
Direct impact on company culture, leadership development, and organizational design
Close collaboration with CFO and executive leadership
Exposure to global markets spanning multiple continents
High-performance culture emphasizing speed, accountability, and commercial acumen
Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and prospects for long-term career growth

Head of People