Human Capital Business Partner at Global Hedge Fund in New York

About the Role

A leading multi-strategy global hedge fund is seeking to appoint its inaugural Human Capital Business Partner based in New York. Reporting directly to the Chief HR Officer, this unique position involves becoming the pioneering US-based representative on the global HR team. The role offers high autonomy and visibility with significant influence on HR strategy and execution.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will oversee the delivery of the firm's people strategy and serve as the driving force behind HR initiatives throughout the full employee lifecycle at the New York office. This entails partnering closely with business leaders focusing on talent development, workforce planning, and executing governance and HR compliance frameworks to ensure alignment with business growth goals. Collaborating with the CHRO, the role includes shaping future HR strategies and managing cross-regional programs involving onboarding, recruiting, performance management, as well as innovation initiatives related to AI and automation projects.

Candidate Profile

Ideal individuals will have approximately four to eight years of HR Business Partner experience, preferably within financial services, though exceptional candidates from other industries will be considered. The role demands a high degree of autonomy and readiness to advance into a broader senior decision-making capacity within six to eighteen months.

Compensation and Benefits

This crucial business role offers a highly competitive first-year total compensation package up to $350,000. Additionally, the company provides top-tier employee benefits that are among the best available in New York hedge funds.