Business Partner, Gemini

• You will be expected to handle sensitive and confidential information, thus it is essential that you possess a strong degree of judgment and discretion
• We’re looking for someone who is authentic, a team player, proactive, thoughtful, mature and can help us look around corners
• This role requires a deep understanding of business needs, coupled with the ability to develop and implement People solutions that drive success
• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, psychology or business
• 5-8 years of experience in a strategic HR role, preferably in a fintech or tech-driven environment
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices, employment law, and global HR trends
• Proven experience in employee relations, talent management, and change management
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and coaching skills
• Ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization and influence key stakeholders
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and HR analytics
• Strong client focus with outstanding judgment, critical thinking and analytical skills
• Proven track record to provide influential partnership, coaching and solution based thinking to various levels within the organization
• Strong project management skills, including organization, ability to proactively follow up on ongoing projects, and strict attention to detail
• Ability to identify areas for process improvement and provide recommendations for improvements; desire to enhance efficiency and automate whenever possible
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable fielding difficult questions
• Demonstrated judgment and ability to deal with confidential and sensitive matters effectively
• Collaborative team player
• Ability to multitask and remain flexible in a fast-paced, start-up environment
• Desire to build a career in Human Resources and grow and expand responsibilities with the expansion of the Gemini People Team

Desirable

• The People Team at Gemini is more than HR — we are thought partners, business influencers, and stewards for our company culture. Our tight-knit team consists of strategic business partners, talent acquisition specialists, PeopleOps professionals and benefits specialists
• As part of the Gemini People Team, you’ll be on the ground floor of a quickly growing organization
• As a People Business Partner, you'll be responsible for partnering with your clients on many aspects of human resources with a primary focus on organizational design & effectiveness, building a pool of bar raising talent, leadership development, and driving programs (engagement, retention, performance and career development) that enables Leaders to lead
• In addition, you will help to drive the Talent Management strategy and be a Culture champion for all of Gemini, owning the strategy, roadmap and execution of carrying out the company Culture.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and department heads to understand business goals and challenges
• Develop and implement People strategies that align with business objectives and support the achievement of company goals
• Act as a trusted advisor to employees and management, providing guidance on all people-related matters including performance management, employee development, and conflict resolution
• Manage complex employee relations issues and investigations, ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable laws
• Drive talent management initiatives, including succession planning, career development, and performance evaluation processes
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to support hiring strategies and workforce planning efforts
• Lead and support organizational change initiatives, ensuring that People impacts are effectively managed
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on leading their teams through change
• Develop and implement programs to enhance employee engagement, promote a positive workplace culture, and improve overall employee experience
• Monitor and analyze employee engagement data, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making and provide insights on workforce trends
• Prepare and present reports on key HR metrics to senior leadership
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and global employment laws and regulations
• Develop, update, and enforce HR policies and procedures in line with best practices and company values
• Partner with leaders on their team’s operating plan, organizational design and talent
• Create and contribute to talent play books as necessary
• Lead and influence change management by enabling Leaders with the tools necessary to ensure effective communication
• Contribute and execute on Talent Management roadmap and Annual Performance Review Cycle
• Enhance and execute on a comprehensive engagement and retention strategy, including regular cadence of check-ins with individuals within assigned business line
• Determine strategies to enhance quantitative and qualitative data collection to inform decisions
• Work with Managers to provide constructive feedback and coaching to employees; assist Managers with effective management of their teams and instill a culture of feedback and high performance
• Work closely with other members of the Business Partner/People team to communicate areas of development, ensuring training programs are targeted and continuously evolving as we grow
• Act as a liaison between employees and management to answer questions or concerns regarding company policies, practices and regulations
• Operate with a Global mindset