Senior Manager of People Communications, Chime

$146.6-207.7k

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior and Expert level
San Francisco Bay Area
Chime

Mobile banking for the everyday person

Open for applications

Chime

Mobile banking for the everyday person

1001+ employees

FintechB2CLifestyleBankingMobile

Open for applications

$146.6-207.7k

+ Bonus + Equity

Senior and Expert level
San Francisco Bay Area

1001+ employees

FintechB2CLifestyleBankingMobile

Company mission

To make financial peace of mind a reality for millions of everyday people.

Role

Who you are

  • This person thrives when presented with a complex people, process, policy, or programmatic change that will impact employees (we call them Chimers).
  • This person can see around corners, build multi-stage project plans to attack a challenge, and can inspire followership along the way.
  • This person also excels at distilling complicated HR topics into easy to digest messages for Chimers and candidates, and is passionate about the people and talent space
  • 7-10+ years of related professional experience, preferably in technology organizations working on HR, internal communications, and/or change management (ideally previous experience with People Operations/Human Resources work and/or communications)
  • Experience in a high-growth tech or start-up environment is a plus
  • Excellent judgment and discretion; Demonstrated ability to safeguard confidential information
  • Experience advising executives and business leaders
  • Experience leading large, cross-functional change efforts across an organization
  • Excellent project/program management skills. You thrive translating what needs to happen into concrete plans, ensuring there is a strategic view while also paying close attention to the details
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • No objection to rolling up your sleeves. You’ll be part of a small but mighty Communications team and no task can be too big or too small
  • An ability to pivot. This is a new role for Chime!
  • A passion for our mission

What the job involves

  • We’re seeking an experienced communicator to step into a new role for the company as the internal communications lead for Chime’s People communications
  • You will report directly to the Head of Internal Communications on the Chime Corporate Affairs Team, and you will work closely with the Chief People Officer and the People (HR) Leadership Team as your primary partners
  • Lead change management communications for the company, preempting the internal communications needs that occur around organizational changes (big and small) and confidently advising leaders throughout the process
  • Serve as the internal communications lead and strategic counselor for the People team and its leadership, integrating People (HR) comms seamlessly into wider internal communications channels and content
  • Create and deliver an integrated People (HR) internal communications plan in collaboration with the People (HR) leadership team, spanning subject matter areas including recruiting, progression and performance, employee engagement and experience, analytics and People technology, people business partners, compensation and benefits, and real estate and workplace
  • Drive alignment on HR issues – and deviation where necessary – across Chime’s functions and teams
  • Be well-versed in and constantly educate yourself on news trends in the people / HR space

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Insights

Top investors

0% employee growth in 12 months

Company

Company benefits

  • Physical: We believe in taking care of your physical health, so as a Chimer you’ll get medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as benefits to support your physical activity, family planning, and all of your little Chimers
  • Emotional: We know that staying healthy involves a lot more than doctor’s checkups. We partner with Modern Health to help you navigate your mental health, give monthly Take Care of Yourself Days, and want you to take time off when you need it
  • Financial: We want Chimers to save and feel financially supported, so we offer savings plans with competitive matching, as well as access to financial planning and legal assistance so that you can find your financial peace of mind
  • Social: We’ll celebrate your milestones together with travel stipends, swag, and high-fives and make sure you’re connected to fellow Chimers through our Chime Resource Groups (CRGs) and company events

Funding (last 2 of 9 rounds)

Aug 2021

$750m

SERIES G

Sep 2020

$485m

SERIES F

Total funding: $2.0bn

Our take

Chime is part of the growing realm of fintech banks and providers, emphasizing straightforward, cost-effective banking solutions. It cuts the expenses tied to basic bank accounts and provides users with greater autonomy in managing their finances.

In contrast to many traditional banks that levy steep fees and hefty penalties for overdrafts while offering meager interest rates on savings, Chime addresses a crucial gap in the banking sector. Its primary focus is on catering to individuals with modest savings who seek the convenience of automated digital banking.

With a remarkable ascent in its trajectory, Chime's current valuation stands at $25.5B, a staggering $23.5B surge from its early 2019 valuation, underscoring its impressive and swift expansion. However, competition remains fierce, with other neobanks like Ally offering similar features and vying for the same customer base.

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