HR Business Partner

About Betterment Betterment is a leading technology-driven financial services company that offers investing, savings and retirement solutions for retail investors and investment advisors as well as financial wellness solutions, including a 401(k) for small and medium-sized businesses. Our team is passionate about our mission, to empower people to build wealth with confidence and ease. We’re headquartered in NYC and offer hybrid NY-based positions (four days/week in office, with no required office days during the summer and winter holidays). About the Role Our HR Business Partner team plays a key role in aligning people strategies with business priorities. We are committed to being approachable and accessible, working closely with leaders to build scalable teams and processes that support and empower employees across the organization. We’re a team with a broad range of HR knowledge and skills, always growing and learning, looking to each other and the HR community for inspiration and guidance. As a member of the team you’ll have the opportunity to participate in a broad range of HR initiatives, provide consultation to designated business units, provide HR support and guidance to employees, and partner with leaders to define and execute HR strategies that align with business objectives. This role is based out of our NYC office. Base Salary New York City: $110,000-130,000. This role may also be eligible for variable compensation in the form of a company incentive bonus. A Day in the Life Advise and partner with leaders and managers on all things people‑related, such as organization planning, compensation reviews, talent management, employee relations, career development, and other people‑strategy items. Act as a resource and advisor to employees, fostering trust through the application of clear HR policies and systems, and offering support through all phases of the employee lifecycle. Partner closely with the Recruiting team to drive effective and efficient hiring across the teams you support. Collaborate with the broader People team on talent development, benefits and other programming & initiatives. Serve as a strategic partner in the execution of critical People initiatives and projects, driving timely delivery and ensuring impactful, high‑quality outcomes. What We’re Looking For 5+ years of HR Business Partner experience working with multiple client groups to navigate the complex needs of dynamic teams, working with multiple stakeholders. Proficient at translating business priorities into actionable HR strategies that drive organizational goals and performance. A proven bias towards action – resourceful, execution‑oriented, with the ability to work in a fast‑paced environment, while simultaneously handling multiple projects and priorities. Strong bias toward teamwork and collaboration, with a focus on clear, frequent communication, effective work‑sharing, and empathetic change management. A clear, approachable communicator who fosters collaboration and trust, combining empathy with sound judgment to navigate complex situations and drive effective decision‑making. Strong experience partnering closely with Senior Leadership of a dynamic organization. Benefits We offer a competitive suite of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and AD&D insurance; short‑ and long‑term disability; infertility support and WPATH‑aligned transgender health benefits; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); transit benefits and FSA and HSA options. Ownership: equity for all employees, including new hire and refresher grants. Time: flexible paid time off, paid parental leave, and a fully paid four‑week sabbatical in your sixth year. Growth: company‑paid professional coaching for all employees. Wealth: day‑one 401(k) match plus matching on qualified student loan payments. Equal Employment Opportunity We’re an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, predisposing genetic characteristic, domestic violence victim status, arrest records, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr