US Country Human Resources Manager (Fintech StartUp, Capital Markets)

The Country HR Manager serves as the foundational HR leader for the U.S. market, acting as the primary architect for local people operations during a period of rapid expansion. This role bridges the gap between global organizational culture and local execution, ensuring a compliant, scalable, and high-quality employee experience.This is a "builder" position designed for a hands-on professional who can establish HR foundations, partner with global leadership, and support organizational growth across the United States.Key Responsibilities1. HR Operations & ComplianceOversee the full employee lifecycle in the U.S., managing vendor-delivered services including onboarding, offboarding, benefits administration, and payroll changes.Maintain rigorous quality control over outsourced HR services, validating payroll inputs and monitoring service SLAs.Ensure total compliance with federal, state, and city employment regulations; manage accurate filings and documentation.Localize and maintain the U.S. employee handbook and internal HR policies.2. Talent Acquisition & GrowthOwn the full recruitment cycle for U.S. hiring needs across business, technology, and operations functions.Partner with hiring managers on job scoping, interview planning, evaluation standards, and the offer process.Collaborate with the global Talent Acquisition team to align local efforts with global branding, processes, and tools while adapting strategies for the U.S. market.3. People Partnering & Employee ExperienceAct as the primary HR contact for U.S. employees, supporting performance management, employee relations, and cross-cultural communication.Provide direct coaching to managers on people-related issues, ranging from performance feedback to conflict resolution.Ensure the organizational culture is consistently promoted and maintained across all local offices.4. Systems & Process Build-outEstablish scalable, compliant HR workflows integrated with the global HRIS (HiBob).Drive process improvements that reduce manual administrative burdens and strengthen the overall employee experience.Identify local operational needs and propose solutions that balance startup agility with regulatory rigor.5. Office Administration & Workplace OperationsLead office operations across U.S. locations, including facilities management, vendor coordination, workplace services, and security.Direct major workplace projects, such as office renovations or relocation initiatives, partnering with Finance and leadership to deliver on time and within budget.Establish workplace standards and policies that support productivity and collaboration.Skills and QualificationsGeneralist Expertise: 5–8+ years of hands-on HR experience in the U.S., with deep knowledge of federal and multi-state employment laws.Builder Mindset: Proven ability to thrive in fast-scaling or startup environments where policies and workflows must be built from the ground up.Full-Cycle Recruiting: Extensive experience identifying and securing talent within competitive markets.Effective Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across both traditional finance and tech-driven teams.Technical Proficiency: Experience with HRIS (HiBob preferred), payroll systems, and U.S. benefits design.Preferred Background (Nice to have, not a requirement)Experience within Fintech, brokerage, securities, or other highly regulated environments.Proven track record of navigating the transition from a high-growth startup to a structured, mid-sized organization.We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.